Recently, I upgraded my butane torch options to include the Blazer Big Shot and the Blazer Spitfire. Both are hotter than my chef’s torch. I blogged a little bit about the Blazer recently: https://mieloabelo.com/rediscovering-metal-work-part-1/ Since, I have been experimenting with both torches and also ways to seal the finished projects.In the past, I have used ArtDeco… Continue reading How to Seal Flame Colored Copper
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Shop Listings – Another Struggle
Recently, I blogged about my photography struggle: https://mieloabelo.com/photos-a-struggle-for-online-shops/, and today, writing shop listings. My very first foray into online selling was CraftFairUSA. Does anyone remember that? It was started during the Covid days after many in-person vendor markets had been canceled, and people were avoiding crowds and close contact. The organizers sought an alternative for… Continue reading Shop Listings – Another Struggle
Beads Galore! Is It My Birthday?
Well, no, but it is someone’s birthday somewhere, and I’ll use any excuse to go bead shopping. When I first got into jewelry making, I discovered a somewhat local bead shop called Intrinsic Trading. It was small, but packed full of gemstones and findings, and I realized right then and there that the best part… Continue reading Beads Galore! Is It My Birthday?