Silver Clay Workshop: Getting Started in Silver Clay Jewellery - Paperback

by Melanie Blaikie (Author)

If you love silver jewelry but don't have the time or patience to learn traditional silver-smithing techniques, then the exciting medium of silver clay will open up a whole new range of possibilities to your jewelry making. Boasting all the same properties as modeling clay, it is 99.9% pure silver--meaning that you can make high-quality jewelry using the easiest of techniques.

• Revised and reformatted Silver Clay Workshop is perfect for anyone taking their first steps with this rewarding craft.
• 22 projects that show perfectly the versatility of silver clay. Shape, roll, cut, mold and indent your way through them, learning the techniques as you go.
• From pendants and bracelets to rings and statement beads, there will be something for everyone.

Author Biography

Melanie Blaikie's love of all things sparkly began when she trained as a diamond valuer for De Beers. She went on to forge a successful career as a jewellery designer, working for many of the biggest names in the industry, including Garrard, Asprey and Tiffany. After studying traditional silver-smithing techniques, Melanie discovered silver clay and fell in love with this amazing medium. She is now one of the foremost tutors of silver clay work in the UK and has contributed to Beads and Beyond magazine. Also available: Bronze Metal Clay 9781600594632