Metal Pattern Placement

This instructable will detail one way to transfer a durable pattern onto metal for engraving, piercing etc.

To complete this instructable you will need the following materials:

A piece of metal sheet brass/copper/silver/whatever
Paper Towel
Acetone
A Photocopy of the design you wish to transfer

Step 1 Get Your Photocopy

For this technique to work copier toner is the best way to do it. The toner from most multifunction machines will work as well, but not as nicely. Inkjet ink will not work.

and place it copy side down on the metal.

Comments

[eckmur10]

Just in time! I am doing a hobby project that will require a
pattern tapped onto sheet copper. I had dreamed of a couple
ways to accomplish this but all were a dream transferred into a nightmare. With this I can finish the project rather than toss into trash. Thank you. eckmur10

[lafnbear]

Very clever! Favorited.

[celtic_smith]

Thanks,

I'm glad you enjoyed it!