Torch Enameling






Torch Enameling
Enameling on copper is a hot technique! Steven James shares his expert methods so now you can add color to metal right at home. Students will learn to use a butane torch to apply enamels to copper blanks as well as a variety of design techniques. This class is a comprehensive introduction to the wonderful world of enameling.
This class has a running time of 44 minutes.
Pre-requisites
Tools
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Triple-refined butane gas
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Screw Down Hole Punch, 1.6mm & 2.3mm holes - $33.32 - you can use a hole punch plier depending on the gauge of your copper
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German Bent Chain Nose Plier With Ergonomic Handle - $32.00 - this pair is great, or an old pair around the house will work
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Paint brushes for cleaning out sifting cups
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Plastic spoon do not reuse for food
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Old toothbrush for cleaning blanks
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Nail file for removing firescale around edges of fired pendant
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Paper punch with a small design like a spiral or star
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Protective sheet metal surface stainless steel or cookie sheet
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Dust mask
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Fire extinguisher
Materials
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Beaducation no longer sells Enameling materials. We recommend trying Thompson Enamels or Enameling.com.
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Copper blanks 24, 22, 20, 18 gauge
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Thompson Opaque Powdered Enamels -Enamels must be compatible and have the same COE (co-efficiency of expansion) so they do not crack or break off the copper base. Enamel must be lead free.
Optional
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Rubber stamps, permanent stamping ink and edging scissors
I have been a fan of Beaducation for several years now and wanted to expand my jewelry making business to include other unusual creations. This video of Torch Enameling by Steven was just the ticket to add something new. As usual, the video is well produced and informative! I ordered the necessary products to complete what I will need to create. Thanks Beaducation!!
03/12/2015
Polly S
I just can't thank you enough for offering all the classes for free...I love all the teachers and all of them are experts!...Steven is so much fun to watch and take his class is a great way to learn and have fun.....Thanks so much again and can't wait to learn new things will all of you....
Aloha!!!!!
Jennifer Trujillo
Aloha!!!!!
Jennifer Trujillo
03/12/2015
I love the classes plus they are FREE!!
This was an AMAZING video. I loved it and learned so much from Steven.
I'm surprised that a video of this quality is Free. Thank you ....Nettie
I'm surprised that a video of this quality is Free. Thank you ....Nettie
03/21/2015
Nettie Rose
Steven's style of teaching was really enjoyable. He covered a number of terrific techniques in addition to describing the basic process of enameling. He stressed the safety aspect well and gave some good tips to use along the way. Great class!
06/16/2015
Jackie
I have watched & "bought" several enameling videos. I must say this is by far the BEST one yet. He describes every step simply, concise & fully with every aspect of the procedure that makes sense & can be accomplished. Some I have watched are just too "technical" & do not make sense. I LOVED IT!! Thanks, for providing all of the videos. Your website & instructors are AMAZING!!
10/30/2015
Janice
Excellent enameling video... especially great is that it was a FREE video! He really hit on all aspects and was very concise and gave great ideas to try. Three thumbs up! Thank you very much! I loved it! I will be back for more classes. Awesome job.
03/11/2016
Vicki E's Designs
Fantastic teacher. Clear instructions. Very encouraging. Loved it.
05/19/2016
Debra
Terrific teacher, clear in depth instructions, can't wait to start a project. Thank you!
10/27/2016
Sweetkazi
This is an amazing video! I have never watched a video on enamelling but I already know how to, thanks to steven! Ths website is amazing! You have no idea how many lives you are touching. Thank you beaducation
01/02/2017
Kelly
This is the second time I have watched this class. I love it! I wanted to be sure I did not miss anything. What a wonderful teacher as well. Steven walks through every process with ease and seems to answer my questions along the way. I learned to enamel years ago (not torch) however, I
have forgotten so much.
I still cannot get over the fact these classes are FREE!
I will tell my friends about this site!
Thank you for another great class!
have forgotten so much.
I still cannot get over the fact these classes are FREE!
I will tell my friends about this site!
Thank you for another great class!
06/21/2017
Susan B
I've been looking for ways to add a splash of color to my wire tree scenes...OMG! Does this hit the target!!!
01/18/2019
Brian