Kirt, all it takes is a good effort, then another. It won't take you long.

@buddyholmes6317 try try and try again I guess. I'm total brand new but I have a passion deep inside for metal jewellery and decor. So ice bought everything you can think off I just need to get out there grsba. Sheet and get creative. Going to try a small lead soon. If it fails I'm sure I'll be able to turn into pendant for myself Thanx so much for replying appreciated

@@kirtandrews1859 Just work at it. The first ones always look a little off, but the next ones are almost always a little better. Good luck.

@buddyholmes6317 Thank you determination is going to be key for me and perseverance and patience il get there i just gotta find my confidence. Ci am totally brand new I have spent a heck of a lot of money and I guess just scared to waste costly materials

@buddyholmes6317 yes exactly it's commitment and confidence . I'm trying very basic to begin with. I shall message when I have completed one item good enough to show you.

I know, that's the algorithm on KZbin. Mainly my fault for not posting more so the alg could pick up on them. We are going to start posting more in a few months, so stay tuned. thanks

"Medium size piece" is relative. Let's say that whatever you are working on can be lowered into a 40 gallon trash can. Then to start I would use a 5 lb bag of the granules. I get mine from Amazon for about $10. It's "PH Minus" for pools. The next question would be the outside temp if you have your bucket outside. If the temp is in the 60 to 90 degree F range, then it will probably take a few hours. If temp is lower, then time will increase and you will probably need to add more product.. For most of our work, we clean individual pieces then assemble. If it's a small piece we will drop the whole piece in at once. Be sure to wash it really well several times.

Thanks for the reply Buddy, it's very helpful. Medium = smaller than a cymbal and larger than an earring in my shop. Ha.@@buddyholmes6317

Thanks. Sorry about the delay between videos but, you know, life. I'll try to get some more out next year. And yes, echo chamber videos bug me too.

I checked it, no issues. Tried it on PC, tablet and my helper checked on his phone. Try refreshing it.

Mark, Any good quality spray clear will work. I use Rustoleum Gloss on most pieces. The clear that's used on mag wheels works well too. The colors will change some no matter what you use. It depends on whether it will be used outside or inside as to how long it will resist changing from oxidation. If it's a "fancy" piece, you can try Everbrite as well. It's real good but pricey.

@@buddyholmes6317 Thank you

That was five years ago. I'm not nearly as good now. I weigh less though (slightly)

Time. That's the kicker. I'll try to get one done soon though, I had someone else ask the same thing last week.

Thanks. I am well and the dog's fed.

Julie, get them out of your head and into reality! No time like the present.

Linda, I wish I had the time but things are so strange now. I just had to wait two months for a pallet of copper sheets. I used to be able to get it in two days. It's PH Down, you can get it at Walmart or most big box stores. Not chlorine! Never never. Sodium bisulfate. It's fairly benign, so you can experiment for what works for you. I use one two lb pouch in about one hundred gallons. Try maybe a cup in a 5 gallon plastic pail. Stir with wood or plastic, not metal. If temperature is above 70 degrees F, it should work within an hour or so. Cooler temps take longer. You can always add more PH Down to make it stronger/faster. Rinse really well when you're done. Buddy

Thank you so much for your quick reply. You make great videos. Thank you for doing the ones you did. I realize it’s a pin i he behind to do them, edit etc. Let’s pray product supply can get back to normal.

Sue, I buy full sheets about 3' by 10' as I go through it fairly quickly. You may consider getting some smaller pieces (drops) from a local sheetmetal/roofing shop. I would also check for a local sheetmetal distributor if you need full sheets. Be prepared for sticker shock.

Thanks for the response. Yea, I heard copper is really expensive now.

I keep trying to get back to making a few more. Just not enough time in the day.

@@buddyholmes6317 have you tried Tik tok? You could pump out a short vid every now and then. That place is sort of lacking in coppersmiths, especially once of your caliber 👍

@@superzgredzio No, I haven't looked into it. I probably won't. Too much to do as it is. I will try to get a short one done for KZbin soon. Copper birdfeeder, I think.

@@buddyholmes6317 can't wait. May the God keep your hands occupied my friend 🔥💪🏻🙂

Pammy, let me know what setup you have. Do you use oxy/acetylene, oxy/propane or some other setup? What type of solder do you use? What type of work are you doing?

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Jane, Most folks start with 16 oz, which is what is used by roofers for flashing and such. It will be he easiest to find. You can buy drops from your local sheetmetal shop and roofers. I use 20 and 24 oz for my standard pieces, heavier, like 32 oz if large custom pieces.

@@buddyholmes6317 thank you so much for the detailed reply. I'll have a look! :) your work is amazing. And you explain it really clearly. Thanks for taking the time to make and share your videos.

Natalie; there any number of good coatings but all will alter the color some. Everbrite is good, but pricey. Rustoleum makes some good clear and also a type of glossy for mag wheels. I use that a good bit on my smaller pieces. Two part auto clear is the best, but I only use it for really large outdoor pieces.

Thanks. I have been trying to work some time in to make more videos but too busy and old to get everything done. Hopefully I can do some soon.

I'll try soon. IDA deposited a pine tree across my house so I am in the middle of dealing with that. The new videos are on my list of things to do though. At least the tree missed the shop. See pics on my FB page. thanks

I'm trying to get around to it. I've been backed up a lot for a while and I have to sort of shift gears to do these. At my age, the gearbox doesn't work as smoothly as it once did.

You're welcome

Thanks. I have been working alone for a while now, so not much time or energy to do the videos. My long time student helper who is now an occupational therapist, has been coming to help lately and I think it will be a long time second job for him. He can do just about everything I can now and even better, he's good at shooting the videos. We have talked about doing more soon, so check back.

Depends on the fountain. Some are just generic and others are oak, maple, magnolia etc. Mostly just what the customer prefers. All copper and bronze for the stems.

Janet, visit my website at waterfallforge.com. My email address is on the main page about midway down. Send the pics to that address. thanks

Thanks. I need to get some more up. How about Making a copper birdfeeder? Do you think anyone would be interested?

@@waterfallforge8320 I think whatever you do people will be interested in. Thanks for sharing your skills with future generations.

@@rickbailey7183 Thanks. I've been trying to get some time to do more, so they may end up being a little shorter but hopefully useful for folks.

Neeraj; For my kind of work, I am not as concerned by small imperfections left by the hammer. If you want a smoother unmarred finish, then polish or smooth out your hammer faces as much as possible and be sure that the "anvil" you are hitting into doesn't have any debris in it and is as smooth as you can get it. That's the good thing about doing organic subjects. Nothing needs to be perfect. thanks

@@waterfallforge8320 Thank for the quick reply. Can you share any of your leaf templates that you have? I'm wrapping up my first fountain and looking for ideas for my next program

@@nmanrao I'm not proprietary with patterns but it is probably better to create your own from plants and trees in your area. All I do when I want a leaf pattern is to go out in my yard, I live in the woods, and grab a few off some trees. Then I just trace the shape and the general vein pattern. By the way; don't try to compete with Mother Nature's complexity; she'll win every time. Just simplify it, but make sure you retain it's character so that folks will still recognize it for what it is. On flowers; go to a crafts store and buy at least two well made silk flowers of the type you might like to have in your fountains. Keep one of the flowers pristine, as a guide to refer to and dissect the other one to get your pattern. Send me a pic of your fountain. Email it to me. Have fun.

I want to do some more but I keep getting distracted by work and such. Any particular skill or technique that you might like to see discussed?

@@buddyholmes6317So glad you are OK it sounds. I would happily go through your entire series you mentioned wanting to build and do the projects. I came to you through a search for flame painting copper. I'm doing a bit of trim on one of my fireplaces and wanted to hand hammer then flame color. But seriously - if you just get 25 more subscribers and then put up a time lapse of that magnificent crane you would probably get enough viewing hours to monetize your channel with ad sense. At that point, putting up your videos would create an annuity so it would be worthwhile financially to try to carve out a few hours a week to make a video. especially now. there are a lot of people looking for a distraction and you offer a positive, healthy, low-cost hobby that adds beauty to the world.

Cory; since I ca't go anywhere, I'll try to put together a few short ones. Anything in particular that you would like me to cover? Individual skills please, not finished items.

@@waterfallforge8320 yes please, please show all the steps to making your birds. Thank you very much again!

No problem. I'm sure you were commenting on my appearance rather than the content.

Kristy; Most of the chisels are various sizes of masonry chisels; available at hardware stores or online at Amazon or EBAY or any good flea market. As I mentioned in one of the videos, you need to blunt them some and round the edges a bit so they don't cut through the copper. Use a hammer with rounded face to strike them. Get a neoprene pad to set your work on so you can get a softer line.

@@waterfallforge8320 Thank you so much! I just finished watching the video where you mention this. You are a wonderful instructor!! I really hope you'll release some new videos soon! 😁

Gary, feel free to ask questions if you run into something that's giving you problems. I really am trying to find time to make some more of these. Maybe this week hopefully.

Fiona, it's been a while. I got it from EBAY. Cost around $50 if I recall. It doesn't have brand marked on it.

Thanks. Take a look at my Waterfall Forge FB page and you'll see what's been keeping me busy. I do plan on doing more soon.