Paper Casting II
When I cast over the first metal leaves, I noticed a small dot of rust on one of them. I liked the effect and repititiously sprayed the metal leaf shown above with vinegar and water for a couple of days. I think it acquired a nice amount of rust. The cast took on a little of the rust, but to get a really rusty cast, I think I need some seriously rusted metal.
And here is the first metal leaf and its cast. Underneath you see the cast I made on bubbleplast.
Serious casting, Maj- what BEAUTIFUL examples!!
Posted by: Julie Prichard | May 30, 2008 at 09:06 PM
That metal leaf cast is just divine. It's so delicate looking, but probably quite strong in reality too.
Posted by: Cath S | May 31, 2008 at 01:31 AM
Love that cast off the metal leaf! Gorgeous! Great idea.
Posted by: lucy edson | May 31, 2008 at 04:42 AM
The leaves are terrific! I love that you shared how to create more rust on the metal - for a great effect!
Posted by: michelle ward | June 01, 2008 at 12:04 AM
hello Maj,
I love the cast you made of bubbleplast !!! Great for a background !
greetings
Inge (from Belgium)
Posted by: inge Bekaert | June 01, 2008 at 09:54 AM
All these casts are look fantastic, the designs and detail are just great. Once again I epscially like castings off the matal leaves, they are just divine. Can I ask where you got the metal leaves from? Ux
Posted by: Ursula C | June 01, 2008 at 12:04 PM
oh THAT'S what you did to create the beautiful leaf cast. What if you used 'Instant rust' coating on the cast before you added the paper pulp? Inspiring ideas - thanks!
Posted by: susan w | June 02, 2008 at 02:48 AM
Susan, that sounds like a great idea! Amazing what you can get in bottles and cans these days!
Posted by: Maj Carita | June 02, 2008 at 07:14 AM
these are beautiful - LOVE those metal leaves
and well done on winning this month's crusade!!! :)
Posted by: Flo | June 02, 2008 at 09:56 AM
More great casts... LOVE those metal leaves... where on earth do you get them?
Posted by: Marilyn | June 05, 2008 at 07:42 PM