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Hiding Imperfections With Added Texture

A tip from @rsalley for salvaging a piece with a mark or solder recession by adding texture or a pattern over it.

Posted about 7 years ago • 2,136 likes • 79 comments

Here is a tip for when you end up with an accidental mark, solder recession or other imperfection on a piece from @rsalley - He simply adds texture or a pattern! I think this is so helpful, especially for all our beginners out there! If you can salvage a piece by using this method, it’s a win! Thanks for letting us share! #metalsmithsociety #makingjewelry

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