Monday, November 15, 2010

Fold Formed Copper Leaf Earrings



Thursday was our last week of metalsmithing class for the year. I try to do things there that I can't do at home due to lack of equipment. One thing I lack is a good vice. Well, it's not like I don't have vices, just not one that will hold metal. :D So I did the folding and hammering on these earrings at class. At home I was able to cut them out and stamp the edges to give them a ripple effect. I really like the way these turned out and I might have to ask Santa Claus for a vice.
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8 comments:

  1. MaryNovember 16, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    Wow!! Gorgeous!!

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  2. NancyNovember 16, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Thanks, Mary!

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  3. GrandmaNovember 16, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    From you results, your class has been very profitable

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  4. A Beaded AffairNovember 17, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    Those earrings are stunning, but then I always love your work. Copper of course is my favorite. Just lovely.
    Lois
    http://www.abeadedaffair.com

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  5. NancyNovember 17, 2010 at 8:49 AM

    Thanks, Lois!

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  6. AnonymousNovember 22, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    Beautiful earrings! I love them!

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  7. NancyNovember 22, 2010 at 4:36 PM

    Thanks, Delia! I guess I will have to break down and get a vice. These sold the first day they were out at a show.

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  8. DivyaDecember 6, 2010 at 8:36 AM

    I wish there are classes like this where I live

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