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ObjectsandElements.com is an online jewelry supply store and more.
Interests: mixed-media, found objects, altered art, beading, metalsmithing, art jewelry, art workshops, mixed metals
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After you hammer your metal a bit you heat to soften and then hammer then maybe heat again to shape some more...look up "annealing". There is probably a YouTube video that will show how. With bronze and copper you heat until it glows and then quench after letting it cool for a few seconds. Have fun! I am retired so this blog will drop off when the year I paid for expires so snag what you need and have fun!!
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Commented May 12, 2016 on Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless! at ObjectsandElements.com
Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless!
Look at the rustic handmade look of these hoops and they are so easy to make! The cost of materials is less than $2 and the time less than an hour--what a nice gift they would be. These are made from 12 Gauge Bronze Wire and 22 Gauge Sterling wire. The size of the hoop will determine h...
It is a PBC type product but extremely dense. You can find it at fauxbone.com. Check out the pieces there it is a very interesting product that can be died and carved too.
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Commented Jan 18, 2016 on Poor Woman's Hydraulic Press... at ObjectsandElements.com
Poor Woman's Hydraulic Press...
A hydraulic press is used to form and shape sheet metal with a very strong compressive force. It's great for production work to create a shape over and over and it keeps your pattern from being distorted while doming the shape of the sheet metal. I recently made this piece in a class taught b...
Super easy and gorgeous!
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Commented Jul 2, 2015 on Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless! at ObjectsandElements.com
Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless!
Look at the rustic handmade look of these hoops and they are so easy to make! The cost of materials is less than $2 and the time less than an hour--what a nice gift they would be. These are made from 12 Gauge Bronze Wire and 22 Gauge Sterling wire. The size of the hoop will determine h...
Thanks!!!
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Commented Jul 1, 2015 on Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless! at ObjectsandElements.com
Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless!
Look at the rustic handmade look of these hoops and they are so easy to make! The cost of materials is less than $2 and the time less than an hour--what a nice gift they would be. These are made from 12 Gauge Bronze Wire and 22 Gauge Sterling wire. The size of the hoop will determine h...
Sorry the website is closed but try Salvadore tool in Providence RI they can sell you a gross or tell you where you can get them...
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Commented May 21, 2015 on Great News! at ObjectsandElements.com
Great News!
Hi I just wanted to let you know that I sold Objects and Elements to a sweet artist named Selena. She would love to know what things you want to see added to the store first--leave a comment if you are looking for something....I wish her all the luck in the world with her new venture! Linda
Thanks Kathy...Give them a try!
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Commented Apr 4, 2015 on Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals at ObjectsandElements.com
Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals
This is the second installment on Transparent Journals for the brave that want to make their own hinge. It's really fun to make hinges and is applicable a lot of different projects. The first step to make a journal is to prepare your paper. It’s important to give it three days to cure b...
What a great story! My daughter signed me up for a basic metal working class and I was hooked!
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Commented Nov 26, 2014 on Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals at ObjectsandElements.com
Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals
This is the second installment on Transparent Journals for the brave that want to make their own hinge. It's really fun to make hinges and is applicable a lot of different projects. The first step to make a journal is to prepare your paper. It’s important to give it three days to cure b...
That is the best part of making your own you can leave off or add any part!
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Commented Nov 23, 2014 on Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless! at ObjectsandElements.com
Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless!
Look at the rustic handmade look of these hoops and they are so easy to make! The cost of materials is less than $2 and the time less than an hour--what a nice gift they would be. These are made from 12 Gauge Bronze Wire and 22 Gauge Sterling wire. The size of the hoop will determine h...
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Commented Nov 13, 2014 on Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless! at ObjectsandElements.com
Rustic Bronze Hoop Earrings--the Options are Endless!
Look at the rustic handmade look of these hoops and they are so easy to make! The cost of materials is less than $2 and the time less than an hour--what a nice gift they would be. These are made from 12 Gauge Bronze Wire and 22 Gauge Sterling wire. The size of the hoop will determine h...
Thanks for visiting my blog!
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Commented Nov 12, 2014 on Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals at ObjectsandElements.com
Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals
This is the second installment on Transparent Journals for the brave that want to make their own hinge. It's really fun to make hinges and is applicable a lot of different projects. The first step to make a journal is to prepare your paper. It’s important to give it three days to cure b...
Thank you so much! I will be teaching these classes in Tucson and Philadelphia too...
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Commented Oct 20, 2014 on BeadFest Santa Fe! at ObjectsandElements.com
BeadFest Santa Fe!
It is time to register for BeadFest Santa Fe if you are able to go this year. It is a great location with wonderful restaurants, galleries and shopping. The show floor has some great vendors and some unusual ones we don't usually see. I call Santa Fe an "adult dress up town" as it has a reall...
BeadFest Santa Fe!
Posted Oct 15, 2014 at ObjectsandElements.com
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Great News!
Hi I just wanted to let you know that I sold Objects and Elements to a sweet artist named Selena. She would love to know what things you want to see added to the store first--leave a comment if you... Continue reading
Posted Sep 2, 2014 at ObjectsandElements.com
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I am not an expert but as far as I know it is not harmful unless you are allergic to it. It is banned in Europe in jewelry so perhaps you might find an article from there expounding on the reasons why.
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Commented Sep 1, 2014 on Using Nickel Silver....a frugal alternative to sterling at ObjectsandElements.com
Using Nickel Silver....a frugal alternative to sterling
I recently made this cold join piece from bronze and nickel silver. I had to remake the top piece and decided that I liked it enough to "spring" for sterling. After I cut out the sterling and replaced the nickel silver, I was surprised to find that I really couldn't see the difference. Afte...
Thank you! I hope your pieces delight the lucky recipients!
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Commented Jul 29, 2014 on Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals at ObjectsandElements.com
Don't Come UnHinged! Transparent Wearable Journals
This is the second installment on Transparent Journals for the brave that want to make their own hinge. It's really fun to make hinges and is applicable a lot of different projects. The first step to make a journal is to prepare your paper. It’s important to give it three days to cure b...
I would love to! Send an email to me at [email protected] and I will get more info to you!
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Commented Jul 15, 2014 on ahhhh Paris in the Springtime.... at ObjectsandElements.com
ahhhh Paris in the Springtime....
France....sigh
Posted Jul 6, 2014 at ObjectsandElements.com
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I am using jeweler's bronze or sometimes called Red brass. You can get it from Metaliferrous.com or Wire-Sculpture.com When you anneal it it looks like copper but if you clean it up and then lightly heat again it will bring the zinc to the surface and make it a warm brown color. If you seal it then it stays that color but if not it gets brassy looking over time. I am playing with some chemicals right now that make a beautiful brown and some other great colors. Check out ArtChemicals.com as they have some really good demos on their website.
Commented Jul 6, 2014 on Renaissance Wax...why? Because I hate brash bronze! at ObjectsandElements.com
Renaissance Wax...why? Because I hate brash bronze!
I love it when I learn from other artists that I am in contact with. I had a customer that wanted to know more about Renaissance Wax and piqued my curiosity so I got some and tried it. I am now a convert to this nice little tin of wax. I started to notice that my bronze pieces that I patinaed ...
No I messed up it is June I am changing it shortly...sigh
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Commented Jun 22, 2014 on ahhhh Paris in the Springtime.... at ObjectsandElements.com
ahhhh Paris in the Springtime....
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Yes, I will email you…Linda
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Commented Jun 22, 2014 on ahhhh Paris in the Springtime.... at ObjectsandElements.com
ahhhh Paris in the Springtime....
ahhhh Paris in the Springtime....
Posted Jun 21, 2014 at ObjectsandElements.com
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Collaborate Freebies!
Posted May 19, 2014 at ObjectsandElements.com
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Mica is just cut with scissors unless you have a super thick piece then use a jeweler's saw. It is a stone so it can be used to deflect hear too. If you are trying to find it look for "mica splittings"..Linda
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Commented Apr 4, 2014 on Sheet Metal for Endless Ideas at ObjectsandElements.com
Sheet Metal for Endless Ideas
With a piece of sheet metal the possibilities are endless. It's the element that allows you to build unique work, it's a building block to work from. You can create anything from frames to flora and fauna. Lots of designs start with a metal washer...
That is great!!
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Commented Mar 25, 2014 on Cold Join Earring...using sheet metal & posts. at ObjectsandElements.com
Cold Join Earring...using sheet metal & posts.
This earring is made entirely from Cold Joins. Cold Joins are joins made without the use of soldering. Cold joins tend to be more industrial looking and also the perfect choice when you are using a found object that is of questionable origin. This simple earring...
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Linda LarsenObjectsandElements.com206.910.8243
Commented Mar 6, 2014 on Cat Kerr Mixed Media Muse.... at ObjectsandElements.com
Cat Kerr Mixed Media Muse....
If you want some wonderful inspiration and instructions for your mixed media love check out Cat Kerr's Blog. Cat is a new Design Team member for Objects and Elements and we are so so proud to play with her!
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