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Happy Accident!


Months ago, I took a class at ArtBliss given by Barbara Lewis of Painting with Fire. It involved learning how to make torch-fired enamel beads. I loved it - as you may be able to guess. Barbara did teach us how to fuse items into a flat pendant, but we didn't spend a lot of time on that process, as the day seemed to go so fast! I was making enameled pieces the other night, and due to my own ineptness (remember the big toe burn???) I was able to fuse these two pieces together totally by accident. Now of course, it isn't a usable piece. However, now that I know how to do it, I can see some pieces like this in my future! I can't wait to get more copper cutouts!

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EB Bead and Metal Works, LLC said…
Don't you just love those happy accidents! I hope you have fun with the new fusing!
August 17, 2010 at 5:47 PM
Pearl and Pebble said…
Can't wait to see what you come up with so you need to get right on that!!!:D
August 17, 2010 at 7:16 PM
Silver Parrot said…
I can see a whole "bouquet" of flowers all fused together. It'll be awesome!
August 17, 2010 at 7:49 PM
DVArtist said…
Wow I see a tottaly usable piece here! Glad you made this great discovery.
Nicole/Beadwright
August 17, 2010 at 9:53 PM
SummersStudio said…
Happy accidents are the best. I can see how you might progress with this idea. Burnt toe? I've been away so much, I missed that. But if it is any consolation at all I have a couple of nasties on my face from acid splashes. Don't ask. But I think bottom line is we all need to look after ourselves in the studio. Take care and follow up the happy accident!
August 17, 2010 at 10:23 PM
lunedreams said…
i'm liking the 'bouquet' idea very much (please make one to show!!!) sweet little flowers.
August 18, 2010 at 11:09 PM
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