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Sue Burton 6/06

Vera Latimer 8/05

Becky Wilson 4/05
Every Leaf Speaks Bliss to Me
Nickel, Copper, Leather, Brass, Found Objects
Becky made this in one of my
5-day Metalsmithing Intensives

Becky Wilson
Back of book above

Christine Cox 4/05
Argyle Switch Plate
Copper Switch Plate

Christine Cox 1/07

Christine Cox 3/05
Good for the Soul
Copper, brass, Clock works

This etched copper looks great layered onto a plain, oxidized piece of copper (find our Oxidizing Solution here). This piece was destined to be a link on a bracelet.

Christine Cox 3/05
Vines and Berries
6" X 4" Copper, Clock Movement, Brass Hands

Detail of etching

Christine Cox 3/05
Rose Clock
Nickel Silver, Prismacolor Pencils, Clock Movement, Brass Hands

The 2 clocks above were fast and easy to make. I sanded the metal with 400 grit Polishing Papers, stamped the image with StazOn Ink and then etched the metal for 2 hours (in our aerated Etching Tank). When it was finished I easily bent the clock in our 18" Bending Brake, drilled (with a drill press) the hole for the clock and installed the Movement. The finished clocks are 4" X 4"

Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

Vicky Pasternak 2/05

Pam Rowe 2/05

Jen Booher

Patricia Dusman 2/05

Nancy Whitney
The Erté Dancer image is now available as a rubberstamp from Above the Mark

Christine Cox 9/04
Pinocchio
Copper, Vinyl, Leather, Extra Long Eyelets
Made using Books in Sheets
Learn how to make this book!

Pam Landell 7/04
Door Knob Back Plate
Pam made this in my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book. It's made from 20-gauge copper.

Bambi Stalder 7/04
Alphabet Book
Made from 22-gauge nickel

Suzanne Stalder-Mansur 7/04
Etched Vines Book
Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book. It's made from 22-gauge nickel.

Suzanne Stalder-Mansur 7/04
Etched Vines Book 2
Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book. It's made from 22-gauge nickel.

Pam Landell 8/03
Made from Limited Edition Volcano Arts Kit

Christine Cox 7/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit
Sold

Christine Cox 3/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit
Distressed Silver Diamonds
(featured on the cover of the SFCB Winter '04 schedule)

Christine Cox 3/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit

Peggy Gack 5/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit
(warning: tasteful nude)

Yancey Gillies 6/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit

Christine Cox 10/02
Metal Journal Kit
(Warning: tasteful nude)
Sold

Kim Nickens 08/02
Metal Journal Kit
Front

Kim Nickens 08/02
Metal Journal Kit
Back

Spine

Christine Cox 10/02
Special Edition 'A Christmas Carol' Metal Book Kit
In the collection of Venita Hawkins-Bird

Christine Cox 10/02
Landscape Format Metal Journal Kit, onyx, jasper
Sold

Sally Hill 7/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit

Christine Cox 2/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit, turquoise, amethyst
Sold

Christine Cox 2004
Etched Wine Bottle Decoration
Copper Sheet, Copper Chain
Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

This great organic etched pattern was very simply achieved with webbing spray (available at Michaels and most stamp stores)

Christine Cox 8/04
Bookmark
Brass Sheet

Christine Cox 8/04
Has the Snow Melted?
Adapted from our Petite Metal Journal Kit
Swapped away in Blank Book Swap
Find out how to achieve the color on this brooch in our new booklet Coloring Base Metals: A Practical Guide by Christine Cox.

Christine Cox 8/04
Scrollwork
Adapted from our Petite Metal Journal Kit

Jan Ruby 8/04
Jan made this book in an independent study course with Christine Cox

Suzanne Stalder-Mansur 7/04
Etched Angel Book
Suzanne made this is my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

Janet Meyers 7/04
Janet made this in my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book. It's made from 22-gauge nickel, brass and copper.

Kim Young 6/04
Honeymoon Journal
Kim made this in my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

Artist: Suzanne Holthaus 5/04
Sunfish Broach
22 gauge Nickel Sheet and copper wire
Suzanne made this piece in my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

Artist: Suzanne Holthaus 5/04
Copper Broach - Suzanne made this piece in my Art Parts: Etched and Fabricated Metal class. 20 gauge Copper Sheet and copper wire
Note: The garters swing when the wearer moves. Learn to etch from our Metal Etching How-To and Idea Book.

Diana Goldstein 01/04
Petite Metal Journal Kit
Class at San Francisco Center for the Book

Jean McCormick 01/04
Petite Metal Journal Kit
Class at San Francisco Center for the Book

Christine Cox 12/03
Special Edition 'A Christmas Carol' Metal Book Kit
In the collection of Glenny Densem-Moir

Christine Cox 7/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit
Volcano (4" X 3")
In the collection of Susie Reece
Find out how to achieve the color on this book cover in our new booklet Coloring Base Metals: A Practical Guide by Christine Cox.

Peggy Gack 5/03
Petite Metal Journal Kit

Christine Cox 7/03
Metal Journal Kit
Sold

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New in The Muse
* Gallery of Christine's newest projects
* Bookbinding Crossword Puzzle
* Photos for your desktop
* A Curious Artist's Timeline
* Enamels: Love at First Sight
By Christine Cox
* Brooch or Necklace Watch
By Christine Cox
* An Interview with: Christine Cox
By Kathy Wasilewski of ISABA
* Wooden Book with PMC and Glass Inlay
By Christine Cox 6/07
* 1Q 2007 Blank Book Swap
* Textures and Patinas Book
By Lorna Lawson
* Video: How to Cut Glass
* How to Make a Mountain Book by Sally Monahan
* 15th Century Binding

Idea Center
* Methylcel Tips and Uses
* Soldering Tips, Techniques and FAQ
* 2" X 3" Glass Bevel Book
* Austrian War Ribbon by Gary Merlie
* Leather and Sterling Silver Book
* Miniature Enamel Book
* Freeform Peyote Watches
* Class Swap Photos
* Wood Book with Caterpillar
* How to Clean and Maintain Soldering Iron Tips
* Correct Blade Installation in a Saw Frame

Classes
* Photos from Book Technic 1 Class
* Photos from Torch Technic Class
* Photos from Round Boxes Class
* New Classes up for 2008!
* Photos from Treasure Bindings Class
* Photos from Bracelet Technic Class
* Photos from Art Parts Intensive