1. Cut and Pierce: Using a jeweler’s saw

3. Why is the outer frame so important for this design in relation to a stencil?

4. What is more important: the positive space Negative space Or Both?

9. Which is the flower design? Negative or positive space

10. What do you notice about the middle bird’s feet? How is the space between its legs still attached?

11. Sawing Exercise challenge: The finished design will be a circle cut from a square piece of copper (2”x2”). The initial (letter) must have at least one 90 degree angle. The letter will be the negative space in the design. The initial tag will be filed and sanded to establish a finished look. Consider the use of positive and negative space to create a successful design. Step 1. Begin to brainstorm letter ideas. Create a minimum of three completed sketches using the circle templates to draw your design.