It Worked!

After talking with Hadar about my sintering issues with the copper and bronze, I changed a few things around. Okay more than a few things...more like everything! I bought a smaller firing pan and larger kiln posts to help with heat flow, and replaced my carbon with a different brand. I followed her firing schedule again and this time it worked. I have finally fired my own pieces!


Here are my little test 'strips' of copper from the firing:


And here are some of the pieces from Hadar's class; which she fired for me:

These are bronze with a copper inlay. The earrings are movable!


My Pictish Crescent, also a bronze with copper inlay:



My hollow bronze bead with copper leaves. It makes me think of a tree stump:


If you want to see more detailed pictures of the pieces, you can check out this link here to view my Flickr gallery. I'll be turning these into earrings and necklaces once my wire and chain order comes in on Tuesday. I'll try to post a picture or two of the finished results when I get the materials in.

Have A Great Day!

A few days ago while I had been drying a few pieces on my hot plate, I looked over to see this funny image:


It was completely unintentional, and I just had to get a picture of it. So here's to hoping you have a smile-worthy day!!