Metal Art Techniques

Cold casting is a technique that allows you to get metallic props that are magnetic, can be buffed to a shine, or artfully rusted.

It’s Another Really Cool Copper TechniqueLooking for a last minute holiday gift? This post won’t help you. I mean, I guess you could do it if you had the time,…

rusty and patina......anything!!! Instructions below. instructions: (these look long, but it is really easy.... just long to write) Needed: vinegar, white or apple cider salt, just regular old salt out of my shaker. For small items. I fill a quart yogurt container half full of vinegar, and sprinkle in some salt. (not measured, but guess 1 tsp.??) dump your keys, clips, hinges, watch parts, locks... any metal you want to 'age'. I leave them over night, just 'cause it is convenient. In…

3rd installment of Metal Embossing For Beginners Series. Various embossing techniques are discussed with in depth detail and photos.

AMbros Custom explores different techniques for coloring stainless steel. #Instructables #workshop #tips #metalworking #torch

Carol Dekle-Foss I learned this cool technique a couple months ago in my intermediate metalsmith class. I just LOVE it! I have always been attracted to geometric patterns and also mixing different metals. This technique was perfect for me to explore in my jewelry designs. These earrings are my latest creation, and for my first Boot Camp post, I'm going to show the readers of LMAJ how I made them. Tools & Materials on the bottom of the page. Step one Create the shapes you want on a computer…

by Patti Vanderbloemen In writing this post for today, I did a quick search through this blog and realized that copper tubing has been ...