Wednesday, June 16, 2010

The 2nd project in my Metal Clay Jewelry Class. We learned how to create a pendant, set a stone with a bezel and add a bail. It sounds so easy, right?!?! The J was added with a "syringe." It is just like decorating a cake! The 99.9% pure silver pendant was finished in a tumbler to add extra shine. It was a lot of fun and hard work. I definitely need more practice!

Friday, June 4, 2010

Art Clay Silver

These earrings are my first experiment in using Art Clay. The clay starts out just like a ball of putty. You cut or mold it into the shape and style you want. When your design is complete, you fire the piece in a kiln. The firing process removes the binding clay material and you are left with 99% pure silver. Remarkable!
These earrings are made with pure silver art clay stamped with a coral design and finished with wire wrapped red coral briolettes.
More designs to come!