Wednesday, June 26, 2013

xox copper pipe necklace


 
RECYCLED COPPER PIPE NECKLACE
by CORY
 

I have a wonderful mechanic who is great at fixing cars but not so great at tossing stuff into the garbage can, he misses the mark.  That is fine with me because while he works on my car, I pick up debris.  This is my latest find...a soldered and cut copper pipe.  It was grungy, covered in dirt and grime, plus it had been run over and over who knows how many times.  I took it home cleaned it, polished it and discovered some beautiful colors under the grime.   This is the result, a long necklace made from mixed metals with a smashed button xox charm.  
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6 comments:

  1. KayzKreationzJune 27, 2013 8:49 PM

    This turned out great. Love the colors in the copper pipe. I'd say keep checking out his shop. LOL

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    1. CoryJune 27, 2013 10:37 PM

      Thank you for the kudos. I visit his shop so much that I will soon have a new car...piece by piece. LOL

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  2. Evidence of an Artistic LifeJune 28, 2013 7:00 PM

    These are really spectacular!! I love copper and the abuse it had endured and your artistic touch-really wonderful!

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    1. CoryJune 28, 2013 11:52 PM

      Thank you so much for the kudos...glad you like it. I loved the challenge.

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  3. Luthien ThyeJune 30, 2013 9:59 AM

    that is one character of a pipe! super hipster!

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    1. CoryJune 30, 2013 8:19 PM

      Thanks Luthien for the sweet comment. I'm enjoying this piece.

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