Introduction To Silver Clay - 8th June

Silver metal clay is a wonderful material that can be shaped and textured just like ceramic clay. Made from silver particles mixed with organic binders and water which, when fired, burn away to leave beautiful fine silver. Silver metal clay enables jewellers to create organic shapes and to experiment with moulds and textures quickly and easily. Creating with silver clay is great fun and pretty magical when you see the fine silver suddenly appear after firing.
 
CLASS DETAILS
Date: 8th June 2024
Time: 10.30 - 4.00
Venue: Nottingham Jewellery School, Unit 28, Block D, Hartley Business Centre, Nottingham.
Tutor: Susannah Brookes
Max class size: 8
 
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Who is this class suitable for?
Beginners or more experienced makers who would like an introduction to using silver
metal clay.
What will I make?
You will make a set of charms for a necklace. You will be able to choose your own design
– either pebble-shaped, or using different shaped cutters. You will decorate the charms
by applying textures or a stamp.
What will I learn?
You will learn about the characteristics of silver metal clay and the basic techniques
which will enable you to create simple designs. These include rolling, texturing and
marking, and finishing and firing. You will start by practising these techniques using
polymer clay and when you feel confident you will apply them to silver metal clay.
What is included?
All tools and equipment are provided. All tools and equipment are included. A block of polymer clay and 10g of silver metalclay are provided, along with a necklace chain and jump rings to attach the charms.Extra silver metal clay will be available to buy on the day.