Local hardware stores are great sources of copper. Copper tubing used in plumbing is arguably the most useful for jewelry making. I have covered some tutorials before (see links below) but this one from Resin Obsession is an excellent idea. The DIY shows how to make copper tubing frames for a resin pendant.
You do need a tubing cutter which is very easy to use. If you have a handyman at home, you might already have one you can borrow!
So once cut and sanded the deep rings are placed one inside the other on a sticky tape surface. The instructor used masking tape but you can also use adhesive shelf liners, packing tape and so on. It is then a matter of making up the 2 part epoxy resin, coloring it and pouring into the space.
Did you know bacteria doesn't grow on copper? Check out this past post : Copper is Not Just for Jewelry.
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Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips
I really like this idea as there are so many different sizes of copper tubing available. That and the fact that by adding the colour I'm hoping I won't have to worry too much about my yellowed resin.....
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