March 15 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Beginners will make a sterling silver clay pendant, similar to the image above, featuring 2 heart shapes, 2 textures, 1-2 molded decorations, and a fired-in cup bezel for setting a cabochon. *Another shape can be subbed such as a circle, teardrop, oval, square, etc.
The image above shows an example for advanced students. Advanced clay artists will create a similar pendant with 2 contrasting slabs, one with a low to high relief, the other smooth and polished to a high shine. Slab shapes can be from templates or made by hand. Your personal choice of cabochon will be set with an attached fine silver bezel that will be filled with investment before firing.
Typically, pieces from Saturday classes are fired the following Tuesday. An informal day for finish work can be arranged; it is not required because class instructions will have the information you will need to finish your pendant at home.
Please Read: The class fee shown above does not include the metal clay or any other supplies. You will be charged for the metal clay the day of the class. All materials and tools for classes must be purchased at Beadoholique Bead Shop. This allows us to continue providing you with quality classes.
Materials and Supply list: Those who have completed prerequisite classes are expected to bring whatever extra materials, supplies and tools they need to complete the piece to the pre-fire stage. Please ask any questions via text ahead of class. Thank you.
| * = optional for you to bring ** = provided by instructor or the bead shop Materials & Supply list for beginner and advanced levels: Advanced level has extra items listed at the bottom of the list. Art Clay 950, 25gm pack *Syringe clay: for ease in creating a zigzag line texture Fine silver cup bezel, 4mm diameter, plain or serrated 4mm cabochon to fit the bezel (check for fit!) A non-stick work surface (any smooth board, place mat, or clay working board) Teflon sheets A release agent such as Silk, Cool Slip, ClayMate Distilled water in a fine mister bottle AND in a small bowl A small (not mini) and medium sized brush or water brush Clay hydrator Clay thickness frames (recommended) or slats used in rolling slabs Small acrylic roller Sharp pick (or bead reamer) for cutting 4mm and 5mm circle punch or plastic circle template with small circles *Thin spatula Xacto knife Tweezers for handling bezel cups and stones 6″ metal or plastic ruler Heart and/or other shape templates** Tissue blade 1-2 texturing plates and/or upholstery fabrics,** that will create appropriately sized textures for this size pendant (about 1″ to 1.5″). Note: 1 slab can be plain and polished to a good shine Clay forming/shaping tools: Clay shapers, toothpicks, small files Silicone molds for molding 1-2 extra embellishments** Cup warmer and a soldering screen to place over the top (to slow/prevent overheating/warping) Finishing tools for dry clay: cosmetic nail boards for sanding (in medium to fine grits), 3M foam sanding pad, a soft dry brush to dust pieces while sanding Pin vise with a 1mm and a 2mm wide drill bits for making a bail hole Beginner Post-firing tools: Soft brass brush ** Small hand files (6″) Burnisher (curved is a good starter type) Bezel setter tool Polishing papers** ADVANCED level notes, extra tools & materials: *optional / provided** In the green state, the class model for advanced measures approx 1″x2″. Paper, pencil, and scissors to make a pattern if you do not use templates Torch and fuel Soldering station, block, and soldering tweezers Circle punches, various sizes, to open up the back for shrinkage during firing Fine sandpapers: 600, 800, 1000, and 1200 grits Cabochon should be a minimum of 10mm at the widest or in height and in good proportion for your design. Any shape. Fine silver bezel wire to fit your stone Miter vise and hand files Small mandrel* Investment** | Techniques Used: Metal clay Skill Level: Beginner Prerequisite: None Instructor: Shauna Three ways to sign up: Click here Send me an email Give me a call at 832-674-9005 |
Please Read:
1. Classes will begin on time! All students must arrive early for class. Even if you have already purchased supplies for the class, it takes time for everyone to set up and settle in. Students arriving late will need to re-schedule. Please be respectful of others by arriving early for class.
2. All beads, materials, and tools are available for purchase at the bead shop. We appreciate you purchasing materials and tools at the bead shop so that we may continue offering you the best classes around.
