Gathered together are 60 DIY Copper Projects, these are the best of the best Copper Projects to help inspire you and your home decor trends.
Did you know you can paint copper metal with flame? Make these Fire Painted Copper Bangles and add some gorgeous color to your jewelry box!
Mildly obsessed with the look of copper sheeting? Us too. Read our guide on how to cut copper sheeting, so you can us this material in your next project.
Easy Copper Rose DIY Tutorial
Add some rustic goodness to your kitchen with this easy DIY leather and patina copper trivet. Includes instructions on how to patina copper with common household items
How to Flame Paint Copper Flame painting copper is a real art form, but you can get nice results even as a beginner. It is a great way to create something beautiful in a very short
An easy DIY project that's fabulous & functional! Use our template & photo tutorial to make stylish copper wire leaf decor that doubles as a jewelry stand
Copper furnishings can bring a metallic look to your home decor whether you're snapping together pipes or spray painting glassware. Copper can carry an
Metallics are a big deal right now, and copper seems to be growing in popularity. Lately I have noticed some really inspirational
The DIY copper leaf wreath is a copper showstopper! Simple to create with such stunning results... no matter the season or space, this wreath is a gem.
In this post, I'm sharing 3 ways to make copper patina - subtle, green and blue. And would you believe that you've probably got all the ingredients in your home already? Kitchen chemistry is so
Copper just may be the new black. This bright-toned metal is a fast-growing design trend, found in big statement pieces as well as small details. No doubt, copper makes an impact—but it comes at a price. With a bit of imagination, however, you can take copper in its most humble form—everyday copper plumbing pipes—and turn it into some very cool creations. Whether you're after modern luster or a vintage patina, copper can be the star of your tables, lighting fixtures, and more. Here are 9 ideas to get you started.
DIY Copper Cup From 3/4" Pipe: All the cool kids are drinking Moscow Mules. Traditionally, they're served in copper cups, but those can get pricey. We can make our own copper cups with nothing more than 3/4" copper pipe that you can find in any hardware store, or even scrap yar…
Mildly obsessed with the look of copper sheeting? Us too. Read our guide on how to cut copper sheeting, so you can us this material in your next project.
It’s Another Really Cool Copper TechniqueLooking for a last minute holiday gift? This post won’t help you. I mean, I guess you could do it if you had the time,…
I know a lot of you are eager to see my results with Modern Masters' copper patina paints, so let's get right to it! First, I bought this seahorse statue at Home Goods for about $20, with the sole purpose of turning it copper: Next, two coats of the Modern Masters copper paint: After allowing the two coats to cure overnight, I brushed on a third coat of copper, and then quickly spritzed the whole thing with the same blue aging solution I used on my bronze fairy. (You need to apply the solution while the paint is still wet.) Fun Fact: The aging solution is a mix of acids which cause the copper particles in the paint to oxidize, giving you a truly authentic patina. Within about a minute the liquid started turning a funky grayish color: And then... MAGIC TIME: As you can see, there were several largish sections where the blue patina didn't take. Either the paint there dried too quickly or I just didn't put it on thick enough; it's hard to say. Since I wanted my seahorse almost completely covered with patina, I went back a few times over the next few nights to fill in those areas. Just use a small artist's brush to apply more copper paint, and then spray with the aging solution. Easy peasy, if a little tedious. Eventually I decided it was as good and "rusty" as it was going to get, so I finished off the post and base with a dark brown paint covered with black glaze, to give it a faux wood grain. Ready to see? Ta-daaa! I really like the texture on the face: While the patina was still wet I carefully wiped some of those hard edges on the head, just to help the copper show through. That's the only place I messed with it, though. Oh, and see that discoloration on the neck? That's where I tried some of the green aging solution - but it was an old bottle past its expiration date, so it didn't really work. Just gave it a funky yellowish hue here and there. Some of you have requested I compare this real patina to my faux version from a while back, so here's my first copper seahorse again, in the same light: As I noted back then the paint I used was perhaps a bit too blue, but beside that, you can also see it's a lot more watery in appearance. The MM patina has a much more chalky, rubbed-in look. Here's a side-by-side comparison: Of course, if you like the extra rich blue, keep in mind that copper patina can run the whole gamut of blues and greens when mixed with other metals: via Modern Masters will give you more of a pure copper, Statue of Liberty patina, but without the darker areas of grunge: In fact, that's the one thing I still like better about my faux patina; the black wash gives it a sense of age and grit that you'd expect from old things. The MM patina is very clean feeling, though I suppose I could go back and spray on some grungy colors to dirty it up a bit. Hmm.... You'll notice the seahorse looks brighter here. It's all in the light: the metallic copper can catch and reflect the light, or look extra dark in shadow. Some of you asked last time if you need to seal these patinas. According to the instructions, there's no need to apply sealer to any of your Modern Masters projects, but they do make one if you want to lock in the finish. If you don't apply a sealer, then your item will just continue to patina naturally over time. And for what it's worth, I've been carrying around this seahorse by the body every time I move it, and nothing has come off on my hands. The patina actually feels surprisingly smooth and strong, like the side of a piece of chalk. The bronze patina, on the other hand, has more of a grit to it, like sandpaper. So there you have it! I hope I answered most of your questions about this paint process, and maybe inspired some of you to get painting. And as always, please share your project pics over on the Epbot FB page, so the rest of us can see! ***** Where my pinners at? :D ***** Come see ALL of my craft projects on one page, right here!
How to Create Blue Patina on Copper How do you create patina on copper? I am talking about the natural way, without harsh chemicals or fake paints. You may have seen natural patina on
How to Make Copper Bracelets: This is something that I have been wanting to try for quite some time. I used a piece of scrap copper pipe to make some bracelets. I also tried various methods of accentuating the aesthetic of a simple bracelet.
Learn how simple it is to update your home decor using a can of copper spray paint! Quick makeover projects for the junk you already own!
Free jewelry making tutorials, craft ideas, design inspirations, DIY, projects, tips and tricks and trends
Learn how to turn empty soda and beer cans into pretty faux looking copper sheets to use for crafting projects.
Find projects using copper wire, copper tape, or copper paint that are a cool way to incorporate the hot trend in your home.
The holidays are here and you know what that means: It's time to check off items from your gift list. I don't know about you, but I detest braving the mall traffic and chaos. I'd much
Super Simple DIY Tools for Copper Work: I have really been getting into copper work lately, in particular, making super cool bracelets and tiny bowls out of scrap. However, the deeper I go down that rabbit hole, the more I realize how many tools I would like to have to help with the proce…
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Let me show you how to use this cool copper technique to enhance your decor. This is an easy project that anyone (yes, even you) can do.
Let me show you how to use this cool copper technique to enhance your decor. This is an easy project that anyone (yes, even you) can do.
Copper patina is a classic look, and it’s easier than you think to create a faux copper patina look on nearly anything you want! Copper is my favorite metal. I love its shiny, happy color. I usually can’t afford real copper things, so I do a lot of copper spray painting instead. But let’s be...
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In this post, I'm sharing 3 ways to make copper patina - subtle, green and blue. And would you believe that you've probably got all the ingredients in your home already? Kitchen chemistry is so
How to Make a Ring From Cast Off Copper Pipe: How to make a stylish ring from piece from 3/4" copper pipe. Made with inexpensive plumbing tools, polished with available materials.
Hey crafters and DIY-ers! Are you looking for some new ideas on how to age metal? Are you bored of aging and distressing wood, and perhaps you want to add some character to your metal surface? Maybe a bit of rust on the hinges of that old door or a vintage patina on your decor
I've gotten a few questions about my process of sealing finished copper electroformed jewelry so I thought it was time to tackle this. This post is for beginning electroformers who are just getting started in this medium.
How to Make Copper Bracelets: This is something that I have been wanting to try for quite some time. I used a piece of scrap copper pipe to make some bracelets. I also tried various methods of accentuating the aesthetic of a simple bracelet.
Rainbow Copper Flower: Hello Internet, This instructable will guide you through making a simple and easy copper flower using minimal tools and equipment. This project utilizes thin guage copper that can be cut with household scissors and doesn't require any specialized …
Get your copper jewelry making on! Start from scratch with this basic tutorial, continue on to some beginner projects, and then read on for more!
The holidays are here and you know what that means: It's time to check off items from your gift list. I don't know about you, but I detest braving the mall traffic and chaos. I'd much
Get the perfect patina paint faux metal look with easy to use metal finish paints. Works on wood, ceramics, glass, canvases & walls too.
