Here is a new batch of jewelry that I made last week.
I find sweet words in old books that have special meaning.
I put the words on pretty papers and put the papers between two pieces of cut glass.
I then wrap the glass with copper tape. I paint the copper tape with flux.
This helps the solder to go where you want it. I solder silver around the edges of the glass to seal the tiles together.
It takes a while to get the hang of it.
When I started making these, I botched quite a few charms before I got one to look good!
You top it off by soldering a jump ring on the top (for me this is the hardest part!).
They are a really sweet gift for a friend or family member!
Sunday, December 19, 2010
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Love them! We bought a soldering gun 2 years ago so I could try this. Needless to say, it is still in the box! I guess I should just go for it, huh?
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Polly
They are darling! I wish I could do something like that...
ReplyDeletePatti
I really want to learn how to do that. Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteI love these! Looked on your Etsy page but did not find them liosted yet. I might be interested in two that say "Sister"...
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