Joanne ConantYes, I fabricated each ring to fit the enamel. I also made a simple stop so that the piece could stay open or it could be closed. The solder is 63/37 and 60/40 bought from the hardware store. It's low firing. I make my own flux since I haven't been able... moreYes, I fabricated each ring to fit the enamel. I also made a simple stop so that the piece could stay open or it could be closed. The solder is 63/37 and 60/40 bought from the hardware store. It's low firing. I make my own flux since I haven't been able to find any recently that works well.
January 13, 2010
Debbie Parent
Did you form the rim? What do you solder it with? Thanks!
January 12, 2010
Joanne Conant
Hi Debbie,
The rim is made of pewter. Pewter is very easy to work with and I use it a lot with my enamels. You can solder right next to the enamel without hurting it.
January 12, 2010
Debbie Parent
Joanne, this is beautiful. How did you make your rim??
The rim is made of pewter. Pewter is very easy to work with and I use it a lot with my enamels. You can solder right next to the enamel without hurting it.