the problem with this is its hard to get a good look at the process when inside but it does help
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the problem with this is its hard to get a good look at the process when inside but it does help
Hi Alistair, Sorry, I thought I had responded to this. I spoke to Milton Bridge and they are sending me a sample of a high fire counter enamel, which would seem to be the answer. They also suggested...
It would seem so. Im going to try putting a firebrick enclosure over the top and heat from below to try and recreate a kiln environment
Morning all. Im new to enamelling. Getting reasonable results. I counter enamel on the back and it looks good, but when I flip it over to torch the front enough to melt the enamel, it ruins the back...
great idea
thanks China
Excellent. Thank you Denis
Thanks china
Hi all. Im looking for an alternative to rouge for polishing. I seem to get myself and everything else on the bench covered in a fine layer of red.
Im looking for a cleaner way of working
My...
Thanks Josef
Thanks Dennis
Thanks Alistair
I like the look of VitrumSignum powders
Milton leadfree are a bit bright for me but WG Ball opaque look great
Im wanting to apply with a sieve and try the sgraffito technique
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seems the photos was too large. The4 bits tops left are my first go at Shibuichi. Nice colour
I cant seem to load the next photo of my latest haul
Peter
Here is the one (bell) that I got and was really happy with but I cant remember my pouring technique for it
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The others are very exciting too. This was the result of an hour or so...
Alistair
That great thank you. i will look at the vidoes tonight.
Good thinking about the solder melting!!!
I think Thompson is a well respected brand but Im not sure where to get it yet. So when...
Thanks Alan and Peter
That all makes sense.
I had tried very hot water and very cold but nothing in between. Will try 70c
I did put borax in some of them but thinking about it now, maybe not all...
Hi Everyone
Im in the early stages of trying to sell my creations and was wondering what method you all use to send items? Royal Mail/Hermes etc/signed for/insured?
Ive not had orders for Europe or...
Hi everyone.
Im experimenting with water casting sterling silver. Im trying to get the bell shape but 20 - 30 pours have resulted in only one like this and I cant seem to replicate it.
Questions I...
HI
Can anyone recommend a good course for enameling techniques? Not too basic but not too advanced. Preferrably online
I like to work with silver, copper and brass at the moment but am interested...
Hi everyone.
I had a few hours working with a butane torch last week and the next morning my eyes were stinging badly for a half hour after waking.
The last time my eyes felt like this was after...
Hi all. Ive just joined and already it feels good!!!! Im a hobbyist and have been making pieces for friends and family for a year or so, but am now trying to get a bit more commercial.
I work form...