After taking the Intermediate Soldering Class
with Heather, I finally decided it was time
to plug in the iron and do a little practicing myself.
After all, doesn't "practice make perfect"?
To be honest, I was a little nervous. On Saturday,
I witnessed two classmates literately BURN their artwork!
I didn't even know that was possible.
So, what do you think?
I keep reminding myself of the 2 things Heather says in class:
1.) Don't over work it!
2.) It's HANDMADE, not made in China! :)
I would love to hear from you! (experienced or not)
...esp. if you have any helpful tips you might like to share.
xoxo, Joanna
with Heather, I finally decided it was time
to plug in the iron and do a little practicing myself.
After all, doesn't "practice make perfect"?
To be honest, I was a little nervous. On Saturday,
I witnessed two classmates literately BURN their artwork!
I didn't even know that was possible.
So, what do you think?
I keep reminding myself of the 2 things Heather says in class:
1.) Don't over work it!
2.) It's HANDMADE, not made in China! :)
I would love to hear from you! (experienced or not)
...esp. if you have any helpful tips you might like to share.
xoxo, Joanna
I think it's BEAUtiful! :) I'm looking forward to seeing more.
Posted by: Alexandra | September 23, 2008 at 07:44 AM
Ohmy! Lovely! Intriguing. Be proud.
Makes me wish I soldered. I can barely spell it. Sigh. I would like to live where I can take classes. I will someday soon!
Posted by: CurtissAnn | September 23, 2008 at 08:57 AM
I don't solder - yet. It's one of the things to learn on my "to do" list. I like Heather's philosophy VERY much and will remember that.
Your work is lovely -- and practice not only makes "perfect", practice allows you to feel comfortable with the materials and gain the confidence -- to not burn the art work!! ;)
Posted by: sherry | September 23, 2008 at 09:02 AM
You should do a tutorial I would love to learn how to do this!!
Diane
Posted by: Diane ( Crafty Passions) | September 23, 2008 at 10:39 AM
Speaking as one who burned her ART... YES YOU CAN! Your practice piece looks GREAT! I went to buy a reostat so I can control my temp on my iron & practice at home too. Looking forward to the next class aren't you? Did you practice on any bubble charms? LOVE YOUR BLOG Added it to my list to watch.
Posted by: Charlene | September 23, 2008 at 12:45 PM
You know more than I do now! :)
Posted by: Alisa | September 23, 2008 at 02:05 PM
It's lovely just as it is. I prefer handmade rustic items over the polished perfect machine made stuff! You go, girl!
Posted by: Nola of Alamo North | September 23, 2008 at 02:36 PM
I love it! I really want to learn how to make things like this!
Posted by: Kim V | September 23, 2008 at 06:04 PM
I am impressed-it is beautiful and I confess I am scared of anything where there is potential to burn myself. I can't wait to see what other wonderful things you will show us.
Posted by: Susan M Hickam | September 23, 2008 at 07:02 PM
oh fun! They look great!
Posted by: Sarah Keith | September 23, 2008 at 10:42 PM
How pretty! I love how polished you got it! I need to work on that area! Do you have a special polish compound? I think, by George, You Can Solder! Lovely! Just think of all the charms you can make...before long you'll be making tiaras like in Sally Jean's book!
*Heidi*
Posted by: Heidi Woodruff | September 23, 2008 at 10:51 PM
That is one thing I've never learned. But yours is beautiful! You should be very proud of yourself!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | September 24, 2008 at 01:29 PM
oh pure beauty! I think it is PERFECT! I soooo want to learn this! I can't find a class anywhere near me!
Posted by: thrifty_misspriss | September 24, 2008 at 10:07 PM
I think your soldering looks great..however, I'm not a critic either..:0) I think what one creates from the heart is always perfection, ya know?! And I also LOVE that it's about the "queen".. :0)
Stephanie
Queen of Dreamsz
Posted by: Queen of Dreamsz | September 27, 2008 at 11:22 PM