Search results matching tag 'tutorial'

Re: Shrinkage

gagedesigns — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:40:30 GMT

Hi Nick, I think if you use proper support (vermiculate) and stand them up when firing, the cones should keep their shape and angle. You could always hammer into submission if you get any warping, LOL. I don't know which clay or firing temp you are using, but shrinkage can be anywhere between 10% & 25% depending on these variables, so that should be your biggest challenge. ~ Holly

Re: drilling holes in beach stones to use for beads

NavaehJewelry — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:41:00 GMT

This is a good idea, I never thought of drilling holes in beach stones to use for the beads,

www.navaehjewelry.com

Pinched Ball Earrings with Tutorial

fuser — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:35:54 GMT

Hi,

I just posted my first tutorial on my blog, and I call them Pinched Ball earrings. You'll understand why I gave them that name when you see them.

Since I'm a halfassed jewelry artist, I need to live up to my name. So I used fine silver in this project (and we all know that FS doesn't get firescale when torched...at least you do now) because I'd rather use my filing, sanding, and polishing time actually wearing the earrings. But feel free to use sterling silver if that's what you like...it's all a matter of personal preference.

They are reallly fun to make, and you can go hog wild once you get the basic design...kinda like cookie dough. You have the basic recipe and then add anything you want, like sprinkles, M&M's, more chocolate chips. But in this case, more pinched balls and beads of all shapes and sizes.

I have Google Translate if your main language is not English.

Since this is my first tut,I welcome your constructive comments.

Betsy

http://halfassedjewelryartist.blogspot.com/

Re: The Horseshoe And The Bismuth Necklace

gagedesigns — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 23:03:37 GMT

That's a great first try with lost wax. The bismuth is cool. It reminds me of the sculpture titanium that I carry. I like the organic feel. ~ Holly

Re: IRON MAN Movie Inspired

gagedesigns — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:56:08 GMT

I can definitely see the "Iron Man" influence. Neat piece. ~ Holly

Re: My new elvish AC collection :)

gagedesigns — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:04:02 GMT

You have a wonderful attention to detail. I'd love to hear more about the stories. Thanks for the inspiration and eye candy. ~ Holly

Tutorials on working with Rainbow Titanium

gagedesigns — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:50:19 GMT

Hi! I have several Free tutorials on my website on how to work with rainbow titanium. Sculpture Rainbow Titanium is intriguing, because it’s bright, colorful, sculptural, and very different from anything you've seen in the past. If you pick it up, turn it about, and examine the brilliant colors on all sides. Hold it under the light tilting yourr hand, and suddenly you will notice the subtle color changes and sparkle at every angle. If you try any of the projects, it would be really cool if you shared the results! ~ Holly

Creating with Crystalline Titanium and Metal Clay: Making Prong Settings for Items that can not be Fired in Place http://www.hollygage.com/pages/titanium_prongsettings.html

Making A Titanium Pendant: Incorporating Fine Silver Components for Setting Items that are not Heat or Kiln Safe http://www.hollygage.com/pages/titaniumandpreciousmetalclay.html

Adding Color to Titanium with a Torch http://www.hollygage.com/pages/adding_color_to_titanium_with_a_torch.html

Titanium and Leather Wire Wrapping Spiral Wrap A Rainbow of Dancing Light and Color http://www.hollygage.com/pages/kit_titaniumandwirewrap.html

Re: Seriously Addicted - Thank You Miss Perri

shaktipaj — Thu, 14 May 2009 03:45:42 GMT

Bobbi, you do seriously wonderful work! I thank you so much for making me a part of it! Your creativity pushes designs to even better places. :^))

Perri

Seriously Addicted - Thank You Miss Perri

BobbiWired — Mon, 11 May 2009 17:28:10 GMT

I have been seriously addicted to Perri's (Shaktipaj) wickedly wonderful wired beads for a long time - Come to find out addiction has been re-defined with Perri's newest tutorial Doric Column Beads. " width="300" align="texttop" height="90">

I got the tutorial as soon as it was listed on Etsy, and ended up being up ALL night - I just couldn't stop. I spent several hours feverishly going through my bead stash, and there is probably another 10 combos laid out on my bench.

The silver and faceted amethyst was the first, and I need to work on my oxidizing skills since that's a fairly new avenue for me - I'm a gold girl, but am drifting to the dark side . " width="300" align="middle" height="215">

My favorite (so far) is the 3rd one (1st photo) that I did. The pictures don't show it very well but I used one of the newest Swarovski colors, 4mm Fire Opal and 2mm Crystal AB - the bead is barely 1/2 inch long.

The last one I did is in mixed metals and Labradorite drops. I need to work on that idea some more since it didn't turn out exactly as it was in my head. I was aiming for a 'sea-anemone' look, and though I like it, and its close, its not quite there yet." width="300" align="right" height="171">

Thank you thank you Miss Perri!!!!!

Thank you for visiting.............
~Bobbi

"It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end." ~Ursula K. Le Guin

New Crafting Blog

Nix Creations — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 06:52:57 GMT

I started a blog a few weeks ago. I added some new entries tonight. I have a few more I want to add soon. I am blogging about my work and what I offer. I also am going to blog about interesting stuff besides jewelry. I also blog about other artists work. I am currently looking for artists to feature on my blog. I am offering my time and free advertisement. Please check out my crafting blog and let me know if you might be interested. I will consider all inquires but all will not be approved. If you do quality work... you have a better chance of being blogged. Sorry... don't know how to put it politely. I'm very busy but try to set time aside to blog. I want to blog about quality... not quantity. There are many factors that come into play. I'm new at blogging and hope my upcoming entries will be of some interest.

My new blog...

http://crazyaboutcrafting.wordpress.com/

Matthew Nix