Creating an AI Designed Pendant, Part 2

AI generated. An abstract image of hands and jewelry in bright colors.

With the patina dry, it was time to finish my AI designed pendant. I carefully removed the painter’s tape from the edges, wary of damaging the patina. I may be over-cautious; this will fade with practice. For now, I decided to apply a light coat of lacquer before proceeding. Following the package directions, I gave it about 10 minutes to dry.

Creating an AI Designed Pendant

AI generated image of a jeweler crafting at a table.

Today I began to create the first of my AI jewelry projects, an AI designed pendant as imagined by DALL-E. It will be a very simple copper pendant, hung from a jump ring and strung on a copper chain or leather cord (I haven’t decided yet). On its face is a rich, blue patina. It’s […]

First Projects: Making a Plan

A close up of copper sheet metal showing various finishes

I’ve been reading the wonderful book, Simple Soldering: A Beginner’s Guide to Jewelry Making by Kate Ferrant Richbourg, in order to learn some basic metalworking techniques. It’s an engaging book and I highly recommend it. You can find a copy from your favorite bookseller, and it’s also carried by several jewelry suppliers. As I wrote […]