Silver Clay With Vintage Press Moulds - 4th April
Silver metal clay is a wonderful material that can be shaped and textured just like ceramic clay. Made from silver particles mixed with organic binders and water which, when fired, burn away to leave beautiful fine silver. Learn to combine silver clay with beautiful, glittering, synthetic gemstones and create subtle, textured and sparkling charms or earrings.
CLASS DETAILS
Date: 4th April 2026
Time: 10.30 - 4.00
Venue: Nottingham Jewellery School, Unit 28, Block D, Hartley Business Centre, Nottingham.
Tutor: Alys Power
Max class size: 8
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Who is this class suitable for?
Beginners or more experienced makers who would like an introduction to using silver clay and press moulding. No previous experience in silver clay, silver smithing or jewellery making is required.
metal clay.What will I make?
You will make a set of charms, a pendant or earrings. You'll have 7 grams of silver clay to use as you choose.
What will I learn?
You will learn about the properties and techniques required to work with silver clay. How to prepare the clay and mould to get a clean impression, dry the clay ready for sintering and how to fire it with a butane hand torch to transform it from a pliable clay to a piece of solid silver. You'll learn how to refine and finish your work and polish, burnish or oxidise for a beautiful result.
What is included?
All tools and equipment are provided. All tools and equipment are included. A block of polymer clay, to practice with, and 7g of silver metal clay are provided, along with a necklace chain and jump rings to attach the charms. Extra silver metal clay will be available to buy on the day.
Terms and Conditions
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Classes are suitable for age 16+
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Your booking fee secures your place - we cannot reserve places without payment.
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If we cancel or alter the content, time or location of a class you will be offered a full refund or the option to switch to another class.
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You have the statutory 14 days to cancel or amend your booking. After this time a 50% refund or the option to switch to another class will be offered, if cancelled more than one month before the class.
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No refunds or exchanges will be offered less then one month before the class commences.
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