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Caring for Copper, Brass and Bronze by Empire Copper

Caring for your Copper, Brass or Bronze piece(s) can be done using a variety of methods and household products. Here are some common, Empire Copper approved techniques.
May 19, 2023 — Elizabeth Fleming
OUR NEW BRONZE COLLECTION

OUR NEW BRONZE COLLECTION

Bronze is considered a metal of the high arts and, has been gifted as a traditional 8th Anniversary gift for hundreds of years (dating back to the 18th Century). This is where we come in.
September 01, 2022 — Elizabeth Fleming
4 of our Favourite Custom Copper Projects to Date

4 of our Favourite Custom Copper Projects to Date

Over the last couple of years, we've had the pleasure of making some really cool custom pieces for clients all over the world. Here are some of our favourites...
May 14, 2022 — Elizabeth Fleming
Mother's Day Feature: Meet Beth's Mum - Susan

Mother's Day Feature: Meet Beth's Mum - Susan

My favourite thing about being a mum has been and still is watching how my children have grown to love and respect not only myself and their father but also each other.
April 19, 2022 — Elizabeth Fleming
Get to Know Me - Cam Edition

Get to Know Me - Cam Edition

Over the years, I've had many hobbies such as BMX, fire spinning, powerlifting and working on whatever car I had at the time; currently a Cerulean Blue 1964 XM Ford Falcon.
April 12, 2022 — Cameron Hayes
Mother's Day Feature: Meet Cam's Mum - Marianne

Mother's Day Feature: Meet Cam's Mum - Marianne

My favourite thing about being a mum, is when my children come to visit me and they give me a great big “Great to see you mum” hug.
April 08, 2022 — Elizabeth Fleming
Get to Know Me - Beth Edition

Get to Know Me - Beth Edition

Hi everyone, you may have been here before but I thought I would re-introduce myself / share a little update for those who are new. Whilst we had been sharing bi-monthly feature artist blogs in 2022, it suddenly came to us that neither Cam nor I, had really introduced ourselves.
January 23, 2022 — Elizabeth Fleming
Empire Copper turns 2

Empire Copper turns 2

You might think it crazy but the day the sale began, I cried. I was (and still am) feeling so grateful for all of you.
October 30, 2021 — Elizabeth Fleming
10 Fun Copper Facts That We Bet You Didn't Know!

10 Fun Copper Facts That We Bet You Didn't Know!

This blog post is intended to educate, if you have any questions or feedback after reading this, please don't hesitate to reach out.
October 17, 2021 — Elizabeth Fleming
The Moscow Mule

The Moscow Mule

A Moscow Mule is a cocktail that is typically made with: Vodka, Ginger Beer and Lime Juice, served in a Copper Mug and garnished with Lime and Mint. 
September 25, 2021 — Elizabeth Fleming
CLINQ - Copper Barware

CLINQ - Copper Barware

As a self proclaimed perfectionist and with a mission to bring to market sophisticated and luxurious copper barware, we knew Lucy's brand CLINQ was for us.
August 16, 2021 — Elizabeth Fleming
What is a Patina or, Patination?

What is a Patina or, Patination?

In a clean, natural environment, it can take up to 30 years to achieve the iconic green "verdigris" patina that copper is known for. Similar results can be achieved through forced/controlled patination in as little as a few days, with deeper and more colourful patinas taking longer.

July 11, 2021 — Cameron Hayes