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| photo copyright Karin Corbin 2009 |
The working window latches are just about done. I can see that I need to move the catches on the upper and lower edges over to the right a little more. Digital cameras are so fantastic to use for an instant critique. It really gives you a fresh perspective and virtual set of eyes that have not been staring at a miniature part for far too long.
The handle in the center of the latch is a fragment of one of the Vintag brass findings I got at the Fusion Bead store in Seattle the other day. The brass rod has a darkening patina applied to it. No bling allowed on this dollhouse but there is a richness of texture and detail that tells its own story in this structure.
In case you are wondering about scale the brass rod I used is 1/32" in diameter.
While they are not a replica copy of any particular window latch they are of the early style that was found on old houses. They will do nicely.
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