Friday, February 14, 2014

Rust, Patina, and Keeping Busy

I have so much to keep me busy this winter.  My stash of metal goes on, and, on.



That includes keys.  I have hundreds of them.




The past few days, I've been experimenting a bit with finishes. I used a variety of mediums on them, to get the look you see here. 




I like the results.  Rust, patina, and, variations of color.




While I played with keys, I decided to make some of my mini crowns.  




Cutting, and, manipulating salvaged metal is one of my favorite things to do.




Of course, I love to make them look like excavated relics too.




Things are about to get really busy around here.  I'll be doing a pop-up market next month, and, other shows throughout the year.

I have other announcements as well.  I'll share with you soon, as details unfold.

See ya.


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20 comments:

  1. You are teasing us with your announcement, Rosemary:) I can't wait to hear your news! Love all of the wonderful patina you've added to the keys and crowns!

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  2. I should be busier than I am! LOL! Cannot seem to get motivated, my friend.
    I am always amazed at your stamina as well as your creativity!

    xo

    Andie

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  3. What patina ...
    Now I am curious about the announcements. :)
    Stay warm and safe.
    Hugs, Gee

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  4. I adore your metal crowns Rosemary!!! I can't wait to hear the announcement.

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  5. I love the patina you create! Of course, your mini crowns almost make me weep! LOL

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  6. As always, your crowns look great, Rosemary! : ) Look at all those keys. You know, I'm sure I have keys just laying around in drawers that who knows what they go to now. I should round them all up and put them in my craft room to use on projects.

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  7. Your keys look great--and I always love your crowns. Can't wait to hear your new announcements :)

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  8. YOu do a beautiful job on your crowns, Rosemary. Those keys look wonderful with your "treatment"...like old ones that had been unearthed from the cellar of an old house somewhere- xo Diana

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  9. Keys intrigue me and your finishes make them all the better. I adore your "excavated" crowns. I await your exciting announcement...

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  10. As always, I love your crowns. Your keys are so pretty. I tried the vinegar solution on my pile of keys and it did not bring up the patina that you have accomplished so well. Yours are truly beautiful.

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  11. I've been admiring your finishes for ages. I'm considering taking the Farragoz course. Did you learn the rust & patina through them as well?

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  12. Rosemary,
    The tease is so worth the wait. Your creativity is boundless. I so enjoy visits to see what you are currently working on.
    happy Valentines day,
    Vera

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  13. Love those little crowns Rosemary! I can't wait to hear what you're coming up with next:)

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  14. I just love those mini crowns. So darn adorable! And thanks to you, I've now saved two cans to use the glue/paint method you blogged about a few days ago. I can't wait!

    Jeanine

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  15. Beautiful keys! The finishes turned out really unique! I don't know what it is about old keys, but I love them. I think it's the mystery of where they came from, what door they opened. Hope all your plans are going well - can't wait to hear all you've been up to! Hugs, Leena

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  16. I always love keys and crowns, and yours do not disappoint!
    Susan

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  17. Good Morning Rosemary,
    Love love your crowns. Just beautiful. I am excited for you to do a pop up market. Is it in our area? I cannot wait to hear of your news.
    Kris

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  18. The finishing on your keys are beautiful. Any how to info to come?

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  19. I sent you a message a minute ago but not sure if I was a No-Reply acct. If I was...it's fixed now! ;-)
    -Kendra from designsbykendra.blogspot.com

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