Copper Formfolded Star Holiday Decorations

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Cross-Peen Hammer;
Binding Wire;
Permanent Marker;
Pocket Knife; and,
Copper Sheet (26 Gauge)
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In this video, Professor John Ahr of the Online Jewelry Academy demonstrates how to use foldforming techniques to create beautiful holiday star ornaments. These foldformed stars will make a great addition to your collection of Christmas ornaments.
This simple project, suitable for beginners, is an extension of one of the OJA's most popular tutorials on formfolded copper. In this video, however, Prof. Ahr uses pre-annealed copper craft foil to make the copper stars. You can find this type of foil at most craft and hobby stores.
In other videos on the OJA playlist you can learn how to add color and interest to your copper star ornaments. Plus, there are a number of videos that show you how to make other shapes and styles of holiday ornaments. Many of these projects can easily be adapted to serve your specific decor needs.
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[@mary-annkieckhaben5026]

Thank you for shering is cool.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching! 😀

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

Seems simple enough to make and oh, so pretty. I have some crafting copper, but I'm wondering if you think it might work on flashing. Have a roll of it too. Too stiff maybe? TFS!

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Michelle, I have tried this technique with flashing. In my opinion, the flashing is too stiff to really give you a nice result. Glad you liked the project.
Thanks for your support! : )

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

Oh good. Glad to know you actually tried it. Won't waste my time with flashing on this project. Thanks!

[@johnnynephrite6147]

yeh I looked in the cabinet. there was one lid covering the sugar, so i used it for this project. a week later i had a swarm of ants in my kitchen and no sugar.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

I hope your star turned out looking great. 😀

[@johnnynephrite6147]

@@OnlineJewelryAcademy it absolutely did thank you.

[@phyllisrw29]

I want to make this, but I am having problems finding pre-annealed copper craft foil. Where do I get it?

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Phyllis, Most any online art supply company will have some kind of copper crafting "foil". And, you don't need to worry about whether or not it will be pre-annealed. It's always soft and easy to work with. Good luck with your form folded ornaments.
Thanks for your support! : )

[@phyllisrw29]

That was very helpful. One more question. On your copper jewelry, what do you seal it with to keep from turning your skin green? I love all the copper jewelry I make, but have not found a good sealer.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Phyllis, The OJA is going to post a very brief video on that topic soon. The quick answer is shellac will seal your jewelry to prevent tarnish. You can also coat the part that rest next to the skin with clear nail enamel.
Thanks for your support! : )

[@garyshirinian]

Interesting thx for sharing.
How many thousands is the copper thickness. Thx.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you liked the video. There’s a link in the description of the video for the 26 gauge copper sheet used in the video. www.pinterest.com/amp/pin/411516484672198432/
Thanks for watching! 😀

[@garyshirinian]

@@OnlineJewelryAcademy thx for replying

[@nancyespiritusanto2583]

hi Jonh, like the idea class cooper it's pretty thanks very much

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you enjoyed the video Nancy.
Thanks for your support! : )

[@eliaacuna]

que espesor de metal ?

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Estoy utilizando el traductor de Google para responder a su pregunta. Usé una lámina de cobre para hacer el proyecto. Por lo general, es de alrededor de 36 gagueos de espesor. Buena suerte con tus proyectos creativos. ¡Gracias por su apoyo! :)

[@gayegotto1107]

I ordered 26 gauge copper, it came today and is way too thick.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Sorry you're unhappy with your purchase. I recommend that you contact the vendor to see if they can correct your order.

[@gayegotto1107]

@@OnlineJewelryAcademy , 26 gauge is what was recommended for this project, so not sure what I should order.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

@@gayegotto1107 perhaps this link will help:
www.amazon.com/Precision-Metals-6020-Annealed-Copper/dp/B00WVKO1LG/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?adgrpid=95833787934&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIps3A6IuP9AIVAz6tBh35kApoEAAYASAAEgKjzPD_BwE&hvadid=421345217416&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9030971&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15894104180895867238&hvtargid=kwd-624348634951&hydadcr=16346_9846820&keywords=copper+sheets+for+crafting&qid=1636591900&sr=8-5