[Jewelry making - Article 00158] - Re: [Orchid] First steps in torch fire enamels

[Janet Alix]

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Helen,

    If you can avoid solder altogether you will usually be much better
    off. If you are using opaques you could lay down a layer of any
    color, fire it, and then lay out your wire design on that. Your next
    firing should get your wires stuck into your first layer of enamel,
    and then you pack your colors into the cloissons and fire them.
    Sounds simple, doesn't it? Ah but there are so many things that can
    go wrong. I know several of the posts recommended books and videos
    to check out before embarking on this project and I repeat that
    advice. 

Janet
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