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How can i dip crochet pieces in silver or gold?and where can i purchase liquid gold and silver?

my daughter is getting married soon and i want to make her crochet jewellry from thread then dip it in silver so it becomes a keepsake, i would appreciate your help and instructions to do so also i am not sure where i can purchase liquid silver and gold . thanks in advance for your assistance, sincerely "crafaddict"

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1. I think I would starch it and block it into the finished shape, then spray paint it with one of the really nice spray paints, Several light coats would be good. Or you could "starch" it with varnish, then do highlighting with the paste silver or gold? You might even take the gold leaf or silver leaf and press it on after starching and blocking while the things are still wet.
2. Just some ideas for you. You could make the jewelry out of metallic crochet thread and then have it bronzed if she won't be wearing it after the wedding. Or crochet the pieces and get some paint that they paint model cars and planes with and brush it on or dip it. But, it might be too messy to shape the pieces to dry.
3. I've never heard of that being done. If you were planning to have it dipped before being worn, I think a master jeweler would probably look at the finished crochet item and make jewelry out of gold or silver with the same pattern. If the dipping was for the keepsake aspect, you would probably have to go the bronze route. .
4. Have you considered crocheting with wire? http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11398463 I saw a picture of earrings made with a small granny square that had a gem stone suspended from one corner. Very cute,
5. Here's a lady who uses clear embossing powder on tatted items. It's possible you'd be able to do something similar with gold or silver embossing powder. Here's the link. http://www.paradisetreasures.com/emboss.html
6. You do realize that "liquid silver and gold" is going to be at temperatures of 1000+ degrees Fahrenheit, which will pretty well melt your piece and contaminate the metal. Some alternate ideas: 1) use silver wire. This can be done, but you might want to try it in copper first--it takes a bit to get the knack. I strongly recommend this route--stick to smaller gauge wires, though (18g or smaller). There are books available on this subject. 2) use a metallic thread. 3) crochet your piece in yarn, then get a jeweler to cast it. You probably won't have the same detail, as the yarn will have to be sealed with something waterproof, like wax, in order to make a workable mold.