This was great!!! Thank you for sharing. I’ve been teaching myself jewelry making techniques for a few years but started getting into copper about a year ago. I love it! The more I try the more I want to learn. I’ve been focused on fire painting or fire patina (it’s just so cool!) but also trying to accomplish cool textures. I’ve been wondering how this sort of texture was achieved. I’m happy to see It doesn’t take a super expensive machine or press. I have most of the tools already which is awesome. I love the pieces you’ve done and really appreciate the tutorial :)
Thanks! I’m a self taught jeweler too (for the most part). Copper is a great material to start with because it’s so much less expensive than silver and I love the way it looks too! I just finished posting a new video of a pair of sterling silver earrings I made using the same air chasing technique - segments of my process from start to finish. I hope you’ll watch!
@@izabitjewelry1294 Hello, I am interested but I do not understand anything ... some doubts, when burning it with the torch, then it instantly cools in water? Is that for the patina (more beautiful color) or is it to work the piece easier? And another question, the hooking of the earring to the ear, can they be bought or are they also handmade? Thank you if you can answer me and I hope you understand me ... it is with google translator
You can use a flat or mill file to dress the end of your punch where it has been peened by blows from the steel hammer. An 8 to 10 inch file not including the handle would do nicely. Longer is better usually as you can get a longer stroke. Simply clamp the file horizontally in your vise with the damaged end protruding out about an inch. If the punch has flat sides match the angle of the file stroke paralell to the length and the angle of the surface and push forward with a moderate amount of down pressure. Continue strokes until the surface is flush. Rotate the file for the next flat and repeat the process. If the punch is round the process is similar other than using a round over motion during the stroke. It will make sense when you try it. Other wise a belt sander would do nicely as well if you have one in your shop. If you are really into metal working a mini grinder, bench grinder etc. will also do the job. Goes really quick even with a file and your punch will set back in its index.
Ever thought about using a small automotive air hammer? Many use them - including me - for some types of forging. You might be surprised how well it would work. Different patterns, no hammering, etc. Tooling would be easy to make.
I usually put a fire extinguisher on a side or behind me, not behind the fire. But having it in view is worth a lot too - in a panic situation, you can see a fire extinguisher, but not think about where it is.
You show this method so beautifully and simply. Can you please tell me/us what chemical you used to get that beautiful blue/green patina. I'm familiar with using LOS but .... wow. The other is to die for!
I've currently got a electrician/plumber's work site right next door as they're replacing the kitchens and bathrooms and the old wiring in the flats where I live. It's like Christmas with all the pieces of copper I keep picking up. I usually buy copper from a jewellery suppliers and its treated to stop it turning your skin green or black...do you have any tips as to any ways to stop it from doing this because its so lovely looking until I wear it lol! I know I can do various patinas and things like that but is there any sort of home made (read 'Cheap' lol!) Ways to stop it reacting with skin?
With that type of camping stove butane and those torches, if you tip it up and get any liquid in to the injector orifice, it will instantly block due to the low quality gas.
Such beautiful work. I visited your Etsy shop as well. Gorgeous things there too. You might want to consider changing the background for your product shots.
Beautiful earrings! Copper is my favorite metal. I would like to try this technique. I have a torch on its way from Amazon. My question is do you need to wear ear protection with all the loud pounding? Or does it just sound loud on the video? Also where did you get your rawhide hammer?
Great and easy technic to make beautiful texture - i have to try that 😉 What did you use to get the cool color on the round earrings? Thanks for sharing 👍🏻😊
Elizabeth, I love your video--and appreciate you sharing your expertise! I visited your Etsy shop. You have such unique and fabulous designs. I've been making and selling my jewelry for a while; but, each year challenge myself with learning a new technique. This year it is fold forming. Your video is straight-forward. And, your voice & approach is very encouraging--Yes, you can do this! I do have one question. I've been researching quality torches--that aren't going to cost a huge amount but will get the job done. You mention that you love your torch; but, I can't make out the brand. Would you mind sharing that info? Thanks again for making such a wonderful video! I'm going to browse through your Etsy shop soon. Maggie
Sorry I didn't reply Maggie - for some reason I wasn't getting notifications for awhile... Thanks for the compliments and I hope you found out the info you wanted about the torch.
If your'e serious about it don't buy a butane/or propane torch to start. It looks like she's using propane. I use a Mapp torch for years now . Much higher temp if needed and reasonably accurate point of heat for delicate work. That's in the €100 bracket if you buy a good quality brand.
Just wanted to share with you something else you can do with the copper that you made. Check out videos about flame painting, and silver articulation on copper. Nancy Hamilton has one on articulation of sterling silver on copper, and soldering without flux or solder. Thank you for sharing the video with me I’m definitely gonna try this technique. I just wanted to share a technique with you that can give your already wonderful Creations may have a the different look❤ also look up Larry Dallas on flame painting copper❤. God Bless
Copper is the opposite of carbon steel, you get the copper red hot and then quench it to anneal it. If you did the same process to high carbon steel it would harden it, they are backwards. You anneal silver and gold the same way you do copper. It's weird but that's the way it's done.
I was using 24 gauge in the video. You can use heavier gauge and you can use lighter gauge - it just depends on how you want to use it and the sturdiness you require. I'd suggest experimenting with some different gauges :) - Good luck, and thanks for watching the video
You should never quench when annealing. You’re defeating the purpose of annealing. By quenching your actually Harding the metal. Better to let cool or blow air on it.
Michael Miner Quenching copper does not soften it at all. It doesnt make the copper softer it just doesn’t temper it like it does with steel. I do all of my steel work without heat or rather 95%of my work. There are the 5% of the times you cant get around it. Copper and steel are to totally different animals when it comes to using heat.
E vI I from New York but live in florida. Copper being sold by a jewelry maybe why they are selling copper by the Ga. i own a metal fabrication shop and do many art projects and have been buying copper for the last 20 yrs. when you buy copper sheet Is comes 3ft x 10ft and sold by the ounce. Most typically 16 ounce. But since your purchasing from a jewelry supplier and not a metal supplier Is why its sold different. 16 ounce = 24 ga. Nice work
Fire extinguisher needs to be away from your work and not where you might need to move across a burning area. Talk with your fire department safety people and have them explain about the placement. They most likely will be quite happy to help you with this. What you are doing is dangerous.
You’ve done it in a very efficient and beautiful way thanks for sharing your method 💚
This was great!!! Thank you for sharing. I’ve been teaching myself jewelry making techniques for a few years but started getting into copper about a year ago. I love it! The more I try the more I want to learn. I’ve been focused on fire painting or fire patina (it’s just so cool!) but also trying to accomplish cool textures. I’ve been wondering how this sort of texture was achieved. I’m happy to see It doesn’t take a super expensive machine or press. I have most of the tools already which is awesome. I love the pieces you’ve done and really appreciate the tutorial :)
Thanks! I’m a self taught jeweler too (for the most part). Copper is a great material to start with because it’s so much less expensive than silver and I love the way it looks too!
I just finished posting a new video of a pair of sterling silver earrings I made using the same air chasing technique - segments of my process from start to finish. I hope you’ll watch!
@@izabitjewelry1294 Hello, I am interested but I do not understand anything ... some doubts, when burning it with the torch, then it instantly cools in water? Is that for the patina (more beautiful color) or is it to work the piece easier? And another question, the hooking of the earring to the ear, can they be bought or are they also handmade? Thank you if you can answer me and I hope you understand me ... it is with google translator
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Thank you! Ive never seen this technique before. You are a great teacher!
you can also use an oyster shucking knife (you can dull the edges a bit for safety) to open the copper after you've chased it.
I have a wood chisel that I made dull for that purpose! But, I like your idea better!!
Beautiful textures on both pair of earrings. So organic looking. TFS!
You can use a flat or mill file to dress the end of your punch where it has been peened by blows from the steel hammer. An 8 to 10 inch file not including the handle would do nicely. Longer is better usually as you can get a longer stroke.
Simply clamp the file horizontally in your vise with the damaged end protruding out about an inch. If the punch has flat sides match the angle of the file stroke paralell to the length and the angle of the surface and push forward with a moderate amount of down pressure. Continue strokes until the surface is flush. Rotate the file for the next flat and repeat the process. If the punch is round the process is similar other than using a round over motion during the stroke.
It will make sense when you try it.
Other wise a belt sander would do nicely as well if you have one in your shop. If you are really into metal working a mini grinder, bench grinder etc. will also do the job. Goes really quick even with a file and your punch will set back in its index.
That’s awesome. Earrings are gorgeous! Thank you for showing us that.
Thank you!
I'm just beginning. This is such an awesome tip. Thank you, this is what I needed. so many cool ways to take this and vary it to the Nth degree.
Wonderful!
Can I ask what surface you gave it on when hammering it to flatten it out? Is it a steel block or something less harsh?
Great video! Always wondered how that effect was accomplished.
Very pretty.
Thanks so much!
THANKS so much for demonstrating that technique!
Ever thought about using a small automotive air hammer? Many use them - including me - for some types of forging. You might be surprised how well it would work. Different patterns, no hammering, etc. Tooling would be easy to make.
I usually put a fire extinguisher on a side or behind me, not behind the fire. But having it in view is worth a lot too - in a panic situation, you can see a fire extinguisher, but not think about where it is.
GREAT DEMO! THANKS FOR THAT! BEAUTIFUL PIECES!! ;D
You show this method so beautifully and simply. Can you please tell me/us what chemical you used to get that beautiful blue/green patina. I'm familiar with using LOS but .... wow. The other is to die for!
It's Tiffany Green by Sculp Nouveau Patinas and Metal Finishes. I got it at a local metal supply house.
Gracias por compartir tan bello proceso e igual resultado. ME ENCANTÓ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
gracias por tu comentario, me alegra que te gusta mi trabajo
Great video - love your work. Thank you so much!!
I would suggest soaking one side of your rawhide mallet in saltwater for a while. Not too long, but just till it's softened a tad.
Why salt water?
I've currently got a electrician/plumber's work site right next door as they're replacing the kitchens and bathrooms and the old wiring in the flats where I live. It's like Christmas with all the pieces of copper I keep picking up. I usually buy copper from a jewellery suppliers and its treated to stop it turning your skin green or black...do you have any tips as to any ways to stop it from doing this because its so lovely looking until I wear it lol! I know I can do various patinas and things like that but is there any sort of home made (read 'Cheap' lol!) Ways to stop it reacting with skin?
Just came across your video canny ,love your skill an enjoyable ,,1 question if I may ,why quench after you annealed ?,,, Love and Peace ,FISHBURN
Jolly good, but next time, put your phone/camera on a separate support for a stable image. Otherwise, excellent!
With that type of camping stove butane and those torches, if you tip it up and get any liquid in to the injector orifice, it will instantly block due to the low quality gas.
Nice work, thanks!
thank you!
Thank you for sharing your technique.
Thank you for showing me this
Your welcome Ruth
Such beautiful work. I visited your Etsy shop as well. Gorgeous things there too.
You might want to consider changing the background for your product shots.
Cool technique!
Thanks!
Very nice video!
That was amazing to watch thank you.
Do you use anything after the patina/liver of surfer to keep it that bright copper color? Anything to protect it?
Scotch Brite pads work really well too
Really nice. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing!
you're welcome!
What is the torch you are using and how are you connecting to the canister.
Beautiful earrings! Copper is my favorite metal. I would like to try this technique. I have a torch on its way from Amazon. My question is do you need to wear ear protection with all the loud pounding? Or does it just sound loud on the video? Also where did you get your rawhide hammer?
Excellent
thank you so much...very informative
Interesting. Please consider placing your video equipment on a more stable surface.
Great and easy technic to make beautiful texture - i have to try that 😉 What did you use to get the cool color on the round earrings? Thanks for sharing 👍🏻😊
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Awesome
Very nice!
What gauge copper sheet did you use for this process?
Elizabeth, I love your video--and appreciate you sharing your expertise! I visited your Etsy shop. You have such unique and fabulous designs. I've been making and selling my jewelry for a while; but, each year challenge myself with learning a new technique. This year it is fold forming. Your video is straight-forward. And, your voice & approach is very encouraging--Yes, you can do this! I do have one question. I've been researching quality torches--that aren't going to cost a huge amount but will get the job done. You mention that you love your torch; but, I can't make out the brand. Would you mind sharing that info? Thanks again for making such a wonderful video! I'm going to browse through your Etsy shop soon. Maggie
Look down the page, there is a response from Lindsey about torches. Hopefully that helps. I don't know if Iz a Bit every replied to you.
@@janicesharpe7159 Thanks so much. I really appreciate your pointing me in the right direction.
Sorry I didn't reply Maggie - for some reason I wasn't getting notifications for awhile... Thanks for the compliments and I hope you found out the info you wanted about the torch.
Move camera to a still area!
What anvil are you using?
What chemical do you use for the green patina👍
Have you ever thought about moving your camera away from your bench so it won't wiggle?
@@izabitjewelry1294I like your work, very pretty. On one of your videos do you list where you get supplies.
I would love to get a torch like the one you have. Can you tell me what to buy on Amazon?
What metal wire do you use for the earring wires using copper for the design?
If your'e serious about it don't buy a butane/or propane torch to start. It looks like she's using propane.
I use a Mapp torch for years now . Much higher temp if needed and reasonably accurate point of heat for delicate work.
That's in the €100 bracket if you buy a good quality brand.
Just wanted to share with you something else you can do with the copper that you made. Check out videos about flame painting, and silver articulation on copper. Nancy Hamilton has one on articulation of sterling silver on copper, and soldering without flux or solder. Thank you for sharing the video with me I’m definitely gonna try this technique. I just wanted to share a technique with you that can give your already wonderful Creations may have a the different look❤ also look up Larry Dallas on flame painting copper❤. God Bless
Thanks so much for the info - I love watching Nancy Hamilton's videos! I'll have to look up Larry Dallas:)
Brava.
wouldn't it be softer after annealing if you didn't quench it?
Copper is the opposite of carbon steel, you get the copper red hot and then quench it to anneal it. If you did the same process to high carbon steel it would harden it, they are backwards. You anneal silver and gold the same way you do copper. It's weird but that's the way it's done.
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What gauge metal sheet?
24 Ga Judy - thanks for watching :)
What gauge copper is best?
I was using 24 gauge in the video. You can use heavier gauge and you can use lighter gauge - it just depends on how you want to use it and the sturdiness you require. I'd suggest experimenting with some different gauges :) - Good luck, and thanks for watching the video
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You should never quench when annealing. You’re defeating the purpose of annealing. By quenching your actually Harding the metal.
Better to let cool or blow air on it.
Actually, quenching hot copper and sterling softens it, unlike steel.
Michael Miner
Quenching copper does not soften it at all. It doesnt make the copper softer it just doesn’t temper it like it does with steel. I do all of my steel work without heat or rather 95%of my work. There are the 5% of the times you cant get around it. Copper and steel are to totally different animals when it comes to using heat.
Who’s selling copper by the ga. It’s sold by ounce 16 once sheet being the most common
E vI I from New York but live in florida. Copper being sold by a jewelry maybe why they are selling copper by the Ga.
i own a metal fabrication shop and do many art projects and have been buying copper for the last 20 yrs. when you buy copper sheet
Is comes 3ft x 10ft and sold by the ounce. Most typically 16 ounce. But since your purchasing from a jewelry supplier and not a metal supplier
Is why its sold different. 16 ounce = 24 ga. Nice work
Fire extinguisher needs to be away from your work and not where you might need to move across a burning area. Talk with your fire department safety people and have them explain about the placement. They most likely will be quite happy to help you with this. What you are doing is dangerous.
Next time when you decided to pound on the table to make a video don't put the camera on the same table.
get a tripod
The most irritating video on UA-cam - fix your camera to a steady mount.