I belong to several online Yahoo Polymer groups. They are fonts of information. I have learned so much from the discussions that take place there. Recently, there was a thread about a paint that simulates enamel on metal. Pebeo vitrea is the name and when I discovered it was available at Michael's, I hurried out and bought a few colors. After applying the paint to the metal (I found it takes several thin coats rather than one thick one for best results) ... you bake at 325 F for 40 minutes. I have only had the time to experiment with a couple of washers, end caps and these earrings.
The theme for week 13 of the 52 earrings in a year is Twigs. I tried several designs in Polymer, but they just didn't satisfy. So out came the embosser and another chance to try the vitrea. I found the green to be a bit translucent on the brass blank.
I have an order into Bello Modo for the new Vintaj Patina metal inks. The video on the Vintaj website shows some beautiful pieces that were made using these inks. They should arrive later today or tomorrow. I can't wait to try them out.
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