Tin has become increasingly popular and recently I have discovered artists that are making their own!
Faux tin cicada charms featuring original drawings by Heather Powers. Heather has workshops where she teaches this craft. I've been lucky to attend some and it's a fascinating process. It can be quite a labor intensive with all the cutting and filing but with the help of Jess, her husband, they make the most beautifully finished pieces which are smooth like butter.
Teal lampwork glass with 24k gold leaf and very old ornate vintage chain dangling from the bottom. Oh, this chain - can we all just pause and appreciate this for a moment - ahh. I've never been able to get my hands on more, but I'm always searching!
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Charms made from salvaged tin embellished with vintage decals by Marina Rios. Marina has a completely different approach which is partially done over a flame! She has a wonderful tutorial you can purchase in her Etsy shop. I've attached a link to name above.
I paired these lovely woodland charms with some roughed up connectors and added small touches of gold leafing to bring out the detail. I added some long chain with crystals attached at the bottom for some weight, movement, and sparkle.
Oh, and I almost forgot to show you the backs! Butterflies! Beautiful on both sides!
So that's me for today. I'll be back in two weeks with another pair of tin charms and perhaps some enamel :D Try to contain yourselves...Hahaha!
Loralee xo
