Con--Client may select an older style or theme from your portfolio that you have grown out of.

Pro--Intellectual challenge of designing with constraints.

Con--Client may request colors you don't normally use outside your comfort zone.

Pro--Guaranteed sale.

Con--Possible that you won't want to include it in your portfolio because it "sticks out" or you feel like too much of your aesthetic was compromised to make it.

Pro--When the client gets exactly what they want and are happy.

Been considering silver plating by liquid solution on glass for a few years. Mindful that it always tarnishes, I'm thinking about how to seal it without using typical mirror primer. I need something clear. I'm going to try my usual adhesive first; however, it has a vinegar smell. It's been years since I've worked with silver patinas and can't remember how mild acids react with it. I don't think the adhesive contains any sulfers.

I'm thinking of plating on the concave side of the chargers--the bead mosaics will be on the convex side. Inspired by the design of a tiny compact makeup compact cover by Line Vautrin:

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I have four or five chargers. They'll each have a different color. They will be wall pieces. I haven't figured out what hardware to use for hanging yet.