Preparing the metal; finishing the brooch
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Techniques in the preparation of the metal and finishing the mokume brooch are presented. The process involves 20 steps and the use of pieces of silver wire to link the three pieces of the brooch together. It also involves the use of a torch and metalworking tools.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
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A bead that looks back
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Eye beads are a challenging project for beginners and details for lampworking an eye bead are given including materials required and step-by-step making procedure. They are used worldwide to avert bad omen and the evil eye, and are popular with collectors.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2004
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Making a pond bead: advanced bead-making project
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A sculptural element can be used to emphasize depth and add an unexpected quality to a pond bead. A pond bead will look more beautiful by using a sculptural element like a lizard or a salamander on the center or earth part of the bead.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
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