{"id":14897,"date":"2012-01-05T03:16:01","date_gmt":"2012-01-05T11:16:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/?p=14897"},"modified":"2015-07-28T19:02:02","modified_gmt":"2015-07-29T02:02:02","slug":"liver-of-sulfur-metal-patina-polymer-clay-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/liver-of-sulfur-metal-patina-polymer-clay-tutorial\/14897\/","title":{"rendered":"Liver Of Sulfur Metal Patina | Polymer Clay Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"LiverVideo #237:<\/span> “I’d love to see some tips on how to patina different types of wire and metal.” ~Michelle-A<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Although I don’t usually start out a new Volume Series with a tutorial that is not specifically about polymer clay, today’s lesson does tie in nicely with the last video from Vol-043-4: Fancy Rose Earwires<\/a>. For the sample jewelry pieces in that tute, I used Liver of Sulfur to create an old-fashioned Patina finish on the metal earring wires.<\/span><\/p>\n

Plus…<\/em> I’ve received some recent requests asking for more information about how to use Liver of Sulfur for tarnishing metal in various types of jewelry making projects.<\/span><\/p>\n

This may not be a question you are used to… but I want to use liver of sulfur for my chains and I have no clue what the best is to buy. I did find one for $10 dollars, and I would not use much of it. Can you answer this one? Hugs.<\/span> ~Susan-P<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

There are a few ways to give metals such as copper, brass, bronze and silver an antique patina. One way, is to use Liver of Sulfur which is a naturally formed chemical that gives deep rich shades of patina ranging from golden yellow, red, bronze and gunmetal gray through a process of oxidation.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is an easy and quick way to darken and give depth to wire and metal findings; to accentuate texture; or to give the piece a vintage feel. After antiquing a metal item, it can then be polished to bring back the original shine on the high spots, while leaving a beautiful patina in the crevices. This creates contrast and interest with stunning effects.<\/span><\/p>\n

A liver of Sulfur treatment on the intricate wire work of the Fancy Rose Earwires<\/a>, helps to accentuate the details of the rose petals and make them more visible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Even though Liver of Sulfur is quite simple to use, there are definitely some tips, tricks and safety issues to learn, before using this chemical patination process.\u00a0 That’s what I’ll be discussing tomorrow (Friday, January 6, 2012) in the Vol-044-1 members video at the Polymer Clay Tutor Library<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Please Note:<\/strong><\/span> A general prerequisite for all of my weekly tutorials is that you have a good understanding of the polymer clay basics, including: conditioning clay, using a pasta machine, clay blade and other simple tools, making Skinner Blends or Teardrop Blends, baking clay, as well as sanding and finishing. If you need help in these areas, my Polymer Clay Beginners Course<\/a> will get you up to speed quickly. There is also plenty of free information on this blog. Use the search box at the top of the page to find articles on specific topics.<\/span><\/p>\n

Supplies & Tools: Video-044-1 Liver of Sulfur:<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n