Here is a sweet fairy ring. I am sure you might look at it and think it was my original idea to make a ring featuring this great artwork from the Crafter's Companion. The fairy image is embedded in a layer of Jewelry Resin. It domed very nicely if I do say so myself.
This ring is actually a repair challenge. Some time ago I filled this bezel ring with resin clay. Resin clay cures rock hard. It was my intention to add crystals to the clay...but I was unable to complete the task and the clay cured unadorned. Did I mention it is now solid?
My first step to save the ring was to apply some tissue paper to the surface.
I covered the tissue paper with a thin glaze of Jewelry Resin and let it cure.
Then, the secret layer.
My fairy is a rub-on. So I rubbed it onto the surface and then carefully applied my final doming layer of Jewelry resin.
I think it turned out super! Consider trying this technique with rings or pendants you may not like anymore!
A great fix. She is beautiful!
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ReplyDeleteDid you glue and/or seal the tissue paper to the ring first before applying the resin on top? Very cute ring!
Thanks!
That is a good question. Tissue paper is so thin that the glue seeps through it. I "patted" lots of glue(mod podge) on top of the tissue once I had glued it in place, so yes, I sealed it, but with only one application.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteThat came out great, if you hadn't shared, we would think it was on purpose. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great save. Where do you get the rub ons? You come up with some great stuff!
ReplyDeleteGreat save! Turned out awesome Carmie!
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