What is Steampunk?...
Wikipedia defines Steampunk as "a subgenre of fantasy and speculative fiction that came into prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. The term denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still widely used-usually the 19th century, and often set in Victorian era England-but with prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, or real technological developments like the computer occurring at an earlier date. Other examples of steampunk contain alternate history-style presentations of "the path not taken" of such technology as dirigibles or analog computers; these frequently are presented in an idealized light, or a presumption of functionality.
Steampunk is often associated with cyberpunk and shares a similar fanbase and theme of rebellion, but developed as a separate movement (though both have considerable influence on each other). Apart from time period and level of technological development, the main difference between cyberpunk and steampunk is that steampunk settings usually tend to be less obviously dystopian than cyberpunk, or lack dystopian elements entirely.
Various modern utilitarian objects have been modded by individual craftpersons into a pseudo-Victorian mechanical "steampunk" style, and a number of visual and musical artists have been described as steampunk."
Steampunk Supplies
Steampunk jewelry and art is one of the hottest crazes on Etsy and Ebay.In this lens, I will show you where to get Steampunk supplies and give examples as ideas for creating your own Steampunk jewelry and art. Create for yourself, friends, family or resale!
Steampunk Supplies:
watch parts/dials
vintage keys
skeleton keys
metal filigrees
vintage metal door hardware
watch part images
glue
resin
jewelry parts like cuff links or adjustable rings.
How to start creating...
Since there is no set way of creating an unique piece I will show pieces I have created and how I did them...your artistic interpretation will show in your unique creations.To adhere metal to metal I hear E6000 glue is one of the best and to cover metal bits I use resin (glue gears into place 1st or when you apply the resin they will move around and float into a different position changing your art).
Earrings
This pair of Steampunk earrings were listed & sold on Etsy.I created them with diamond shaped metal filigrees, and watch dials which I crackled (click HERE for crackle lens)...then I finished them with earring hooks.
Pendants & Necklaces
This Steampunk necklace and pendant was also SOLD on Etsy.Again, I created them with the diamond shaped metal filigrees, placing them end to end and attaching with glue and a brad. I crackled and stained a large watch dial. For added texture and dimension I added an old clock hand.
This Steampunk style pendant and necklace was created with a Victorian style frame filigree. I painted the center of it black (acrylic paint) so the various silver watch parts and gears would stand out. I arranged several different watch gears and parts within the oval center the way I liked, affixing them with glue.Once the glue was dry I sealed with resin. After 48 hrs drying time, the pendant was ready to attach to chain and embellished with a vintage style mini lock and key.
This piece was later re-vamped into a brooch pendant and SOLD on Etsy .
The Victorian style Steampunk pendant and necklace shown at the very top of this lens and on the right was created with a Victorian circle metal filigree, crackled watch dial, clock hand and other gears and parts.It too was Sold on Etsy.
More Earrings
Want to try your hand at Steampunk jewelry?For affordable supplies and kits check out my Greatmusings supplies on Etsy
These earrings were created with gold toned watch parts and clock hands.
They are available in my Etsy store.
Some of my many Steampunk supplies
on Etsy, if sold contact me, maybe I have more!
WIP (a work in progress)
Here are 2 different pendant/necklaces. They are still a "work in progress".Look for them to be listed in my Etsy Shop soon.
Both created with vintage watch casings, added gears and parts and matching chain. To finish them off I will add charms or additional watch parts below the main pendant.
Another Work in Progress
I hope you have enjoyed my lens on steampunk jewelry & art.Maybe you are inspired enough to create some yourself! Happy Creating!
Cuff link supplies...
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Who's talking about Steampunk on Twitter?
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- mlplaura
- Who doesn't love a bit of steampunk to further nerdify your already nerdy obsessions. <3
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- ScrupulousKatt
- I am a fan of steampunk fashion and idealism. I think the clothing styles are amazing. I want some of these fashions
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- dspringfield
- Perhaps this is a symptom of reading too much contemporary fantasy. Good thing the current writing project is steampunk-ish.
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- steampunkrj
- Sidewise, HQ SteamPunk de @iggynore p/ a DC Comics http://zudacomics.com/sidewise
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- Sidewise, HQ SteamPunk de @iggynore p/ a DC Comics http://zudacomics.com/sidewise
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Steampunk to me...
is like Edward Sissorhands meets Mary Reilly...
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Steampunk Stuff on Amazon
My art on quality CafePress products...
Large Framed HOPE Print
Give someone the message of HOPE with this beautiful print of my original collage.
HOPE Postcards (Package of 8)
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Can't wait to hear what you think...
HorseAndPony wrote...
I had no idea. I love the piece in your intro image. It is beautiful.
science_fiction_novels_cyberpunk wrote...
Your jewelry is charming... Lovely lens! 5*
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Janusz wrote...
Steampunk! Cool, it takes real talent to make that sort of Jewelry.. Blessed by a Squid Angel :)
More about this Steampunk seller of supplies & creations:
Lensmaster alteredkat, aka Kat ., has been a member since January 23 2008, has rated 1,045 lenses, favorited 190, and has created 43 lenses from scratch. This member's top-ranked page is "How to make a Scrabble Tile Pendant". See all my lenses
My Bio
I am AlteredKat. I love creating art + jewelry.
I also sell art supplies to artists + scrapbookers to help with bills as I am a WAHM who loves her #1 job of raising the kids.
In between altering art + laundry, you'll find me in the kitchen; cooking + baking The only tv I watch is Survivor. I'd rather be geo-caching with the fam.
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