Little sketches were drawn on a number of pieces of paper, sketches for possible new designs but what could we call an odd, distorted or asymmetrical cabochon?
A CaboSHAPE!
Similar in depth, style and size, these Caboshapes could be used in any mix or singly.
For instance, you can mold a caboshape using about 2/3's of the clay called for. De-mold it and set it aside. Now cut a thin slice of your favorite Mokume Gane. Line the mold, press in the thin, molded caboshape. Press firmly to bond, trim the excess and demold a beautiful, smooth shape, ready to bake and use.
The same can be done using a slice of a Kali cane, or a group of small cane slices. etc, etc.
The first Caboshape mold is fairly simple with eleven unique, hand sculpted Caboshapes.
Three Shield-like shapes,
Four Triangle-like shapes,
One Cube / square,
Four Curved shapes.
Most of the parts have flat fronts and are about ¼” deep. Some of the parts are curved. The depth of the smaller parts is from 3/16” to ¼ inch deep.
For the project, I used two different shapes, the curved shield and a narrow football shape. After baking the shapes, a faux Bali Silver Bezel is constructed around the two shapes.
Stay tuned, there are sketches and plans for five more caboshapes.
1 comment:
ooooooh WOW! Those are gorgeous!!!!
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