Precious Metal Clay

Facilitator: Sr. Mary Em McGlone, MMS, BSN, CMT

 PRECIOUS METAL CLAY (PMC) PMC is silver-embedded clay, which, when shaped and fired in a kiln, becomes a beautiful piece of Fine Silver (.999) jewelry. Pendant made by a class participant Remember the fun you had playing with clay? The need we have to express our creativity does not stop with childhood, but it may get buried under “more important things”. These classes will give you the opportunity to rediscover your creativity, and you will have lovely pieces of jewelry to remind you of the joy of creative expression.

Intro to PRECIOUS METAL CLAY (PMC)
Saturday, September 22
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fee: $150, includes silver clay.
Class maximum: 8
Learn the basics of PMC ~ rolling, cutting, impressing, etc., by making a pendant and ring. No experience is required.

MAKING a PMC PENDANT & EARRINGS
Sunday, November 11
10:00 am - 5:30 pm 1 eve. is required for the finishing process
Fee: $150, includes silver clay.
Class maximum: 8
Prerequisite: Intro to PMC 1
 Using the cabachons made yesterday (or they can be purchased in class) we will make at least 1 pendant and earring set of a design inspired by the beauty of the glass. Makes a great Christmas gift - for yourself or someone else.

FUSING DICHROIC GLASS
Saturday, November 10
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fee: $100, includes glass
Class maximum: 8
Dichroic glass was developed by NASA for its reflective/ refractive qualities. The jewel-like colors change with the light. We will cut and assemble pieces to make unique cabochons which, when fused in a kiln, can be set in PMC, or to add a silver finding for hanging on a cord or chain. 

The fee for both Saturday & Sunday is $200, and includes glass and silver clay supplies. All necessary tools will be available in class. Firing is done by the instructor. “Lab Nights” can be scheduled for those who wish to continue developing their skills