Vol-023-3 Affordable Hammered Metal Bezel PcT Tutorial (Intro)
Video #152: “If I had a million guesses I would have never come up with roofing material as the source of this awesome bezel.” ~Elizabeth-S
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** This post is an introduction to one of our paid tutorials.
Coming up with unique, low-cost and cool looking ways to showcase your polymer clay jewelry projects, isn’t always that easy to do… until now that is!
When I asked about adding a tutorial video to the members library about making hammered metal bezels, the response was very positive, as you can see by the feedback listed below. These comments were originally posted here: Ridiculously Awesome Hammered Metal Bezels for Polymer Jewelry.
“Yes, Yes, Yes. Does that count as three votes? Am always looking for ways to make my pieces more unique and you never fail to give me both inspiration and techniques to do just that! And it doesn’t hurt in the least that they are always economical.” ~Deb-N
“I vote yes. I’ve always liked the look of hammered metal.” ~Jill-V
“Yes, yes, yes to the Hammered Metal Bezel tut. If April brings those showers we’ll find sunshine and flowers – with you, Cindy!” ~Joyce-M
“Add another Yes to the list, I am SO glad you’ve added in making the other necessary parts to making jewelry. Thank you so much.” ~Ken-H
“An absolute yes for the hammered metal bezel! I’m anxiously waiting!” ~Kerri-C
“LOL Cindy. You are sooo cute! These bezels are fabulous and of course we want to learn how to do them. You and your creativity are so awesome. We are waiting with baited breath. (what the heck does that really mean anyway?). LOL” ~Laurel-B
“Cindy, I’m for anything you want to teach us. Although I wouldn’t normally be likely to use galvanized steel in my jewelry, the hammering makes it look as if it could be sterling. Even if I decide not to use this technique, as Mary said, one thing sets off a creativity spark for something else.” ~Linda-K
“You know, if I had a million guesses I would have never come up with roofing material as the source of this awesome bezel. Bring it on!!! Can’t wait!” ~Elizabeth-S
“I vote yes…I can’t believe that is galvanized steel flashing from Home Depot… what a fantastic idea!” ~Lupe-M
“A “Yes” for me – I’d love to see your method for creating these beauties! I’ll just add flashing to my ever-growing hardware-store list. I really love the rustic look of these bezels. You sure are inventive!” ~Phaedrakat
“Spectacular! And I think this stuff won’t rust either, so I vote yes!” ~Lisa-W
“Yes please, Cindy. I love the look of hammered metal – always have since I did a silversmithing course at Teachers’ College 40 years ago.” ~Liz-D
“How very cool… yes indeed, I’m investigating steampunk right now and I think that may indeed fit very nicely into my studies!” ~Melinda-H
“Yes Cindy! How did you know that I am venturing into incorporating metals into my jewelry? I just took a private lesson from a jeweler and learned how to use a saw and files and am planning to get this equipment into my workspace as soon as financially possible. I made dangling copper and brass, riveted with silver wire, earrings. My head is bursting with ideas!” ~Maria-C
“Cindy, like everyone else here, I find your innovation and originality astounding. You keep coming up with these fantastic ideas! It’s a gift. So ‘yes’ from me too, please, to the hammered metal (copper or galvanized steel) bezel for April. Thanks,” ~Mary-U
“Yes for me too, it looks good! Might be a good excuse for me to order a chasing hammer, since I’ve been wanting one for a while… ;)” ~Silverleaf
“Absolutely OK with me – I have yet to see a tutorial that doesn’t interest and inform me in some way or another! Thank you so much for being you.” ~Susan-B
“Yes from me too always look forward to your tuts whatever the subject.” ~Carole-H
“I vote YES! You are such a talented artist, and the fact that you are so giving in your teaching makes you even more special. So keep it comin’ Girl, I know I always learn something new from every lesson!!!” ~Tiffany-M
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Cindy, I love this tute - so much potential! Your examples are so cool. Metal adds a little something 'extra' to polymer clay. And taking it further... to make bracelet blanks, is an awesome idea. These bezels are great, since they can be made any size. I can see making little PC charms with them, as well. Thanks Cindy!
Phaedrakat
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I loved the metal bezel tute, especially your 'low-tech', hammer-and-nail resolution for the piercing part. Your consideration of our budgets, whenever that's possible, is very much appreciated.
Mary U
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WOW...love this video. Always looking for new ways to make bracelets. I've purchased bracelet blanks and covered them with clay. You have to round the edges and sand them down, very fun project. Thank you again Cindy and Doug for another great tute.
Peggy B
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what are you pounding on. It looks like a brick covered in foil. But surely that is not what it is. Looks so interesting. Thanks kiddo.
LOL No Patty it is not a brick covered in foil… it is actually just a brick shaped piece of aluminum that my Dad found and gave to me. I did finally upgrade to a new bench block with a nylon side and a polished steel side, that sits in a rubber base to deaden the sound. You can see it in the Clover Flower Earrings Tutorial if you’re interested.