Retired - Anisos Brooch

PROJECT C8003
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
Light and shadow intermingle in this earthy dragonfly pin, resulting from the shimmer of JudiKins Glitter Roxs glass shards embedded in Artist's Concrete. The result is Anisos, which is the Greek word meaning 'uneven.'
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

In addition to the materials listed below, you will also need a toothpick, paper towels, and tap water.
  1. Please watch our videos: How to Make Concrete Jewelry and How to Add Color Pigments to Concrete for Jewelry. Based on the instructions in these videos, mix your tablespoon of concrete and use a popsicle stick to add approximately 1/4 teaspoon of green pigment to the concrete.
  2. Using a toothpick, drip concrete into your circular pendant bezel until it reaches the edge. Carefully sprinkle the desired amount of JudiKins glass shards onto the concrete. Be careful not to over-fill the bezel, and tap down gently onto the shards with your toothpick to make sure each shard is embedded enough to be captured by the concrete. Let the concrete cure fully before moving it.
  3. Next, watch our video: How to Use Vintaj Patinas. Using what you have learned in the video, take a paint brush and apply the emerald green patina to the entire surface of the dragonfly pendant. Quickly wipe off some of the patina with the paper towel. Clean the paint brush.
  4. Take the Vintaj relief block and buff the top of the dragonfly to reveal the detail on the pendant.
  5. Once your cement and patina have both dried, open a 5mm jump ring and slide it onto the top loop of your dragonfly pendant, then slide it onto the loop of your cement poured pendant. Close the jump ring.
  6. To attach the pin, use a toothpick to dab E6000 onto the flat part of the pin back and center it horizontally across the back of your pendant bezel. Let dry completely before wearing. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • XTL-1199 - JudiKins Glitter Roxs, Shard Glass, 14 Gram Container, Turquoise
    Project uses 1 teaspoon. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-01184 - Create Recklessly, Pigment for Artist's Concrete, 1 Ounce, Green
    Project uses 0.25 teaspoon. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-01180 - Create Recklessly, Artist's Concrete for Mixed Media, 8 Ounce Jar
    Project uses 1 tablespoon. You will need 1 package.

  • PND-10043 - Antiqued Silver Plated Round Checker Piece Bezel Pendant Stamping 18mm /4
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • PND-1700 - Antiqued Silver Plated Large Dragonfly Pendant 41.5x50mm (1 Piece)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-9083 - Vintaj Patina Opaque Permanent Ink - Emerald Green - 0.5 Ounce Bottle
    Project uses 0.25 teaspoon. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5294 - Gun Metal Plated Open Jump Rings 4.5mm 21 Gauge (100)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-2222 - Vintaj Metal Relief Block For Filing, Buffing & Sanding
  • XTL-880 - ICE Resin, Angled Brushes for ICED Enamels & Paper Sealant, 6 Pack
Additional Information
Theme Spring, Pets/Animals
Ingredients XTL-1199, XTL-01180, FJR-5294, XTL-1054,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
JudiKins Glitter Roxs, Shard Glass, Turquoise (14 Gram Container)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Jar.
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-1199
Create Recklessly, Artist's Concrete for Mixed Media, 8 Ounce Jar
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8 Ounce Jar.
$21.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-01180
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FJR-5294
E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$2.19 / Package | SKU: XTL-1054
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.49 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
Vintaj Metal Relief Block For Filing, Buffing & Sanding

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