[Jewelry making - Article 00032] - Re: [Orchid] Curved enamels

[David Popham]

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Sheridan,

    Question; are you enamelling the backside of your piece first and
    then noticing the arching? That is to be expected. An article
    written by W. Carpenter in "Glass on Metal" explains why this occurs
    and why it is necessary for this to occur. I don't have an index to
    help you locate the appropriate article. 

    One possible suggestion is that work around your problem by
    designing so that it does not arch. For example, one could fold down
    the edges. However, spalling may then occur. 

    I'm sure others will have a more adequate solution. 

David
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