Many of my pieces begin with a beautifully etched design. Over the years I have found what works best for me and thought I would share my process with you. This video focuses on using Ferric Nitrate to etch your piece once you have applied a resist. Refer to my video at • Beginner Series: Etch... to see just how I do that.
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
sterling silver sheet with resist applied
TOOLS/PRODUCTS USED:
Nitrile Gloves: amzn.to/3addYc3
A way to heat the solution (pot for hot water bath or crock pot)
Container for Ferric Nitrate Solution
Ferric Nitrate (at least 500g bottle)
2 containers for water
Baking Soda
Soft brush (I use a makeup brush)
Chopstick or other item to suspend piece
Timer
Warm Ammonia Solution for cleaning (recipe below)
Ultrasonic Cleaner (optional): amzn.to/3t1Dycq
Jeweler's Soft Brass Brush: amzn.to/3tcA870
Paper Towels
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RESOURCES:
www.amazon.com/
www.riogrande.com
www.sciencecom... (For Ferric Nitrate)
AMMONIA CLEANING SOLUTION RECIPE:
2 cups water
2 tbsp. ammonia
1 tbsp. Dawn original dish washing liquid
Mix all ingredients together and store in a tight container. Best if used warm.
FERRIC NITRATE SOLUTION:
400ml of distilled water
300g of Ferric Nitrate
Always add crystals to water, NEVER the other way around. Best results when used warm.
30 сен 2024