I make the charm to fit the print so I'd get a set of small/medium cutters
Ovals & circles work well on bracelets, hearts are gorgeous too but you need a bigger cutter to fit the print onto.
Suggested tools - slats, roller & non stick board (glass chopping boards work well) some small tiles or plates (for drying)
*Well conditioned clay (not sticky & not cracking at the edges) shouldn't stick to a plastic roller or glass board.
To help with this you can rub a little olive oil or badger balm onto the roller/rolling board then wipe off (it shouldn't be an oil slick!)
Instructions
1) Roll out clay using roller & slats on your rolling mat
2) Lift onto your plate/drying tile
3) Take print
4) Use cutter to cut print
5) Remove excess clay and leave print to dry on the plate
6) *repeat*
For the best results work fast.
Once dry drill pilot hole for jump ring (tiny drill bit) then enlarge using a 2 mm bit
Make sure you drill at least 1 1/2 - 2mm from the edge as fine silver is quite soft & you want a decent amount of metal for it to hang from.
Troubleshooting
If clay is sticky leave for a minute or so and it will dry out
Wrap in cling film when not using so it doesnt dry out
If it gets dry then flatten into a disk between your fingers
Slick some water accross the surface (drops not buckets) and fold into the clay
Storage
Store incling film in zip lock bag (or packet it came in) with moist kitchen towel.
If you think of any questions you need answering pop them up here & we'll try our best
There are a few print bracelets in my photo stream if that helps....
Bracelets & Bangles - a set on Flickr
Nic xx
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