November 25, 200916 yr I read about this in the summer issue Vol 17 #3 of the hammer's Blow and thought they would make nice Christmas gifts. Finished this one this evening. I have 3 more done except the finger ring. I hope to finish them tomorrow evening. John
November 25, 200916 yr Author jrhd, The leaves are cut from 14 gauge steel and shaped in the swage block, The candle cups are made from 3/4" black pipe necked down to a 1/4" x 1/2" long stem to rivet the leaves together. The finger ring is made from 1/8" x 1/2" flat stock and riveted to the leaves with a brass rivet (piece of brazing rod piened over on both ends). John
November 27, 200916 yr Wonderful work ... is it the light or does the finish have a natural copper glow to it?
November 27, 200916 yr Author Tim, After all the hot work is done wire brush the holly leaves shiny then use a propane torch to bring the colors out of the metal. There's a lot of different colors. This view may show it better John
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.