Copper Work

Scrap copper can be melted in order to create works of art or simply to pour into ingots for easier recycling. You can melt copper at home as long as you have a torch that is capable of reaching 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This project is fairly dangerous, and should not be attempted by children.

Let me show you how to use this cool copper technique to enhance your decor. This is an easy project that anyone (yes, even you) can do.

How to Flame Paint Copper Flame painting copper is a real art form, but you can get nice results even as a beginner. It is a great way to create something beautiful in a very short

Copper sheet is a versatile material to work with, adding a gorgeous finish to many a DIY project. Learn how to cut copper sheet like a pro with our step-by-step guide after the jump. #thesawguy #DIYtips #howtocutmetal #howtocutsheetmetal #sheetmetal #howtocutcoppersheet #coppersheet #DIYhacks

It’s Another Really Cool Copper TechniqueLooking for a last minute holiday gift? This post won’t help you. I mean, I guess you could do it if you had the time,…

Copper etching gives your jewelry pieces a whole new look with a different finish. Now, it’s so much easier to do thanks to this great post from the blog Copperheart Designs. With just a …

Hello everyone! Yesterday I made a post about how to apply an ammonia patina to copper. In that post I mentioned a borax patina that can be done quickly and easily, so I decided to write up this little how-to :) I love this method because it's fast and easy and produces some lovely colors, like the ones in my Copper Heart Earrings. If you like instant gratification as much as I do, then this technique is for you! Materials and Tools Borax (can be found in the laundry/household cleaners aisle…

In this guide, I'll show you how to pickle copper wire to remove firescale which is left on your wire after annealing and/or soldering.

Easy Copper Rose DIY Tutorial

Rebuilding my (finishing) my torching table I have the hood and posts all done now I need to fix the table top want to raise it a little and create some storage space - it seems I always find more ways to fix my work area than actually work ...... I figure this is the last big modification - but that's this week... I'll find some other project to keep me from actually making beads. I did accomplish making some amphora face pendants along with some horse head pendants - I'll post them soon…