[Jewelry making - Article 00019] - Re: [Orchid] Making copper grapes

[Betty Leeper]

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    Since you're using copper, I don't understand why you couldn't cast
    them. The mold could be very hollow (alleviating weight), and where
    you attach them either singly to make a cluster, or as a cluster unit
    to the vine, copper wire could be used wound around and around to
    simulate vines. How many clusters are you wanting to create? 

    In keeping with the overall look of the piece, I agree that you
    should not use the plastic grapes. I mean, the leaves are copper -
    why should you all of a sudden have "real" grapes? 

    Very interesting project. Please let us know what you decide to do. 

Betty

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