I Googled for SMT techniques for hobbyists.

Found a page - sorry I don't have a link - describing a
technique for doing reflow soldering in (of all things!) a
toaster oven.

These guys had it down to a science.  They specified the
make/model of oven, type of solder paste and four
different temperature settings and times that would do the
job without frying your board.  It was something like:
 preheat oven to 400 degrees, add board, set to broil for
20 seconds, reduce heat to 300 degrees for 30 seconds,
then turn off heat and wait 30 seconds before removing the
board.  DON'T do this based on what I just said - go find
the article if you're interested.

Very cool stuff if it works.

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