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Electroforming 3D Printed Arrowheads with Copper to Make Fantastic Jewelry

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  Welcome to this comprehensive guide on crafting arrowhead jewelry using 3D printing and electroforming techniques. In this tutorial, I'll take you through each step of the process, from designing intricate arrowhead shapes in Blender to adding the finishing touches with stunning patina effects. But here's the exciting part – the arrowhead designs featured in this tutorial are not only the result of meticulous design work in Blender, but they're also available for you to use! These designs, meticulously crafted, are accessible to anyone who wants to create their own unique jewelry pieces. You can find them in my shops to the STL files for these designs which can be printed right away. So, without further ado, let's create these beautiful and unique pieces that are sure to impress and unleash your creative potential!   Check my eBook Shop: https://beacons.ai/cuforming CHECK MY ETSY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/cuforming Materials: Resin 3D printer https://am

A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Solid Liver of Sulfur

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  Mastering the Art of Metal Patinas: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Solid Liver of Sulfur Metalwork enthusiasts, gather around! Today, we're diving into the captivating realm of solid liver of sulfur, the secret sauce behind those stunning and enduring patinas that elevate your creations. Buckle up as we take you through a step-by-step journey on how to create your own solid liver of sulfur – a game-changer in the world of metal crafting. Ingredients and Tools: Before we embark on this adventure, let's gather the essentials: Electric stove https://amzn.to/47QxDdJ | https://ebay.to/497yJ5D Small beaker https://amzn.to/3UjL9n3 | https://ebay.to/48OK1vW Distilled water (40 ml) https://amzn.to/3Uel4W9 | https://ebay.to/3SxdsNt Sodium hydroxide (40 grams) https://amzn.to/3Hyj1Vx | https://ebay.to/3HwfwyL Sulfur (16 grams) https://amzn.to/48Hp0TQ | https://ebay.to/3ugYodg Glass stirring rod https://amzn.to/3OfRCLM | https://ebay.to/42idCKq Silicon mold https://amzn.to/3SulM

How to Set Up Your Power Supply and Calculate the right Current for Electroforming

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How to Set Up Your Power Supply and Calculate the right Current for Electroforming  Hey there, fellow electroformers! Today, we're diving into the electrifying world of current. If you've ever wondered how to get that perfect copper coating on your jewelry, you're in for a treat. I'm about to spill the beans on how to master the current. Grab yourself an adjustable power supply, mistakenly called rectifier, to give the current needed for your objects to get coated and let's get started.    Supplies you may need: Adjustable Power Supply:   https://amzn.to/49kZy7m | https://ebay.to/47ipVJu Transparent paper: https://amzn.to/3QmHykk | https://ebay.to/3FHtlcX   Measuring the Objects: Two Ways to Rule Them All Creating stunning copper art pieces through electroforming, starts with measuring your objects. Before you dive them into the electroforming tank, you need to understand the relationship between the object's surface and the current. This is what ensure