Make professional-looking metal jewellery and accessories without
investing in silversmithing tools, equipment and training, with
this essential guide to working with precious metal clay. Metal
clay is a magical material: real metal in clay form that can be
modelled and then fired to turn it into pure metal. It has taken
the crafting world by storm in the past 20 years and its
versatility and accessibility means it is used by professional
jewellery makers and hobbyists alike. Metal clay is available in
many different types - silver, copper, bronze and even steel. It
can be sculpted, modelled, moulded, rolled into sheets, cut into
shapes, woven, braided and carved to produce an endless array of
forms and effects. Equipment needed is minimal and you will
probably have most of the simple tools in your home already. This
book concentrates on silver clay which is the easiest kind to use
because it can be fired without a kiln. After drying the clay, it
is fired using either a small blow torch, a gas hob, or camping gas
and in five minutes or less the clay becomes pure 999 silver that
can be hallmarked. This book will show you how to master all the
basic techniques of working with metal clay while later chapters
cover more advanced techniques. Twenty gorgeous projects are shown
in detail with clear step-by-step photographs. There are pendants,
necklaces, earrings, bracelets, charms, brooches, beads, cufflinks
and rings and many of the projects give alternative ideas for
developing your skills. Embellishment techniques are shown in
detail from setting stones and gilding to enamelling with resin,
adding inlay, engraving, and oxidising for luscious colours.
Whatever your skill level and whatever your craft style you will
find this a rich and inspiring guide with tried-and-tested
techniques explained in detail, as well as the cutting edge of
metal clay creativity and materials. A few projects that need kiln
firing are given at the end of the book to show what can be
achieved if you decide to go further with this fabulous material.
Author Sue Heaser is a prolific crafter who has written over 18
books on the subjects of jewellery making, polymer clay, metal clay
and miniatures. Her expert guidance will give even the beginner the
confidence and the inspiration to start a love affair with metal
clay and all its creative possibilities.
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