Phoebe
Named for Saturn's ice moon
Thanks to my sculptor daughter, I have recently been introduced to a new silicone product made specifically for the entertainment and advertising industries, which simulates the look of jagged broken glass. If fractured enough, it can also be made to look like ice crystals. The best part is that it is moldable and soft enough to be completely safe. And you can even sew through it if you're careful and so inclined!
Here are three pieces that I've made, exploring the different possibilities of this marvelous new stuff. It's called Rubber Glass, and the only place that I'm aware it is available is through Smooth-On.com, who has some local distributors throughout the country. I know there is a lot more left to be done with it!
Detail of Phoebe
Step by step instructions available in chapter four of Every Bead Has a Story
Brass wire molded into slab of "glass" - tutorial link above
Jagged Glass pendant
A lovely cabochon of "broken glass" with no sharp edges
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Comments
Secondly dear, your e-book is starting out wonderfully. Your photos and instructions are very clear and including your gallery is a wonderful touch!
Looking forward to more great inspiration from you! :) Have a terrific day!
Dawn
Re rubber glass...it should not dry out or change colors. It's silicone, not resin, and the "shelf life" of silicone is pretty impressive. All the specs can be found on the Smooth On website.
I truly wish you were my neighbor...I brew Hazel Nut coffee, I would make scones, Chicken Salad for lunch.....
Paul, you have to be gentle with it, but it doesn't crumble uncontrollably. You have to give it a good bend before it fractures. The big necklace? The pieces are *sewn* on! No crumbling.
I like what you have made with this material!
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Sandi
I am absolutely certain, your piece will be selected fot publication.
Please let us know the details when you can. How could they decline something so beautiful,unique and new?
Cyndi, this stuff is crazy cool..
Maybe if you use liquid polymer clay you could get the PC to embed.