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Saturday, May 28, 2011

soldering

mary jane dodd

'every one is a moon,
and has a dark side which he never shows to anyone.' 
~ mark twain

i love using stones in my work, they add depth of meaning and a special beauty... i decided i wanted to be able to set cup bezels... and so i did...

solder can be intimidating - there are all different kinds: paste, wire, sheet... they melt at different temperatures to allow for the creation of multiple joins... 

look for a prize related to this as a part of june's art spark!

 
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8 comments:

  1. AliceMay 28, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    I started learning to solder with Stephanie Lee's online course, but things came up and I never got to finish. I need to take a class in person with someone who can teach me the ropes because I really want to take my jewelry to the next level.

    I love your bezel cups and the tiny little gems you tucked inside them!!!

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  2. SueBeadsMay 28, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    MJ those are beautiful!

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  3. stregataMay 28, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    So very lovely...
    And we do all have a dark side, like the moon.

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  4. JudyMay 28, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Just beautiful! The colors are mesmerizing and the little gems precious!

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  5. TerriMay 28, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Very pretty! I love the patina? or are these painted? Anyway, they are striking! Good job!

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  6. Shannon ChomanczukMay 28, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    I would love to learn soldering. I mean really learn it not just play and make a mess. I really should ask my dad to show me he has been soldering circuit boards since I could walk, maybe even before that.
    Shannon C

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  7. DArsie ManzellaMay 28, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    These are gorgeous! I can't wait to see what June's Art Spark will be~

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  8. NoemiJuly 14, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I will be taking on a course in September and I cant wait!!

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