I've been wanting to try etching metals for a while, and finally, I did it. I freehand drew a rose on a copper plate with a paint pen, set it with a heat gun, then etched it with an electro-etching system. The pattern didn't come out totally smooth, but I actually quite like it like that - gives it a more "weathered" vintage feel. Added a patina with liver of sulphur and Gilder's paste, and stuck it onto a filigree piece. Teamed it with an oblong stone cabochon, Swarovski crystals, more filigree stampings and beaded components. It was really quite fun to do. When I have time, I want to try etching bronze and copper clay pieces - now that would be so cool! Hope you like, and please click on the photos if you'd like a larger view.
You're really amazing. I love each of your work - for me an inexhaustible source of inspiration.
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ReplyDeleteIf you are looking for jewelry, in which
ReplyDeleteis design, shape and color harmoniously and perfectly combined, then you will always find something to your blog. And this longer necklace is a very goog example again.
With best greetings and wishes from Austria:
Uli
Hi Uli, thank you so much for leaving me such a nice comment. It's very much appreciated. Best wishes to you too. :)
ReplyDeleteGee Caroline is there anything you can't do... absolutely gorgeous. Such a classy yet elegant piece... beautiful!
ReplyDeleteKaryn
Hi Karyn, thanks for dropping by and leaving me a lovely comment, M8. Glad you like the piece!
ReplyDeleteYou truly are a genius of a gem C-buddy! Love your exploration into new techniques and medium and love even more your always-exquisite results. Beautifully done. As Always As Always :D
ReplyDeleteHello and thank you, H-buddy! Hope you're feeling nice and refreshed after your break. Thanks for the lovely comments, as always! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful, the colours are so calming and peaceful and your rose is fabulous. This whole piece reminds me of jewelry that you would see in a Rosetti painting. Just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHi Rosie, thank you for visiting my blog and leaving me a lovely comment. Much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThe pendant is great. I never had the guts to try etching - unfortunetly. Your result is stunning!
ReplyDeleteHi Stefanies, thanks for your lovely comment. I was initially a little hesitant to try etching too. Now that I've done it once, however, I like the effect and will definitely do more. I used an electro-etching system which I think is safer and probably easier than chemical etching. Thanks again. :)
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