Electroforming has so many cool paths to go down using different components made up of a variety of materials such as plastic, metal, stone, etc. Connecting these different mediums means you will need some type of adhesive whether it be superglue, resin, epoxy, etc. The options are truly endless and it can be quite frustrating to know how to get started.
Read MoreCopper Electroforming kits are are few and far between, with some kits not coming with enough and other kits coming with things you don’t need, it’s fair to say that the Cu Electroforming Kit by Enchanted Leaves comes with everything you need to begin making copper electroformed jewelry. You can make getting started easy with just one click (without that dreaded thought of “am I forgetting anything?”). Nedda and Aaron were kind enough to send me their electroforming kit plus their Cu MiniForm Power Supply that they designed and manufacturer themselves, FINALLY, a power supply specifically designed for electroformers by electroformers!
Read MoreLearning metalsmithing can be pretty hard, especially when you’ve never held a torch before in your life.
And the mediums of learning can give you a different experience. For example, I have readers of Maker Monologues tell me all the time they love the written format because they don’t have to stop, pause a video, rewind, etc. and I’m totally the same way. But, there are others who need to see the way the hand moves when creating jewelry.
Read MoreThis post is part of the Maker Monologues’ new series Electroforming Q&As!
Chris asks: “My object is around 300 square inches but The pattern I want to plate is less than half. Can I get away with a 25 amp rectifier? Plus since I’m working on a vase I can’t hang from the electrode. How good of a connection to the electrode do I need and does the electrode become part of the piece?”
Read MoreThere are so many cool and unique designs you can make when it comes to copper electroformed jewelry. If you can dream it up you can figure out a way to bring that design to life. And your creativity can go wild when you add epoxy clay to your design process, and that’s exactly what I’m going to share with you today!
Read MoreToday, Susanne from Switzerland who runs The Double Helix Design gives us a guided tour through her copper electroforming jewelry studio to share her cool setup. She also shares where you can purchase some of the equipment if you’re also in Switzerland.
Read MoreI am a beginner at copper electroplating. When applying the conductive graphite paint, do you only apply it to the apoxie clay? I have a broken pendant that is sterling silver plated that I wanted to use. I was thinking of combining it with the apoxie clay and a teardrop labradorite I have. So my question is do I use the graphite paint over the pendant that is sterling silver plated? Or will the copper hold to it without it? Do I use the graphite paint just on the apoxie clay portion of the pendant?
Read MoreThis tutorial came out of a personal need for some simple, everyday earrings that will spice up my casual outfits and add just a glimmer of sparkle. I was grabbing all my supplies to make them and decided to also grab my camera and document the process to share with you all!
This is an intermediate-level tutorial, we are going to be soldering so be sure to check out my complete guide to soldering silver jewelry if you’re not yet educated on this skill.
Read MoreFor those of us that are still hoarding our old copper electroformed jewelry projects that didn’t make the cut, there’s still hope for saving those gorgeous crystals we can’t seem to let go of. This simple copper electroformed pendant redesign tutorial will ensure you’re able to fix any of your electroformed mistakes.
Read MoreI’ve been doing this for a while now and have come across some best performers that I wouldn’t trade for anything when it comes to electroforming supplies. So I wanted to edit that list way down to the products that are my tried and true and have held up over the years I’ve been doing this.
Read MoreDuring my design process, I tend to get really overwhelmed by the array of beauty out in the world. You don’t start to notice it until you put your designer cap on. There are basic elements I definitely know I want in my collection before I start in order to stay on-brand with my business and target customers but beyond that… I have no idea what will come about until I dig into the design process. I’ve designed many collections but I’ve actually executed two of them which says how much more work it is to produce the collection.
Read MoreHappy Friday, you guys! I can’t believe January is almost over! I mean, where did 2019 go? Lately, I’ve rediscovered my passion for jewelry making which I talk about in my IG post (along with why I’ve been half-ass running this blog over the last year). I hope you all feel the shift coming for this blog. I’ve been really inspired to create lately — whether that means creating mini-tutorials or sharing stuff I’ve been seeing around the web, like in today’s post, or even finding new ways to reach out and inspire.
Read MoreThe holidays are here! If you are shopping for the perfect gift for a crafty family member or yourself, this holiday gift guide for aspiring jewelers has ideas for every budget. Whether it’s copper electroforming, being or silversmithing these are the items on every jeweler’s wish list! I would consider myself an expert on all things jewelry making, so rest assured I’ve included items I personally own, use, and absolutely love.
Read MoreOctober is the spooky month of Halloween; pumpkins, ghosts, and ghouls. So what a perfect excuse to round up all the Halloween-themed jewelry I’ve been eyeing so we can all get in the spirit of ghoulish celebration!
Read MoreI began this project months ago, I was initially just going to make some simple double circle ear jackets. So I made the silver circles and they just sat in my studio. The other day I found them and got re-inspired to step up the initial design. And, I just really wanted to play with some gemstones!
Read MoreI’ve gathered so many tips and tricks over the year in the jewelry industry so I wanted to share some of these life-saving tricks! Also, if you pass these tips onto your customer they will love your forever and you’ll be their number one jeweler! (Hopefully, we can dream big, right?)
Read MoreEmbellishments can elevate the look of your jewelry designs! My favorite silver embellishment, though, is the silver sphere (can you tell I’m trying to not use the phrase “silver balls”?). This is probably the easiest thing you make. It literally takes less than a minute to make and only 4 steps!
Read MoreWhen it’s cold outside, the last thing you want to put against your skin is cold metal. And your big chunky scarves and coats are going to hide your pretty, dainty jewelry. So things like statement rings and long mala necklaces are going to be your go-to for layering.
Read MoreOne of my few loves in life, aside from jewelry making, is home decor and organization. I love creating collages of dream rooms with photos of furniture, plants, fabrics, etc. Today I’m going to do just that but for your jewelry studio.
Read MoreCopper electroforming can be very confusing, we just want to make pretty jewelry without becoming chemical scientists. Which is why I’m sure that when you were researching electroforming and figuring out all the supplies and tools you needed, you, at one point or another, ran into the dilemma of “which power supply should I buy?”
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