Project #4, completed

     The design for project number 4 has grown on me and I really like it. Although the pieces finished for the project need some more work to look their best, it seems like this is a design I would want to continue to work with.
     The production of these was quite time consuming, and the use of an RT die would reduce time spent quite a bit. The process went as follows:
         -Designs were transferred onto the metal with PNP paper and then etched.
         -All of the parts were sawed out, this included a base shape for each piece and 3 petal like shapes to be riveted on as well.
         -All parts were filed and sanded.
         -Tubing to hold pin material was soldered onto the backs.
         -Catches were riveted onto the backs.
         -The three "petals" were riveted onto the pin.
         -6 elements on each pin were curled up with round nose pliers.
         -Music wire was added to the catches and filed down at the ends to make the pin backs.
      

Project #4 Final Design

     After a lot of fumbling around and uncertainty, my design for project number 4 is finally finalized. The overall design is suitable for a pendant or a brooch, while components of the large design will be suitable for earrings. The materials I plan on doing the pieces in are brass and copper for the brooches, and sterling silver for the earrings and pendants.
     Etching will be done on the surface to add texture to the piece and both top and bottom components will be curved to give the jewelry some depth. A prototype has been made and now it's time to get to work on the rest of the production.