How to use Silkscreens for Enameling
Use Silkscreens to Add Interest to your Enamels
Details matter. You can create intricate details in just a few short steps by using silkscreens to layer color with enamel. Follow these quick steps.
“ It’s attention to detail that makes the difference between average and stunning.“
~Francis Atterbury
Prepare Your Blank
Create a blank by sifting and firing two layers of enamel onto a piece of prepared copper. I often create many blanks at a time and use them when the design mood strikes. That way when I’m designing, I’m ready to go.
How to Use the Silkscreen with Enamels
- Place enamel on a piece of paper on a flat surface
- Place 4 coins (or supports as high as the enamel) where the 4 corners of the frame will sit
- Place the screen on those 4 supports
- Sprinkle some enamel towards the top of the screen
- Gently press down on the two top corners with one hand while at the same time
- Take a plastic card (like a credit card) and scrape the enamel towards the other end of the screen (only do this once)
- Gently lift the screen off the enamel
- Fire the enamel
- Gently dust off the excess enamel from the screen
A Video Demonstration
Start Designing Now
I’ve designed each individual screen. There are so many possibilities with each screen. Here are a few you can choose from. Click on the image to buy yours to start creating.
