Keum boo on silver book by celie fago

Keumboo hot plate jewelry discussion ganoksin orchid. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver fago, celie on. Jul 27, 2017 celie fago is the definitive authority on keum boo on silver metal clay. Pure gold and silver have a similar atomic structure therefore once the metal is heated to the temperature. In 61 pages, it describes every step in detail, explains and lists all the tools and equipment you need, and makes this. Thanks to its thickness it is excellent for keumboo also called kumbo, kumboo, kumbu or keumbu, an ancient korean technique where you fuse gold foil to your silver or other metals, like steel, using heat and pressure, it gives a beautiful result. In this video celie fago, author of keum boo on silver demonstrates the ancient art of keum boo using the ultralite beehive kiln. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in pmc, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver work. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases whole.

She wrote the book keumboo on silver and appeared alongside tim mccreight in the dvd push play for pmc. This expanded edition, now with over 90 color photos, includes new tips for cutting the gold, more information on burnishing tools and on the keum boo process itself. Now revised and expanded, this book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. I have done it before using a torch and in celie fagos book keumboo on silver she recommends a or 1100 watt coil hot plate and then making a coil cover.

Exploring new techniques and new materials includes precious metal clay, and more on. The disks were oxidized from taking them out of the carbon while hot but ive experimented enough with alloy silver metal clay to. See more ideas about jewelry art, jewelry design and contemporary jewellery. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this. The book by celie fago is the only book out on the subject, and its terrific.

Her book keum boo on silver is a musthave if you plan to do keum boo. I encourage everyone to read celies article and give keum boo a try. This expanded edition, now with over 90 color photos, includes new tips for cutting the gold, more information on burnishing tools and on the keumboo process itself. Let artist and instructor celie fago introduce you to the beautiful possibilities of keumboo, the process of fusing pure gold foil to silver.

See all books authored by celie fago, including polymer clay art. This comprehensive book on the korean technique of fusing gold to silver is written. Videos tips for applying gold foil to jewellery using keum boo. Let artist and instructor celie fago introduce you to the beautiful possibilities of keum boo, the process of fusing pure gold foil to silver. Keum boo is a very simple technique to learn and easy to master. The book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver.

Keumboo jewelry tutorial tecnica del keumboo keum boo. Keumboo on silver book by celie fago revised and expanded edition now 64. The technical term what what happens is a diffusion bond. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmith, and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver work. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the. This is the first book in english as far as we are aware dedicated to the subject. I havent seen it, but shes an excellent writer and teacher, so im sure its great.

Keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver fago, celie on. If you are interested in adding more value to your work, consider keum boo for an easy way of making more beautiful, more valuable jewelry. Here you can see a picture of the original earrings, plus the components of the new pair silver ovals rimmed with brass wire, opal cabochons, and what will become the earwires. Adventures with an ultralite kiln keumboo dawngilldesigns. I have a 0 watt plate with a solid cast iron top and a wood stove thermometer to find the correct heat range. Now revised and expanded, this book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin. Its still sterling, and can be legally marked as such.

Tear away clay technique creates delicate textures. Kum boo is the korean name for a technique for applying gold to silver. Keum boo on silver book by celie fago revised and expanded edition now 64 pages 16 pages added, the book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Youll also learn keumboo, an ancient asian metalworking technique for adding 24k gold to silver, the economical choice for adding the value of pure gold to. You will learn every step of this unique process, including using your tools, preperation, application and finishing.

She wrote the book keum boo on silver and appeared alongside tim mccreight in the dvd push play for pmc. Keum boo is the ancient korean art of fusing gold to silver. The ancient korean technique of keum boo using products from. Now revised and expanded, this book covers all in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver. Keum boo on silver expanded and revised by celie fago. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in pmc, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver. Discover keum boo, the simple and amazing ancient technique of applying gold metal foil to silver and other metals. These red brass covers are specially designed for keumboo can be inserted above the element of the ultralite kiln kln100. Celie fago, author of keum boo on silver demonstrate the the technique of keum boo using the ultralite beehive kiln by jec products. See more ideas about jewelry art, metal jewelry and contemporary jewellery.

Through clear photographs and detailed instruction this book makes the process accessible to all levels of craftspeople, jewellers and metal clay artists. Celie fago, author of keumboo on silver demonstrate the the technique of. Now revised and expanded, this book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Revised and expanded edition over 20,000 copies sold worldwide. Keum boo how to apply gold foil in jewellery making. Keum boo nightmare jewelry discussion ganoksin orchid. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Carved polymer bracelets with pmc adornments october 2 5. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver work. Celie fago pmc bezels jennifer kahn fusing sterling and pmc doris king developing form with slip.

Want to use the keumboo method to add gold foil onto sterling silver. Celie fagos book keum boo on silver, paulette werger, charles lewtonbrain. It was pioneered by metal clay artist, celie fago and appears in her book keumboo on silver. The book to choose if you want to learn about keum boo.

Keumboo is traditional and ancient korean technique, where gold is bonded at a molecular level to fine aka pure 99. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in pmc, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the l. She studied painting, printmaking, and sculpture at uvm, mass college of art, and tufts, and metalwork at the league of nh craftsmen where she apprenticed to a classically trained metalsmith. Beautiful color photographs and detailed instruction make it a joy to follow along. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver, by celie fago pub151. Keumboo is an ancient korean technique that refers to applying 24ct gold foil to silver by using heat and pressure. Youll learn to cut the gold foil with scissors, a craft knife, or paper punches, and how to burnish it on to the heated pmc. That number refers to the amount of fine silver in the alloy just as 925 identifies regular sterling. Mar 11, 2014 for the past year ive been working with an enriched version of sterling metal clay. She uses various tools to keep the gold foil in place whilst using a. Projects and techniques for jewelry, gifts, figures, and decorative surfaces, and polymer clay. Enriched simply means that this alloy has more fine, or pure, silver in it. Coronavirus service update projects to inspire you extended returns store closure information books.

Book keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver instruction book. Aug 11, 2012 the way i do tear away now isnt really a different process. This book covers all aspects of keumboo, which is an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Pictured are some of the essentials youll need to be successful with keumboo, the ancient korean method for applying thick gold foil to fine silver without soldering. Keumboo is the ancient korean art of fusing gold to silver. Keumboo on silver book by celie fago revised and expanded edition now 64 pages 16 pages added, the book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Her widely exhibited jewelry, combining precious metal clay with polymer clay and metalsmithing, is distinguished by elegant design. Celie fago has been a professional artist and writer for 35 years.

Her blog post is worth a read as she goes over what brand of polymer clay works. Discover keum boo, the simple and amazing ancient technique of applying gold metal foil. Youll also learn keum boo, an ancient asian metalworking technique for adding 24k gold to silver, the economical choice for adding the value of pure gold to your silver. The book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Keumboo works great on fine silver, fired pmc, argentium silver and sterling silver. The ancient korean technique of keum boo using products. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to.

Jan 01, 2007 keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver fago, celie on. The way i do tear away now isnt really a different process. This technique has become widely used on silver clay pieces because of the limited amount of preparation needed. Celie fago is a selftaught jewelry artist and author with a background in painting, printmaking, sculpture and metals. Celie is known for her pioneering work with metal clay, and when she is not working in her studio in central vermont she is. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver, by celie fago.

The literature i found says you can do this with sterling silver if you deplete the copper from it and also with other metals. Jun 02, 20 celie fago, author of keum boo on silver demonstrate the the technique of keum boo using the ultralite beehive kiln by jec products. This the expanded and revised version of the original keumboo on silver book by celie fago. This new book by senior teacher celie fago is the first book dedicated to the ancient korean technique of fusing pure gold to silver.

Read more about the technique in celie fago s book, keumboo on silver. Keumboo is a traditional korean jewelrymaking technique that is widely used in japanese, chinese, and korean art. In this video celie fago, author of keumboo on silver demonstrates the ancient art of keumboo using the ultralite beehive kiln. Keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver book.

Includes one plate for flat pieces, while the other plate features a depression allows for nonflat pieces. Her book keumboo on silver is a musthave if you plan to do keumboo. Keumboo with celie fago youtube tecnica del keum boo. She offers many workshops that are held in her studio, an old brick farm house in central vermont. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in pmc, the techniques. This book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Hello to all, im looking to try some keumboo on a hot plate. This book covers all aspects of keum boo, which is an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Celie fago books list of books by author celie fago. The definitive book on adding 24k gold keumboo accents to metal clay renowned metal clay master artist and teacher celie fago is the foremost authority on keumboo, the ancient korean technique for permanently bonding 24k gold foil to silver using a combination of heat and pressure. Many years ago, i found myself holding a folder filled.

Im just extending the time a bit and being less regimented about the burnishing intervals. See more ideas about keum boo jewelry, keum boo, jewelry. This comprehensive book on the korean technique of fusing gold to silver is written by celie fago a wonderful artist and teacher. Celie fago is the definitive authority on keumboo on silver metal clay. It was pioneered by metal clay artist, celie fago and appears in her book keum boo on silver. This book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. This book provides an excellent guide for beginners, and for the more advanced, celie demonstrates applying the gold to large, hollow forms, and to complex shapes. In my keum boo book i describe a total rest time with the paper on the clay, under a light of about 30 minutes, burnishing once during that time. I would also like to use argentium sterling,so my questions. Nov 28, 2012 celie fago is a metalsmith that uses a lot of keum boo she wrote a great instruction book on it if you want to learn more. Keumboo on silver by celie fago explains every step of the process, from preparation, to application, to finishing. This expanded edition includes new tips for cutting the gold and compares a torch and various hot. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.