Work in Progress

Shalini Austin I am a self taught metalsmith. I make Copper Things.

Work in Progress: Cutting up Salvaged Copper

I have just cut off a large piece from the salvaged copper tank I got earlier this year. The sheet is now soaking in vinegar so I can clean it up and get it ready for crafting copper things. I have to make leaves, bowls and trinket trays for the Lamport Hall craft show during […]

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Copper Leaves: Work in Progress

Copper Leaves: Work in Progress

Copper leaves are just fabulous, there are so many different ways to make them, and so many different ways to give them patina, colour and structure. Using my trusty jeweller’s saw I am sawing a range of copper leaf shapes to make decorative leaf sculptures. I think I will enamel them… but not sure yet. […]

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Work in Progress – More Air-chasing

I am really enjoying the craft of air-chasing copper. Source: Work in Progress – More Air-chasing

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