I came up with the idea to silver leaf old car signal reflectors since silver has the most reflective value. Any suggestions to prep metal reflectors, primer, then type of sizing & clear coat. My fear is clear coat will reduce optical reflectivity value....
By the time you get into those finer grits, it’s a personal preference. I’m using 4000 because the foam disk pads adds the necessary cushion when wrapping the tool in velvet for turning real gold. Some hand turning tools are using sand PAPER, not sanding PADS. I’ve seen 3k all the way to 5 tho. It’s whatever you’re cozy with.
i'm just watching a bunch of videos trying to get a good handle on this process. one oldtimer i saw said he doesn't use cotton anymore, instead he uses like one of those make-up powder applicator pad things. have you ever tried that for a comparison?
@@IDCrisisDesign_dot_com what he used replaces the cotton, it's like a flat soft pad. i know nothing about make-up so that's the best i can describe it, lol. i guess just use whatever works and someone is comfortable with....
Thank you for showing how to do this as I’ve been trying to decide on real gold, gold leaf or imitation. However, I do not understand why you would make those marks with the drill because it looks like bowties everywhere and it is distracting to me. Am I missing something? (No offense intended) can’t one just buff so all the gold leaf surface looks the same?
That is called _Engine turning_ or _Jeweling_ it is a design formed from overlapping circular abrasions. The Spirit of St. Lous had it done to the entire nose. It's used because it is decorative and beautiful. He never does show it from different angles to really show the effect. You could simply buff or burnish it plain but if you check out engine turning you may see why it is used so much.
I've had great service from these three. If I'm looking for composite (variegated or aluminum) material you can find some in craft stores or on amazon.
@@IDCrisisDesign_dot_com Another good source for variegated leaf is kamapigments.com in Canada. They have some very different variegated leaf from Italy.
@@melodycoronel2593 600 grit but you can go as fine as 1000 if you're re-clearing. Again, depending on the project, you don't have sand the surface first. You can gild a polished surface and brush clear over the gold. I've seen fire engines done this way but it's not as durable.
Hopefully, it was the glare that prevented you from seeing the detail. I had a friend who was a sign painter - he used #2 pencils with intact, unused erasers. He could place the spins so precisely and evenly that he was like a machine!
Good job on the tool for better informality and precision. I think it is a great idea. Good Job Dave.
thank you this video was very informative really enjoyed it
Nice! Thanks 😊👍
Thank you for sharing.
Nicely done
I came up with the idea to silver leaf old car signal reflectors since silver has the most reflective value. Any suggestions to prep metal reflectors, primer, then type of sizing & clear coat. My fear is clear coat will reduce optical reflectivity value....
Does the glue matter i got one from Amazon and i cant get a good spin it tears right thru
Jerry Hamlin, like your channel
Thx! Just sent your pads out.
@@IDCrisisDesign_dot_com I was thinking about making the piece the pads go on what the price of one, thank you
@@fuddwacker4803 122.00 plus tax shipping. idcrisisdesign.com/spinster/
Where 'll I get gold leaf in Australia
@@balachandrand5912 try your hobby or craft store
What is the purpose of the spiner thing. I think it looks better as is. No sooner effect
It’s a traditional look.
What kind of glue do you use for the leafing?
Dux fast dry gold size, but I have used 1shot and Luco. I tend to like 1shot.
Ok thank you
it seems like the size is staying tacky and my leaf is twisting off when I try and turn it, any idea what I'm doing wrong?
What kind of size, and how long are you waiting for the size to dry?
I have a question where can get this kit ?
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So basically you're "jeweling" foil the same as you would a rifle bolt.
Yes just on more delicate material.
Does it matter the make of the sand paper? Just use 3000 or 4000 grit? A few videos are saying one type.
By the time you get into those finer grits, it’s a personal preference. I’m using 4000 because the foam disk pads adds the necessary cushion when wrapping the tool in velvet for turning real gold. Some hand turning tools are using sand PAPER, not sanding PADS. I’ve seen 3k all the way to 5 tho. It’s whatever you’re cozy with.
i'm just watching a bunch of videos trying to get a good handle on this process. one oldtimer i saw said he doesn't use cotton anymore, instead he uses like one of those make-up powder applicator pad things. have you ever tried that for a comparison?
I use a combo. The makeup brush takes off the majority. The organic cotton after is more exact. Shows you the holidays, etc.
@@IDCrisisDesign_dot_com what he used replaces the cotton, it's like a flat soft pad. i know nothing about make-up so that's the best i can describe it, lol. i guess just use whatever works and someone is comfortable with....
Applicator sponge. I’ll try it out.
Thank you for showing how to do this as I’ve been trying to decide on real gold, gold leaf or imitation. However, I do not understand why you would make those marks with the drill because it looks like bowties everywhere and it is distracting to me. Am I missing something? (No offense intended) can’t one just buff so all the gold leaf surface looks the same?
That is called _Engine turning_ or _Jeweling_ it is a design formed from overlapping circular abrasions.
The Spirit of St. Lous had it done to the entire nose.
It's used because it is decorative and beautiful. He never does show it from different angles to really show the effect.
You could simply buff or burnish it plain but if you check out engine turning you may see why it is used so much.
@@dave_ecclectic thank you
This video has been a great help thank you!
What drill do you use ? Thanks
It’s a craftsman power screwdriver. Any drill motor or automatic screw driver will work. You can also just twist them by hand.
Apakah bisa diterapkan di dial jam tangan bro..?
The sand thing looks cool but also looks too industrial for me.
I never see the leaf people are using. I am finding out the hard way not all leaf is made to spin on. .
wbgoldleaf.com/
www.goldenleafproducts.com/
Muito top valeu apenas conferir. ...🇧🇷
Do you ship to the UK?
Thought I replied to this yesterday. Yes I can.
Do you ship to the uk
Yes.
Where do you get your gold sheets?
www.wbgoldleaf.com/
www.goldenleafproducts.com/
www.lagoldleafus.com/
I've had great service from these three. If I'm looking for composite (variegated or aluminum) material you can find some in craft stores or on amazon.
@@IDCrisisDesign_dot_com Another good source for variegated leaf is kamapigments.com in Canada. They have some very different variegated leaf from Italy.
being straight overhead all the time your hand is blocking the spinning process
See if this earlier video helps.
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Panel was sanded
With what grit did you sand it with?
@@melodycoronel2593 600 grit but you can go as fine as 1000 if you're re-clearing. Again, depending on the project, you don't have sand the surface first. You can gild a polished surface and brush clear over the gold. I've seen fire engines done this way but it's not as durable.
Why did use a sander please. Looks ruined to me
Hopefully, it was the glare that prevented you from seeing the detail. I had a friend who was a sign painter - he used #2 pencils with intact, unused erasers. He could place the spins so precisely and evenly that he was like a machine!
Ml
T thing with the sander is so boring
Too long please