Silver clay is a fantastic and simple way to create designs in fine silver for jewellers of all levels. Why not try this easy-to-make silver clay rose and heart-shaped pendant project by Kavitha Balakrishnan?
In addition to the above items listed in the kit list, you will also need:
- A toothpick
- A silver chain
- A pattern plate or texture design
Step 1:
Mould and Texture.
Take a small ball of clay and insert it into the small heart shape in the mould. Once it has taken the shape of the mould remove it carefully. Place the heart on your pattern plate or texture design and press it very lightly to get the texture then pierce a small hole on top with a toothpick and let it dry.
Step 2:
Create the Roses.
Take a small clay ball and press it in the rose mould. Remove and cut small roses with a small round cutter or a knife. Then wet the heart on the side with a lightly watered brush, attach each rose, and let it dry.
Step 3:
Fire and Polish.
With needle files, carefully remove the excess clay on all sides. Then fire the pendent at the temperature given with the clay in the instructions book or on the packaging. After firing remove the white residue with a brass brush gently. Polish it with a polishing cloth or tumble in a Barrelling Machine.
Step 4:
Finish.
Put a pinch of Liver of sulphur in warm water (be careful it’s not too hot). Dip the polished piece into it. Remove. Then polish the pendent so that the raised edges shine. Insert a jump ring onto the pendent and thread it onto a chain of your choice and Voila! You’ve just made a Silver Clay Rosy Heart Pendant.
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Kavitha Balakrishnan