Another personalised mirror

[Andamento]

Here's another personalised mirror. I have been doing other things too (candle holders, vases, etc) but I still like my mirrors best!


http://www.andamento.co.uk/pictures%20-%20leaded%20mirrors/45%20x%2024/robyn.jpg

[mjbelkin]

Very nice - I think I shall change my name to Robyn :D

[Seahorse]

Thats soooo pretty,very girly.

[Andamento]

It's yet another birthday present. I reckon that if I'm giving the present then I get to choose the design which gives me great opportunity for coming up with new ones to display on my site! It's nice to have several designs ready for people to choose from or use as a starting point for modifying to their own tastes.

Robyn's Mum was delighted with it though I don't think Robyn herself is especially impressed, but then she's only 2!

[Seahorse]

What do you use to make the silver swirls/lines?

[mjbelkin]

I don't think Robyn herself is especially impressed, but then she's only 2!

Its a mirror - I've yet to see a 2 year old that didn't like looking at themselves ;)

[Andamento]

What do you use to make the silver swirls/lines?

I use natural lead (in different widths depending on the design) which has an adhesive backing. All the joints soldered using lead/tin solder. The colours are done using glazing film. The film has lovely swirly effects through it but it's difficult to see on such a small (and not very good!) photo.

[Andamento]

Its a mirror - I've yet to see a 2 year old that didn't like looking at themselves ;)

Yes, that's true! Though she's probably wondering who put all the pesky flowers there getting in the way of her reflection!

[Sommerwood]

That is beautiful, gorgeous design and am sure she will love it as she gets older!:)

[handmadeheaven.biz]

that's lovely. i really admire your work :)

[candles by lisa]

Beautiful as usual. Need to see your candle holders.

Cheers.

Lisa

[Katianne]

Gorgeous as usual! Love it!!!

[Potter Doodle Doo]

Absolutely beautiful ... well done

[Apple Tree Crafts]

.....and my niece is called Robyn!

Good taste all round then.....;)

Jules

[Andamento]

Thanks everybody!

Here are a couple of pictures of a candle holder...

http://www.andamento.co.uk/pictures%20-%20candle%20holders/leaded%20robin%20tealight%20holder%20on%20mantlepi ece.jpg

http://www.andamento.co.uk/pictures%20-%20candle%20holders/robin%20tealight%20candle%20holder.jpg

...I'm hoping these will sell well at Christmas craft fairs.

[icecreamgirl]

Lovely.
Good idea for the Christmas fairs, i'm sure they will sell.:)

[Katianne]

Love them!!! How much are they (can I ask?!)???

[colourart]

Love both the mirror and the candle holders. I'm sure the candle holders will go down well at Christmas. They're perfect for a cold winters evening, they look so warm and glowing.

[Katianne]

Are you going to do the candle holders in other designs too? I agree with Colourart - they will def go down well at the craft fairs!!

[Tip Top]

OOOOOOHHHHhhhh! These are lovely!

I think I am slowly getting all my Christmas present ideas!! And I hope to get virtually all from people on this forum cos "Art begins at home". (Ok so its charity, but I don't care!!):D

[Andamento]

Hi there,

This is the only other design I've done so far. I've just had delivery of more of the wooden bases (themselves handmade by a crafter from another craft forum) so I plan to do lots more soon!

http://www.andamento.co.uk/pictures%20-%20candle%20holders/sail%20boat%20tealight%20candle%20holder%20lit.jpg

http://www.andamento.co.uk/pictures%20-%20candle%20holders/sail%20boat%20tealight%20candle%20holder.jpg

[candles by lisa]

They are really lovely, the Christmas ones should go down a treat. Will order a couple a bit nearer the time (and when I actually start making some money and not blowing it all on more stock).

Cheers.

Lisa


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