Transforming Metal: Real and Faux Rust Techniques for a Steampunk Journal

Do you need rust in your journal? I’m sharing my favorite recipe and technique for rusting metal paperclips, along with a tutorial on achieving the appearance of rust and copper patina using alcohol inks. Whether you’re working on a mixed media project or looking to add some vintage-ness to your creations, this video may be perfect for you. I’m covering all the materials you’ll need, detailed steps for rusting metal, and tips for using alcohol inks to mimic natural rust and patina effects. Join me to get started on transforming your pieces with these fun effects!
Need more ideas for a Steampunk journal? Check out my past videos in this playlist:
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[@kerynokeeffe9133]

Thank you, Kathleen. It’s really great to have both methods covering all things metal! Those beads were trying to test you! 😘😂😂 Love and big hugs! 😀💞

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@kerynokeeffe9133 My pleasure Keryn - I’m so glad you enjoyed it, especially the beads, haha! It’s why my hands are always stained. I hate using gloves, haha. Thanks for the support!

[@carlettasharp5821]

Kathleen, thanks for showing another process that takes just a couple of things we already have around the house, or can buy at a dollar tree, that will make a difference in a journal!! Carletta ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@carlettasharp5821 my pleasure Carletta! I’m glad you find this helpful. Thanks so much for watching.

[@teresazuehls783]

Thank you for sharing the different ways to "rust" and the precautions too.❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@teresazuehls783 my pleasure Teresa! Thanks so much for coming by!

[@BonnieLipke]

Wow, didnt know it was this easy!!! thanks for your wisdom Kathleen! hugs

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@BonnieLipke Haha - hooray for easy! Thanks for coming by Bonnie!

[@wallcreekandrea5196]

Great Kathleen, I will try both methods, however, I think with alcohol inks there is quite a variety to expect. Thanks for sharing. Your tutorials are always a bonus!

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@wallcreekandrea5196 Yes, you are right Andrea. The rust is certainly more predictable in color. Thanks for watching!

[@nancypyter1511]

I always wondered how people rusted elements for journals. I have used alcohol inks to give the look, but never tried the real way. Thanks for showing it Kathleen!🥰

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@nancypyter1511 my pleasure Nancy! The paperclips are really soooo easy to do. I hope you’ll try some.

[@mindybeveridge8377]

Thank you for sharing these two techniques. I hadn't thought about trying to rust charms! Hope you are having a great day!

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@mindybeveridge8377 Thanks so much Mindy! I hope you are enjoying the weekend also.

[@caroltanzi29]

Kathleen: thanks for the tips. Carol from California

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@caroltanzi29 My pleasure Carol! Thanks always for watching and for the support!

[@MessyPaperCrafter]

I love using the leftover solution for staining paper. It’s the most beautiful color and if you add more salt in the paper, it makes a super rad texture. It’s all about experimenting. I like to let the paper soak with the rusted things to leave an imprint of them on the paper. It’s always a fun surprise as to what I’ll get.

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@MessyPaperCrafter That sounds marvelous and I’ll bet you do have fun. Thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@elainet5870]

Helpful video using the two methods! 😃

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@elainet5870 Thanks so much Elaine! I’m glad to be helpful.

[@lauragaudry3402]

Great process! Hugs and blessings, 🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@BeAgainBooks]

I'm glad it was helpful Laura! Thanks for stopping by!

[@dawnklein106]

I have never done this. Thanks for the tutorial. ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@dawnklein106 Well, I hope you’ll try it Dawn! Thank you for watching.

[@lornabee309]

Thanks for sharing! Will definitely be trying this.

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@lornabee309 Yay! I’m so glad about that Lorna! I wish you perfect success!

[@sharminikamalikajayawarden7541]

Wonderful!

[@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore]

Wow, so much quicker than my method of just letting things soak in water for hours lol. I have a jar of rust water in my fridge from last time. I've used home made inks to color paperclips etc . Love how you just put it all together so easily. Beautiful results ♥☺♥

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore It is pretty quick Joan! If the metal pieces are actually metal, haha. Thank you so much for watching!

[@DarlaPhillips92]

Thank you so much for showing this. I’ve never tried this before, but I’m going to soon 😊

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@DarlaPhillips92 I’m glad you will Darla - it’s easy and fun!

[@craftinontheback40]

SO LOVING THIS SERIES. TFS!! LOVE IT. sssSURE BLAME THE DAUGHTER LMAOROFL. LOVE YA

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@craftinontheback40 Oh I am so glad April! That makes me happy!

[@abbyculver2588]

So cool. ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@abbyculver2588 thank you Abby! I’m glad you think so!

[@creativenana]

Thank you very much

[@carolbeeding4270]

😍❤️

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Carol!

[@jacobculver1570]

❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@jacobculver1570 Thank you Jacob!

[@belindasmith9739]

Can you do this without peroxide? It’s not something I want to buy a big bottle of.

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@belindasmith9739 The key ingredient in the hydrogen peroxide is the “oxide” part. The oxygen atoms in the hydrogen peroxide exchange with the iron atoms in the metal and produce rust. But there are also oxygen atoms in both air and water, so rust will happen without the peroxide, in the presence of water and air, but it will be a much slower process. The vinegar corrodes the surface of the metal, exposing the iron to the other elements, so it is there to speed up the process. I don’t really know what role the salt plays, but my experience is that the rust happens quicker when you use more salt. SO, the answer to your question is yes, you can do without peroxide, if you have time.

[@markpaige4795]

❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

@@markpaige4795 Thank you so much Karen!