Heat Patina my Heart

PUFFED HEART PENDANT EXPERIMENT

 I made this copper heart pendant which involves several techniques.  I originally put a stamp along the edges but it seemed to disappear during puffing the heart.


The beautiful colors were achieved using a Smith Torch.

I put a vintage chain on it but I feel it really takes away from the piece so I will look for something else and post more pics once I change it.

I'll revisit this at a later date.



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