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April 28, 2008

Autobot Switchplate Cover

Sean Michael Ragan makes these great Autobot switchplate covers from aluminum scraps, melted down and re-cast.

Posted by Becky Stern | Apr 28, 2008 04:00 PM
Home and Garden, Metalwork, Technology | Permalink | Comments (0)

April 25, 2008

Tin Wall Art by Bossa Nova Baby

Bossa Nova Baby has been whipping up some great new pieces of wall art from found woodgrain-patterned metal and tin. I think my fave has to be the nutty squirrel! Tin Art by Bossa Nova Baby

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Apr 25, 2008 12:00 PM
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March 31, 2008

Bronze Boba Fett PEZ Dispenser

Looking for a way to combine your metal casting skills with your favorite childhood memories? This Bronze Boba Fett PEZ dispenser looks like it'll do the trick. Via Geekologie.

Posted by Becky Stern | Mar 31, 2008 04:00 PM
Homemade, Metalwork | Permalink | Comments (1)

January 29, 2008

Craftster user Teag explains how to use soda cans to make these simple but attractive stars. You can decoupage them with patterned papers, or leave them as-is for some recycled sparkle. These would look great strung up in a mobile. Link.

Related:
Recycled Sodapop Charms - Link.

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 29, 2008 05:00 PM
101, Green, Metalwork, Recycle | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

January 8, 2008

Cal Lane's Steel Lace

The New York Times has a great feature on artist Cal Lane, who creates intricate lacework sculptures using a torch on old steel items such as wheelbarrows and shovels. Link.

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 8, 2008 01:00 PM
Arts, Metalwork, Recycle | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

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