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How much fun are these to make! Just different pieces of oxidized brass, copper & steel glued together with E6000 glue. Every thing on this page was made from parts & pieces of old patina metals. You can make those "squiggly" pieces with wire. Just bend the wire then hammer it to flatten. |
The earposts are made from small pieces glued together and then a surgical steel post with a 6mm flat pad is glued to the back. The stones on the earrings are trimmed with 2mm ball chain. Use your imagination. Pieces of chain and wire add dimension. |
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There are just endless design possibilities with mixed oxidized metals! Check out my online store for mixed oxidized metals available by the pound. |
Another example of mixed oxidized copper & brass. I call this puzzle jewelry because it's a matter of getting a bunch of pieces and then just putting them together so they "fit". |
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Pendants are the most fun and sooo easy to make (because you don't have to find two of everything :). These are made in just minutes! I don't have alot of time to spending designing anymore so I kind of just threw these together but at least you can get the idea from these :))) pss...after completing your design, but before adding stones or beads, you may want to protect the finish by spraying your piece with a clear mat/satin lacquer. ace hardware has an excellent brand called "great finishes" but you can also find many brands at walmart or any craft and/or hardware store. |
I have unique lots of oxidized brass & copper available at my Vintage Bead Shop Store at www.VintageBeadShop.etsy.com I personally oxidize these lots by hand from my studio in Arizona using vintage brass pieces that I have acquired over the years. Every lot contains a unique mix oxidized colors ranging from a deep antique bronze color to a warm amber tone. buff individual pieces with xtra fine steel wool to expose more yellow brass or red copper highlights. the glue on earring backs can be covered with a small piece of leather. cover other exposed glue with thinned black paint plaid paint (water based).
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