Monthly Archives: January 2016

Shibuichi Longhorn Beetle Hobo Nickel Tutorial

Posted on January 20, 2016 by metal_musings

Starting a new project, a Hobo Nickel with a shibuichi Japanese-style inlay of a longhorn beetle. I’ve been watching Ford Hallam (https://www.facebook.com/Ford-Hallam-Following-the-Iron-Br…/) make his lovely metal inlays, and have been taking his advice to “steal with my eyes.” I think … Continue reading →

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Inlaid Shibuichi “Slimy Snail” Hobo Nickel Tutorial

Posted on January 3, 2016 by metal_musings

Starting a new project, a Hobo Nickel with a shibuichi Japanese-style snail inlay. I’ve been watching Ford Hallam (https://www.facebook.com/Ford-Hallam-Following-the-Iron-Br…/) make his lovely metal inlays, and have been taking his advice to “steal with my eyes.”  I think I’ve broken the … Continue reading →

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