Lantern (the end)

Done! I brought it back home on Tuesday and applied the patina yesterday. The lid took much longer to assemble than I thought. Also, I broke one large purple piece so I had to re-cut/grind and copper foil it. Luckily, I had enough glass left to cut another piece!
The teacher helped me for the finishing touches (especially making sure the lead is smooth) as it is not my strong point yet (it comes with practice I've been told) and it takes me ages (so I would not have been able to take it home).
This is it before the patina...

and after:


The lead is silver when it's just been melted but then it becomes greyish. The patina I used gives a black finish. There is another type of patina that gives a copper finish.
So, now, I just have to put a candle in :o) Actually, I was thinking putting a photovoltaic cells instead to have a sun powered lantern (on the same principle as the "sun jar"). I should have a trip to the DIY shop one of these days...

My next project is a mirror for my cousin's wedding. I made the design myself :o) and I will incorporate some mosaic ceramic tiles with the glass.
There is no class next week, teacher is on holiday :o(, so you will have to be patient (I'll try not to forget the camera next time).