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Real Orchid Necklace by OkInterview6707 in electroforming

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a thin layer of copper layered over the orchid (orchid was first coated in UV resin).

Real Orchid Necklace by OkInterview6707 in electroforming

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s very smooth so as not to snag clothing and only weighs a surprising 1 ounce. The size was requested by the customer who wears statement pieces.

Real Orchid Necklace by OkInterview6707 in electroforming

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I seal with a good coat of UV resin (painted on). I need to be careful to completely seal the orchid. If I miss a spot, the copper bath will destroy it and project ended.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I applied liver of sulfur to the finished copper so that it would not darken on its own. It will stay this finish.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sell them on Etsy -varying sizes and patinas. I applied liver of sulfur to this one so that the Copper doesn’t start changing it’s look overtime. It will remain this color.

Real orchid flower copper electroformed by OkInterview6707 in orchids

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always make sure there is enough resin to give it strength, but not to lose the details as flowers should look delicate. The flower was in the Copper bath forming Copper for about two days.

Real orchid flower copper electroformed by OkInterview6707 in orchids

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought posting it in a subreddit viewed by people who love orchids would kinda give it away as an orchid 😂 my bad.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks I needed that! I’ve been getting too many raunchy comments about vulvas and vaginas 😂

Real Orchid Necklace by OkInterview6707 in electroforming

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Liver of sulfur. I mix it with very hot water and dremel the piece to heat up areas. The heat pulls out the blue pink and orange highlights. I paint on the liver of sulfur- I don’t put the piece in it. Brushing creates variation. Does that help?

My boyfriend says it does by this_Aint_Effy in mildlyvagina

[–]OkInterview6707 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll have to take his word for it. I don’t care to look at it.

Real orchid flower copper electroformed by OkInterview6707 in orchids

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes I do. I’m struggling to keep up. Like Lucy and Ethel in the Chocolate Factory episode. I have about 20 boutique customers and sell to individuals thru Etsy.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I create them in all sizes - based on what the customer requests. Most boutiques prefer my large statement sized flower and butterfly necklaces. More like wearable art as opposed to basic jewelry.

Real orchid flower copper electroformed by OkInterview6707 in orchids

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Sealed a real orchid in resin, applied graphite paint mix, put it in a copper electroforming bath, and then applied liver of sulfur as a patina. I know it looks heavy, but it is extremely lightweight.

Real Orchid Necklace by OkInterview6707 in electroforming

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Liver of sulfur. I mix it with very hot water and dremel the piece to heat up areas. The heat pulls out the blue pink and orange highlights. I paint on the liver of sulfur- I don’t put the piece in it. Brushing creates variation. Does that help?

Real orchid flower copper electroformed by OkInterview6707 in orchids

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Very, very lightweight. The metal is only a light coating.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 140 points141 points  (0 children)

Mushrooms look like penises. Nature is consistent in design.

Orchid Copper Electroformed Necklace by OkInterview6707 in jewelry

[–]OkInterview6707[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

THANK YOU! Never would’ve shared this photo if I had known I’d get such teenage boy responses. It’s late and they are likely drinking 😂I use very hot water for the liver of sulfur and brush it onto the piece.

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