Keum-Boo

Keum-Boo is an ancient Korean gilding technique for applying 24K gold to silver. You might also see it written as 금부 (if you read Korean), Geumbu, Kum-Boo, or Kum-Bu). The name basically means “attached gold”.

I think the hardest part about this wonderful technique is the name. It is surprisingly easy - the results are amazing, but it really is so easy to learn. And, you don't need expensive equipment or a fancy studio to get started. All you need is heat, some gold foil, and a sense of adventure.

I love the combination of gold and silver. Whether it is left highly polished, satin or brush finished, or with a patina, I think it is so very beautiful. The gold adds a little drama, and really draws your eye to it. And of course, adding gold

to your silver will add real value, a benefit I think everyone appreciates when it comes to selling!

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Happy making!
Petra