#3 Carving Chisel
#3 Carving Chisel
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What tools would be appropriate to carve a piece of obsidian jewelry?
I would prefer "the correct" tools, but basically I am just interested in some advice on what I could use to:
1) chisel it into the rough shape (a fleur-de-lis).
2) finely round and smooth it.
3) polish it.
Also, if you have any advice (I expect that obsidian is rather fragile).......
I have large quantities so trial and error is definitely an option as I learn.
The basic tools to use are those used for making cabochons. Such as several thicknesses of dopping sticks dowels about 3-5 inches long and Green Wax to hold the item on the stick. (heat the wax until it becomes very soft and put a dollop on the stick you choose. To break bond pu it into the freezer and it will become brittle. Save the pieces because it is reusable.
You will also need a grinding wheel to shape the stone. Find a local artisan that makes stone jewelry and he/she can set you up. Usually, at craft fairs.
Do not chisel it because it is a form of glass. Grinding and polishing is the way to go. The medium to use aluminum oxide. Finish the piece with red, gray or yellow rouge that all come in thick sticks and are graded for grit.. and are very affordable.
I have been making this kind of jewelry for over thirty years and have been a silversmith for the same length of time.
Have fun and good luck.