The Vintaj line carries a variety of beautiful metal components. The copper, pewter, and black art deco pieces are all pretty, but my favorite is their original natural brass pieces. It has a vintage look to it with its rich caramel brown color. These filigree brass pieces are flexible enough to wrap around other jewelry findings, small photos, beads, crystals, and sea glass. You can even bend it to form a decorative "cage" for encasing a bead or crystal. NOTE: You do have to take care when bending these pieces. As with any metal, once a sharp crease is made, it's vulnerable to breaking at that particular place. Just take the time to make slow, curving bends with it.
The color can be enhanced by using metal patina and then buffing the raised (relief) areas with the metal relief block for added luster.
For anyone unfamiliar with the Vintaj product line, it's worth a visit to their website to gain some inspiration from their gorgeous photos of finished jewelry...each using many various pieces of the Vintaj line. Amazon doesn't allow other websites to be posted, but it's easy to find by googling "Vintaj." There are also a number of YouTube videos on different techniques.
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