Silver Clay Taster Class

Service Description

Silver clay is a crafting medium consisting of very small particles of silver, mixed with an organic binder and water for use in making jewellery, it can be shaped just like any soft clay, by hand or using moulds, this is then dried out and fired to create a silver which is of a good enough standard to be hallmarked as fine silver. This is a 3 1/2 - 4 hour class designed for you to create lovely, shiny pendants and earrings using your favourite foliage to create gorgeous textures and patterns. Using foliage gathered from your favourite spots, maybe your garden, from along a regular dog walk, your local park or anywhere that means something to you. There will also be a huge range of texture plates and moulds available on the day to help create your pieces if you would prefer to go for maybe a more contemporary design, there is lots to help you create individual pieces on the day, and guidance on creating your own personal design. Depending on the size of the pieces that you want to make, there is enough silver clay included in the price to make a large pendant, or a smaller pendant and a pair of small matching earrings. Sterling silver wire will be included in the course materials to enable you to make earring wires for earrings, and for jump rings for the pendant, as well a silver chain. This course is not suitable for children under 16 years and anyone under the age of 18 years need to be accompanied by an adult also attending the course. Refreshments including hot and cold drinks, and snacks are provided on the day and included in the price of the course. All snacks are prepacked and include the ingredients on the packaging, please check them carefully if you have allergies. Vegan and vegetarian options are available, as are gluten free, but please check the package and be sure to be responsible for which snack you choose. I do hold a current CRB check and am up to date with current safeguarding legislation and guidance. All long hair needs to be tied back securely, and fully enclosed shoes need to be worn – sorry no flip flops even when the sun is shining! Please also be mindful not to wear anything too floaty such as scarves, so they cannot get caught in anything. Please also bring any glasses you might normally wear as some of the work is close up. If you would like this course as a gift, them please let me know and a voucher can be provided. Any special requests or needs, please do get in touch