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Make textures for metal clay with silicon mold compound

Nov 28, 2011

Two Part Silicon mold compound has a variety of uses. Molds can be made from just about anything, of course my favorites are sticks, leaves, and other natural items. However, you can make molds of antique buttons, old toy parts, and even potato chips, the list is endless! If you are interested in how to

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Metal Clay Repairs

Nov 24, 2011

by patrikkusek

In:Metal Clay Tips

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Metal Clay Repairs and Touch Ups pdf One of the many benefits to working with metal clay is the ability to correct mistakes. These step-by-step directions will have you covering your mistakes wisely.Click on the link above to download the pdf.

3 firing options for metal clay

Nov 23, 2011

by patrikkusek

In:Metal Clay Tips, Metal Clay Videos

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There are many ways to fire metal clay, each has its advantages. This video will give you a quick overview of the 3 ways that I use in my studio. The best way, of course, is the kiln. It offers the most accurate way to fire metal clay pieces and offers the control that the

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Basic Metal Clay Tool Kit

Nov 22, 2011

by Woodland Chic Book

In:Metal Clay Classes, Metal Clay Tips, Metal Clay Tools, Tutorials

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Basic Metal Clay Tools If you are new to metal clay you’ll need tools! See the image above for your list of tools suitable for metal clay. Click on the link above to download the image and the list of basic metal clay tools. Of course, there are always LOTS more fun tools to buy,

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fauxbois

Nov 20, 2011

by Woodland Chic Book

In:Metal Clay Tips, Woodland Chic Book

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On page 23 of Woodland Chic I talk about one of my favorite techniques. Faux Bois. These are some examples of Faux Bois on some of my jewelry designs. However, Faux Bois has been around for quite some time. I even have faux bois wood molding ( I know it sounds redundant ) in my

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Woodland Chic Photo Collages

Nov 19, 2011

by patrikkusek

In:Woodland Chic Book

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I love just about anything visual. When I was younger I fell in love with photography. I was so thrilled to get my first camera. A Yashika 35mm. I would develop my own film and even had a little mini darkroom set up in the closet. When I was an art director, photography was a

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