Inspiration can come from the unlikeliest place. How about the result of cleaning out your garage? Absolutely! Some time ago I picked up this hunk of metal from a recycler. I don't even know why or when I bought it but it sure made a great silhouette die for the hydraulic press!
Hunka, hunka metal!
24-gauge copper over the silhouette die produced a great form, but I see this as only "the beginning" with this die. Liquid enamel painted on the front and back with 2300 Opalescent Green sifted on top produced the "canvas." A few strokes through the liquid enamel with the end of a mandrel produced some graceful forms. These particular pattern decals have become a favorite for background texture.
Multiple layers usually equals rich design. Sometimes I think we stop too soon. Keep going with color, scratch marks, decals and see what you get.
Have you ever had the experience that you stopped too soon in the design process? I'd love to hear about it.
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