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A log of our process, on the web.
Arn's Latest Metal Patterning in Mokume
Posted by Susan Freda on
Arn recently completed some beautiful custom mokume wedding rings featuring stones, so we wanted to share these and talk about different options for stone setting and showing off a statement stone!
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Arn's Latest Metal Patterning in Mokume
Posted by Susan Freda on
Arn recently completed some beautiful custom mokume wedding rings featuring stones, so we wanted to share these and talk about different options for stone setting and showing off a statement stone!
Read more
Mokume Metals By Palette
Posted by Susan Freda on
We often get questions about metal palette colors, and we've noticed sometimes it seems unclear which metals are which, especially because the colors can look different in the context of different palettes! So we've created these diagrams of a few of our more popular palettes to help point out which metals are which.
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Mokume Metals By Palette
Posted by Susan Freda on
We often get questions about metal palette colors, and we've noticed sometimes it seems unclear which metals are which, especially because the colors can look different in the context of different palettes! So we've created these diagrams of a few of our more popular palettes to help point out which metals are which.
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Making an Mokume Gane Oceanic Bypass Ring
Posted by Susan Freda on
Some process images and videos of Arn creating a beautiful ocean inspired bypass ring! This ring is a variation of Arn's usual Guri Bori pattern, invoking elements of the sea such as shells, water ripples and movement. The palette here is Firestorm, which features 14kt red gold, 14kt yellow gold, palladium and sterling silver.
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Making an Mokume Gane Oceanic Bypass Ring
Posted by Susan Freda on
Some process images and videos of Arn creating a beautiful ocean inspired bypass ring! This ring is a variation of Arn's usual Guri Bori pattern, invoking elements of the sea such as shells, water ripples and movement. The palette here is Firestorm, which features 14kt red gold, 14kt yellow gold, palladium and sterling silver.
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Our Most Popular Mokume Patterns
Posted by Susan Freda on
Woodgrain vs Twist, our two most popular patterns! What are the differences, what characterizes each, and which one is right for you?
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Our Most Popular Mokume Patterns
Posted by Susan Freda on
Woodgrain vs Twist, our two most popular patterns! What are the differences, what characterizes each, and which one is right for you?
Read more
To Oxidize or Not to Oxidize Your Mokume Gane Ring?
Posted by Susan Freda on
We offer a few different options for the finish of your mokume gane ring, and each offers a different look and quality. One of these options is oxidation, where the silver layers in a ring are darkened to increase the contrast between the metal colors! It’s great for those who want a bold, high contrast look, and makes the patterning stand out more.
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To Oxidize or Not to Oxidize Your Mokume Gane Ring?
Posted by Susan Freda on
We offer a few different options for the finish of your mokume gane ring, and each offers a different look and quality. One of these options is oxidation, where the silver layers in a ring are darkened to increase the contrast between the metal colors! It’s great for those who want a bold, high contrast look, and makes the patterning stand out more.