Comments on: My Repurposed Jewelry Obsession https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/ free jewelry tutorials, plus a friendly community sharing creative ideas for making and selling jewelry. Mon, 05 Sep 2016 16:33:46 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.15 By: Catherine https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-473133 Mon, 05 Sep 2016 16:33:46 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-473133 Terri, your pieces are beautiful! Since I’ve discovered making jewelry I find myself looking at everything in a whole new way. I think I’m making my mom nervous wondering if I’m going to want to take something apart in her house and use it.?

]]> By: Valerie https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-433280 Fri, 18 Mar 2016 10:22:40 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-433280 Karen, so glad to have this information. I bought a can of Protecta-Clear over a year ago and have yet to use it. Do you know if it can be used over a liver of sulfur patina?

]]> By: Karen Darr https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-433233 Fri, 18 Mar 2016 01:22:54 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-433233 You might try Protecta-Clear by Everbrite – it is even FDA approved (should a baby or toddler put an item into their mouth). This is especially good for people who are allergic to certain metals as it provides a barrier between them and the metal/wire. For them, I would dip it twice to be on the safe side.

With good ventilation (I have a fan placed behind me, blowing away from me), you dip the metal into the liquid (this is done before I have assembled the piece with the beads, crystals, or stones – you don’t want to dip them). I have made wire hooks (they are reused) and a drying rack out of styrofoam. I stick the wire hooks into the side of the styrofoam to allow the items to drip until they are dry. I do go back every five minutes or so, to wick off any hanging drips off of the piece of copper. On some pieces you might encounter a little webbing of the liquid, but this is easily trimmed out.

I have been using it for years on all of my copper (whether a torch fire-patinaed or naturally patinaed). I have very acidic skin and usually any kind of coating does NOT keep me from turning green. This stuff keeps me from turning green and keeps the color of the patina from turning dark and dull. BTW, your jewelry is fabulous!!!!!

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-364363 Tue, 26 May 2015 14:11:56 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-364363 I just started playing with Everbright coating I bought on line. They are a very helpful company and contacted me to make sure I was happy. I will post a pic after I wear a piece to see how I like it.

Teri

]]> By: Julie White https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-336215 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 04:04:14 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-336215 I’ll give the workable fixative a try on the piece I’m working on and let everyone know how it works out.

]]> By: Julie White https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-336214 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 04:01:43 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-336214 I don’t like these acrylic sprays either but they probably give the most durable protection over a delicate patina. The reason I mentioned workable fixative is that you use it to ” fix” loose charcoal and pastel drawing but you can still continue to work on top of it…..thus, I thought it might be ” lighter”. I use it for charcoal drawing.it obviously has a ” tooth” when it’s dry, unlike the hard smooth finish of regular Krylon.

]]> By: Valerie https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-336123 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 01:22:57 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-336123 Julie, I’ve used Krylon matte spray. Just looked up the “Artist’s Workable Fixative” and it really seems like it’s for paper.

As mentioned, I’ve also used Design Masters matte spray (purcahsed at Michael’s). This was recommended by an instructor. There’s just something about these sprays that bother me.

]]> By: Julie White https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335899 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 16:29:59 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335899 I used a matte acrylic spray, Patricia Nimoch’s ( Plaid brand) on a piece of embossed copper and though I thought I misted it on lightly, I was horrified to find later, that it had pooled and turned white in some of the embossing. I had to remove it by digging it out which wasn’t too big a deal but I don’t want that to happen again! I would think an acrylic sealer would be much more permanent than a wax. Maybe there’s a best brand for this. There’s also Krylon’s Artist’s workable fixative.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335886 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 15:19:38 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335886 I use CeCe Caldwell (Chalk paint) wax, dark aging cream, melted bees wax, and Renaissance wax all interchangeable depending on the shine I want. Honestly I just wing it until I like the end result mad scientist style!

]]> By: Valerie https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335871 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 14:46:29 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335871 Teri, very interesting. I’ve been using a spray, as that’s what I was taught … but I never felt quite right about it. Can you say more about your mix of creams/waxes? I often use Baroque Gilders Paste for a patina and wonder if a mix such as the one you use would work. Thanks in advance for being so generous with your knowledge.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335748 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 00:33:15 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335748 I use a mix of bees wax cream, aging cream and Renaissance wax. I just play with it until it feels worn and burnished.

]]> By: Valerie https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335739 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 22:34:15 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335739 What does everyone use for sealer over various types of patina? (I’ve used Krylon matte spray and Design Masters matte spray

]]> By: Julie White https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335654 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 16:58:09 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335654 Teri,
I found Rena’s info on patinas and the great potato chip patina. I have not experimented widely yet with patinas but I think I have issues with the metal being coated with lacquer. The things I have tried haven’t worked. I need to remove any coating and also make sure the metal is very clean. Thanks for the info.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335648 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 16:52:39 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335648 Link for Julie White’s question above (I should have included it above)

http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/embossing-copper-sheets/

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335645 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 16:49:30 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335645 The patina was there when I bought it, but look at my entry on this weeks newsletter under “patinas”. Rena taught me how to use salt and vinegar instead of chemicals. JMJ is such an unusual place where people are open and share information for everyone to enjoy. Thanks Rena for hosting this forum.

]]> By: Julie White https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-335620 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 15:52:15 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-335620 Teri,
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the drawer pull bracelet. That is my cup of tea. I’ve been thinking about visiting a particular junk store I know of,to look for elements and now, I can’t wait. It will be a treasure hunt! I live in an area where there are lots of ” antiques” ( stuff and junk) stores.
Did you make that patina or was it naturally on the piece?

]]> By: Valerie https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322850 Wed, 04 Feb 2015 02:38:27 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322850 Love your pieces, Teri … especially the bracelet made from a drawer pull. I, too, love to repurpose. There’s nothing like the thrill of the hunt at a garage sale or flea market.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322652 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 18:56:57 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322652 Thanks for the thumbs up on my Etsy page Naomi. I am new to this selling jewelry adventure. I typically start out with something broken but still interesting and then try to balance the form and function. I also like making junk wind chimes from candle sticks, coffee pots or vintage serving pieces.

Teri

]]> By: Naomi https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322605 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 16:59:40 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322605 Teri, I have always liked pulling old jewelry apart and reusing and updating them. I have a few pieces of my mother’s jewelry and my grandmother’s jewelry. I plan on somehow incorporating a few pieces of each into a “memory” necklace so that I have something to remind me of them when I wear it. I am just intrigued by the “history” of old/vintage items. By the way, Teri, I enjoyed your Etsy page and added you to my “favorites” and am “following” you as well.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322526 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 14:46:33 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322526 Thank you for your kind comments, it is helpful to know what people are drawn to with this type of junk/jewels. I have a few more things on my Etsy page I would love your comments too. I am so glad I found the Jewelry Journal! Teri

]]> By: Jody Lanham https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322472 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 12:23:39 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322472 Hello, I love the repurposing and redesigning of the old components into something new and unique! I have begun doing that as well, with old pieces from family and friends, thrift shop finds, antiques and everyday household items. Since there is no shortage of stuff to be found (so many of us are habitual hoarders!), this is a very effective way to use up existing resources and avoid adding to our overloaded landfills. It is indeed easy to become obsessed, especially when you know you are doing something beneficial anyway. Good luck and happy repurposing!

]]> By: Rena Klingenberg https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-322079 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 02:48:42 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-322079 What clever ways you have for reusing lovely old things, Teri! I especially like your use of the shoe buckles! 🙂

]]> By: Katherine https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-316180 Wed, 21 Jan 2015 18:58:14 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-316180 These are absolutely stunning!! I love the way you take something that might be broken, but is still beautiful, and give it a new life.

]]> By: Teri Griffith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/my-repurposed-jewelry-obsession/#comment-316132 Wed, 21 Jan 2015 15:48:42 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=36835#comment-316132 Hope you get inspired to recreate old tired jewelry into something new!

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