The other day I ran across this formula for creating patina on copper sheets with Miracle-Gro and vinegar and thought it would be worth a try. Hint - it has to be the Miracle-Gro water soluble azalea, camellia and rhododendrons plant food. You can read the directions here from Home Depot. I would use copper sheets from a jewelry supply shop, Ace Hardware or Hobby Lobby - they don't have a coat and you'd like to use thicker .016 copper sheets for most jewelry projects. (Photo credit: Home…

Continuing my experiments with patina on brass without using stuff that comes in a bottle with a skull and crossed bones on the label, here are some more results: The hardboiled eggs gives it a dark,...

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It seems that the natural patina process is a very sought after topic right now – I get questions all the time. It’s really a lot of experimenting, and essentially you need to have fun …

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Have you ever wondered how to age metal? We can get that look at home and the best part is you probably already have all the supplies on hand to do it!

rusty and patina......anything!!! Instructions below. instructions: (these look long, but it is really easy.... just long to write) Needed: vinegar, white or apple cider salt, just regular old salt out of my shaker. For small items. I fill a quart yogurt container half full of vinegar, and sprinkle in some salt. (not measured, but guess 1 tsp.??) dump your keys, clips, hinges, watch parts, locks... any metal you want to 'age'. I leave them over night, just 'cause it is convenient. In…

How to Create Blue Patina on Copper How do you create patina on copper? I am talking about the natural way, without harsh chemicals or fake paints. You may have seen natural patina on

I've been promising a tutorial and I've finally finished it~ This Sapphire Patina is just so beautiful and it's something all of you can try at home with terrific results! Here's the project: Sapphire Starry Night Earrings Tutorial Items you'll need: 2 Brass Rectangle Charms 1.5mm hole punch (if no holes in brass charms) fine steel wool or scotchbrite (outside scrubby of sponge will work) Spray bottle of water Coarse salt Ammonia - household Plastic container with lid 2 small round flat…