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This is my first finished metal work. I made the earring on the left first and since it turned out pretty large I decided the other one should be of a different size and shape.

Materials: Pure copper, Sterling silver.
Methods: Annealing, hammering, soldering, fire patination, buffing
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Critique by ~Ashley-Mae-Phillips Mar 7, 2012, 4:06:52 PM
I like the novelty of the design. Very whimsical and fun. I see this as a very costume type piece. Steam punk type would be my preference.
I also like the burn effect on the metal. It gives the piece a worn feel. The pearl accents also give it some class.
I also like that they are not perfect mimics of each other. That asymmetrical style makes them more appealing to me.
Unfortunately, I see it as such a costume piece that I don't think it would function in casual wear.
Very fun and overall interesting. I'd like to see them matched with something more common to see their versatility.
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~Nominus-Expers Apr 30, 2012
These would be stunning even without the silver accents. I'm finding myself both inspired and reminded of something I tried as well, which was just lengths of wire bent to shape, hammered flat and polished up before being fitted with fish hook fittings for earrings. I like that you've got the post style fitting, a lot of people won't wear the hook style. I'm impressed by these.
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*Aranwen Apr 30, 2012  Professional Artisan Crafter
Thanks! Good luck with your idea as well
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*Samarai Feb 27, 2012
Looks like that copper got hammered before you worked it. ;)

Seriously, though... pretty cool.
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*Aranwen Feb 27, 2012  Professional Artisan Crafter
haha ;D
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~idlemoment Feb 25, 2012
Gorgeous! Do you plan to coat them in anything to preserve the patina? I've just started heat patina-ing copper.
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*Aranwen Feb 26, 2012  Professional Artisan Crafter
I'm going to experiment with that, I'll try some wax and see how it goes, although I know, theoretically, that it would change the appearance of the colours. We'll see ! Here is a good deal of info if you'd like to read: [link]
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~idlemoment Feb 26, 2012
Thanks for that! I glanced at that site a few days ago, but glad you mentioned it. Very useful :)
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