Tuesday, April 26, 2011

8 Ways to Patina Jewelry - The Beading Gem's Journal

 I love to alter lots of things but one of my favorites is jewelry especially metals so I thought I would upload this article for anyone else interested in the differing ways on how to Patina brass. I have been so busy there is practically no time to blog! ;(

8 Ways to Patina Jewelry - The Beading Gem's Journal
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Thursday, April 21, 2011

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Hand Aged Patina Brass Stamping

I aged this brass stamping I am fond of the color, particularly. I patina brass naturally and it takes a while to get the verdigris this
Color! I do prefer to age the pieces using the natural method, but one would assume that using the paste would be the faster!
Patina Brass Stamping Vintage x 2

Easy Altered Metal: Mixed-media Tutorial - Cloth Paper Scissors

Here is a great video showing you another way to alter metal for unique jewelry designs!

Easy Altered Metal: Mixed-media Tutorial - Cloth Paper Scissors


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