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Adding texture

Adding texture



       Here is Leslie, applying texture to her earrings.   This is accomplished by tapping a nail, or stamping tool with a rawhide mallet.   This type of mallet is a favorite among jewelers, because the head creates a softer blow, which will not mar the surface.

       Here we have the result of Leslie’s copper and brass pieces, which are now ready to solder together.   I’ll show you that process next time!

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  1. Elise, You are going to have some GORGEOUS jewelry.. And to think: you MADE it yourself!!!! WOW!!!! When I worked –I loved wearing dangly earrings since I always had short hair. Now –I don’t do that much anymore, but I love the ones you are making.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

    Comment by Betsy Adams — March 4, 2009 @ 3:41 pm

  2. Thanks Betsy, but I can’t take any credit for this pair of earrings. They were made by my classmate Leslie. :)

    Comment by admin — March 4, 2009 @ 4:02 pm

  3. Wow! Those look nice! I look forward to the next step.

    Comment by Susie — March 4, 2009 @ 7:36 pm

  4. Seeing how these pieces look
    You won’t have any fears
    They’ll make a great accessory
    To decorate your ears

    Comment by 74wixygrad — March 5, 2009 @ 8:56 pm

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