Shellac Flakes (1/2 Lb). Shellac flakes are a natural resin that is used in jewelry making as an adhesive or as a coating. They are derived from the secretions of the female lac insect and are available in a range of colors, including clear and amber. Some of the best uses for shellac flakes in jewelry making include: Setting stones: Shellac can be used to hold stones in place while they are being set. It can be applied to the prongs of a setting and then the stone can be pressed into place. Attaching findings: Shellac can be used to attach findings such as ear wires or jump rings to a piece of jewelry. It can be applied to the back of the finding and then pressed onto the surface of the jewelry. Coating: Shellac can be used to coat metal surfaces to protect them from tarnish or oxidation. It can be applied with a brush or sprayed on using an airbrush. Some unique uses for shellac flakes in jewelry making include: Creating a resist: Shellac can be used as a resist when etching metal. It can be applied to the surface of the metal to create a protective barrier, which will prevent the acid from etching that area. Coloring metal: Shellac flakes can be mixed with alcohol and used to color metal surfaces. This technique is often used to add a patina or antique finish to a piece of jewelry. Creating patterns: Shellac can be used to create patterns or designs on metal surfaces. It can be applied to the surface of the metal and then engraved or stamped to create a design.

Shellac Flakes (1/2 Lb)

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Shellac Flakes (1/2 Lb).

Shellac flakes are a natural resin that is used in jewelry making as an adhesive or as a coating. They are derived from the secretions of the female lac insect and are available in a range of colors, including clear and amber.

Some of the best uses for shellac flakes in jewelry making include:

  1. Setting stones: Shellac can be used to hold stones in place while they are being set. It can be applied to the prongs of a setting and then the stone can be pressed into place.

  2. Attaching findings: Shellac can be used to attach findings such as ear wires or jump rings to a piece of jewelry. It can be applied to the back of the finding and then pressed onto the surface of the jewelry.

  3. Coating: Shellac can be used to coat metal surfaces to protect them from tarnish or oxidation. It can be applied with a brush or sprayed on using an airbrush.

Some unique uses for shellac flakes in jewelry making include:

  1. Creating a resist: Shellac can be used as a resist when etching metal. It can be applied to the surface of the metal to create a protective barrier, which will prevent the acid from etching that area.

  2. Coloring metal: Shellac flakes can be mixed with alcohol and used to color metal surfaces. This technique is often used to add a patina or antique finish to a piece of jewelry.

  3. Creating patterns: Shellac can be used to create patterns or designs on metal surfaces. It can be applied to the surface of the metal and then engraved or stamped to create a design.