[Jewelry making - Article 00846] - Re: [Orchid] Tarnished copper

[Alma Rands]

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    HI Lynn,   it really bugs me when a teacher is evasive when asked a
    question by a student. Don't let her get you discouraged.  I am no
    expert but I will try to help.  Not having seen her work, I can only
    try as best I can. To keep the copper from tarnishing she may be
    brushing on some clear nail polish,  or  some high grade metal
    lacquer. Both hold up pretty well. If not, they can be cleaned off
    with polish, or lacquer remover, and redone. 

    As far as the colored metal, She may have been using some of the
    Japanese alloys,or some patinas. There is a lot of information on
    patinas in the Orchid Archives, and some of  the more  knowledgeable
    orchidians can  brief you on the alloys and even how to make them.
    Again, don't let her discourage you. People who are going to be
    secretive about techniques etc. 

    have no business teaching.  They do a disservice to all the
    dedicated teachers,. she  wasn't born knowing all  she knows,but owes
    it to some dedicated teachers. 

    If you have questions just send them in to Orchid.  
    The wonderful helpful people  here will be glad to help. 

Alma



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