Metal Clay Jewelry by Michela Verani

Level: Beginner
Requirements: None
Program: Winter
Status: Open
Length: 2 Days
Tuition: $ 350
Only $ 332.5 for registration before 24 February 2012
Materials: $ 90
Date: March 24, 2012 - March 25, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Metalwerx

Have you always wanted to learn to make jewelry but never had the time? If that is the case, this condensed two day exploration of metal clay techniques may be your ideal solution. Silver metal clay is a unique form of silver. It looks and behaves like clay, but when fired using a torch or kiln, it becomes a pure silver object.

Learn the basics of working with silver metal clay by making one-of-a-kind earrings and pendant. Skills covered include stamping, cutting, creating a bail, setting stones (directly fired into the clay!) as well as finishing methods.

In addition, come to understand the history of silver metal clay, its working characteristics and necessary tools. Students will also be presented with handouts documenting this information, a bibliography, and a complete list of suppliers.

If you'd like to see more of Michela's work, please visit her website www.everlastingtreasures.org

Materials & Tools

There is a $90 materials fee, payable when signing up, which includes two 20 gram packages of Art Clay Silver.

Students who like to work large, may require additional clay. It will be available for purchase as necessary at class. In addition, stones will also be available for purchase at class - expect to spend about $5 on stones that can be fired in place.

Student Can Bring:

Tool kits are provided for use during class, but students can bring their favorite tools if desired.