Class booking dates
Getting started with silver clay: Saturday 28 September 2024
Getting started with silver clay: Saturday 28 September 2024
Time: 10am -5pm
A reminder of what you'll learn on the course:
The science behind silver clay
The different types of silver clay
How to roll silver clay to a consistent thickness
Using textures to pattern the clay
Cutting the clay using cutters
Making holes in the clay
Refining dry silver clay
Hand and kiln firing silver clay
Polishing silver clay to a mirror shine
We'll also learn all about mould making with silicone moulding compound and how to use your moulds to produce silver jewels.
At the end of the class you will leave with your finished piece(s) of silver jewellery, and at least one silicone mould.
The course includes your tuition, 10g of Art Clay Silver, silicone moulding compound, a goody bag with basic elements that will allow you to make more jewellery at home and the choice of either a sterling silver chain or earring wires.
Refreshments (tea, coffee, biscuits - you would need to bring your own packed lunch or you can have lunch in the garden centre’s lovely cafe) are also included.