“Fire in the Hole!” Fifty calibre bullet case, solid Australian opal, sterling silver, vintage pocket watch gear. 12 x 24 mm approximately.
So here we have a pendant that has a mixed history in its making. The bullet case was gifted to me by a friend who saves me the oddments she finds. The opal is cut and polished by me from rough that I have collected and is the third stone intended for this piece (the first shattered on insertion, and the second flicked off the bench and was last heard bouncing into a black hole). The opal has been inserted into the hole where the primer would have sat, and the pocket watch gear filled the back of the piece beautifully. The opal has lovely colour, mostly greens and yellows and has to be viewed in sunlight to really appreciate the sparkle. (Video in comments). ... See MoreSee Less
I have friends who know my penchant for creating “different” items from rescued and recycled objects, and save odd things they find for me. Here is a “case” in point (see what I did there?). Whilst sorting through her office, a friend found these spent bullet cases - unusual in both their location and calibre, and saved them in a box with other treasures for me. I love the old brass and noticed that the primer had been removed or fallen out. What does one do with a fifty calibre bullet casing? Well, in my case, I cut and polish a piece of Lightning Ridge opal to fit the primer hole, cut the end off the case and create a unique pendant! I’m not finished yet, but I’m pleased with todays progress! ... See MoreSee Less
Very pleased to announce that Rustorations in Maryborough has dedicated space for my creations! Jen and her crew run a shop full of fascinating vintage and repurposed art and objects, signs and more. If you are stuck for a unique Christmas gift, it’s well worth heading in there! (You can grab a great coffee in there as well to caffeinate while you browse!)More of our locally made steampunk art pieces, such as candle stick holders and the dragonfly creations made all from different parts of items #recycled #collectibles #rustorationsmb #vintage #upcycled #steampunkstyle #steampunk #steampunkjewelry #steampunkdesign #steampunkfashion #steampunkart #localbusiness #localbrand #supportlocal #buylocalvictoria #shoplocal ... See MoreSee Less
For me, tidying up always leads to distractions…so here is the result: “Computer Bug” CO2 cartridge, computer memory, light globe, brass key, scrap copper and rescued wire 80mm x 60mm x 115mm approx.
So this fellow took offence to being “fixed” and left his abode within an old computer, the update being that he is now looking for a new residence, maybe at your house in that nice electronic device you are viewing him on? ... See MoreSee Less
“Fire in the Hole!”
Fifty calibre bullet case, solid Australian opal, sterling silver, vintage pocket watch gear.
12 x 24 mm approximately.
So here we have a pendant that has a mixed history in its making. The bullet case was gifted to me by a friend who saves me the oddments she finds. The opal is cut and polished by me from rough that I have collected and is the third stone intended for this piece (the first shattered on insertion, and the second flicked off the bench and was last heard bouncing into a black hole). The opal has been inserted into the hole where the primer would have sat, and the pocket watch gear filled the back of the piece beautifully.
The opal has lovely colour, mostly greens and yellows and has to be viewed in sunlight to really appreciate the sparkle. (Video in comments). ... See MoreSee Less
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Work in progress:
I have friends who know my penchant for creating “different” items from rescued and recycled objects, and save odd things they find for me. Here is a “case” in point (see what I did there?). Whilst sorting through her office, a friend found these spent bullet cases - unusual in both their location and calibre, and saved them in a box with other treasures for me. I love the old brass and noticed that the primer had been removed or fallen out.
What does one do with a fifty calibre bullet casing? Well, in my case, I cut and polish a piece of Lightning Ridge opal to fit the primer hole, cut the end off the case and create a unique pendant! I’m not finished yet, but I’m pleased with todays progress! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Very pleased to announce that Rustorations in Maryborough has dedicated space for my creations! Jen and her crew run a shop full of fascinating vintage and repurposed art and objects, signs and more. If you are stuck for a unique Christmas gift, it’s well worth heading in there! (You can grab a great coffee in there as well to caffeinate while you browse!)More of our locally made steampunk art pieces, such as candle stick holders and the dragonfly creations made all from different parts of items #recycled #collectibles #rustorationsmb #vintage #upcycled #steampunkstyle #steampunk #steampunkjewelry #steampunkdesign #steampunkfashion #steampunkart #localbusiness #localbrand #supportlocal #buylocalvictoria #shoplocal ... See MoreSee Less
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For me, tidying up always leads to distractions…so here is the result:
“Computer Bug”
CO2 cartridge, computer memory, light globe, brass key, scrap copper and rescued wire
80mm x 60mm x 115mm approx.
So this fellow took offence to being “fixed” and left his abode within an old computer, the update being that he is now looking for a new residence, maybe at your house in that nice electronic device you are viewing him on? ... See MoreSee Less
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That’s cool as man 🤙🏼