Silver work

 Had enormous fun today working in the studio, making silver rings, annealing, etc.  I just adore working with silver.  Here are some pictures of my process.


Rings and things 

Me hard at work!


Soldering

And pickling 


Have a wonderful day!
Best wishes
Shari

 

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