Introduction to Metal Clay

Metal Clay is an amazing material that you mold and shape like clay. When it is fired in a kiln*, the organic binder burns off, and you are left with pure metal. In this two day, 12 hour class, you will make (at least) a pendant and/or earrings while you learn the basics of how to use the clay, rolling, texturing, shaping, setting a facetted (synthetic) stone & finishing. The instructor provides the tools that you’ll need in-class, so all that you need to purchase is the  clay itself. Tools are available for purchase for creating at home.

*Firing services will be offered by Mountain Gems for pieces you make after the class ends.

Required Tools and Materials:

• Copper Clay
• Copper Clay Syringe
• a 2mm & 2 larger (3-5mm) Cubic Zirconias

Optional Tools and Materials:

• PMC3 Fine Silver Clay (optional for the second day of class)
• Castaldo Quik-Sil Molding Putty (small container)
• Brass Brush
• Dental Tools
• Finishing Tools including needle files

Provided Tools and Materials (kits are available for purchase):

• Roller
• Burnisher
• Tweezers
• Clean Up Tool
• Wipe Out Tool
• Craft Knife
• Pin Tool
• Spatula
• Steel Scraper
• 2 Cannisters (for collecting scraps & storing clay when not in use)
• Paint brush
• Snake Roller Tool
• A deck of cards
• Spray Bottle
• Emery Boards
• Steel Brush

Additional materials may be required