Become an Artist using Metal Clay

This presentation will help you to know the basics of how Metal Clay works. Discover the secret behind this amazing clay and how it transforms into solid silver. This resource will give you a list of tools, where to find all your materials and other tips and tricks. It includes a list of clever alternatives for tools and how you can use simple objects around the house to start working in Metal Clay.

Learn how to select the perfect leaf to use in this project. You will be introduced to basic concepts and tools before you will apply the first layer of clay to your leaf.

In this video you will start applying the first layer of clay to your leaf. You will learn the importance of drying the clay and how to do it. Other tips will help you achieve success in getting the best result as you continue adding layers.

This video will reinforce what you have learned in the previous one. You will see how your work of art is taking shape layer by layer as you continue to add more clay to your leaf and drying it in between.

This lesson will prepare you to fire your piece and what to prepare for this process. You will experience the transformation of the clay and see how it transforms into solid silver in just a few seconds.

In this lesson you will continue to learn how to use more tools as you are introduced to new techniques to apply the finishing touches to your piece. You will learn how to sand, burnish and oxidize your piece before it is ready to wear or sell.

This handy step-by-step worksheet will refresh your memory about this project. It is full of all this basic steps we have done in these video lessons. It includes the list of tools needed, images and clever tips to keep in mind. Print it out and keep it at hand the next time you want to start a new project.

Join this next course and start making your own silver jewelry! You will learn how to make a silver signet ring with a carved detail. The wonderful thing about working in Metal Clay is that you can do it in the comfort of your own home, no dedicated studio space required and no previous jewelry experience needed either! Start living the creative life you have always dreamed of.