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Plique a Jour Enamel
Added January 30, 2019
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  • Joanne Conant Yes, 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...  more
  • Debbie Parent Did you form the rim? What do you solder it with? Thanks!
  • 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.
  • Debbie Parent Joanne, this is beautiful. How did you make your rim??