Precious Metal Clay Jewellery - Xuella Arnold

Precious metal clay (PMC) is a completely new way of working with metal. It consists of microscopic particles of silver dust held in a binder which can be moulded and sculpted just like clay. The beauty is that once dried out and fired, it fuses together to produce hallmark quality silver.

The Course (Two days)

Over the weekend students will be able to design and make their own unique pieces of silver jewellery such as pendants, earrings and charms. Various techniques will be covered including rolling, texturing and cutting the clay. On the first day students will learn how to make a silicone rubber mould which can be used with PMC to create earrings (matching!) or a pendant. Expert tuition will also cover stone setting, shaping and creating hollow forms. A small kiln will be available in the studio. Xuella will demonstrate how to fire your pieces and offer advice on further projects to continue at home.

Tutor: Xuella Arnold

Xuella has been designing and making jewellery for 20 years, in both traditionally made silver and in PMC. She sells her work at craft fairs and in galleries nationwide and is an experienced tutor.  In 2008 her book on PMC was published.

Materials

The cover charge of £25 per person includes 16gm PMC3, PMC slip, silicone moulding material, silver wire, use of tools and kiln. More clay will be available to buy at an additional cost if desired together with silver chain and fittings.