Spring has sprung here in the Santa Clara Valley. Everything is blooming, the trees are full of leaves, and the birds are busy with their newly hatched broods. This time of year is always inspiring for me, and this Spring has been no exception.
I’ve spent some time experimenting with new (to me) techniques and materials. The first thing I’d like to share? Hand etched copper! I’m in love with this technique. The only limit is my imagination. To get the designs on the copper I can either stamp them with rubber stamps OR draw them freehand with a sharpie. Then through the magic of chemistry, the design becomes a permanent part of the piece!
This particular designs was drawn on to the copper freehand, with a sharpie. Spirals…of course…because I love them and incorporate them in to almost all of my designs in one way or another. This necklace has some beautiful garnets hanging from hand torched copper headpins. There are more garnets further up the piece, but you’ll have to wait till my Grand Opening to see the full view!
So…that’s my teaser for now. Check back for my next “new” experiment, using resin!
I hope you’re all enjoying Spring!
Blessings.
Peace.
Joy aka GoddessJoy
Wonderfully natural and beautiful