Introduction to Precious Metal Clay - Push Molds Class

PMC (Precious Metal Clay) is an exciting material that was developed in the 1990s. Microscopic particles of pure silver are mixed with a moist binder to create a material that has the feel and working properties of modeling clay. Objects can be formed, molded or stamped with simple tools & textures. After air-drying or drying in a toaster oven, the objects are fired with a torch or in a kiln to temperatures approaching the melting point of the metal, where the particles fuse together to make a dense, fully metallic object. Fired PMC work can be polished, soldered, enameled, oxidized and enjoyed like any other silver item.

In this class, students will learn to mold PMC into charms, earring dangles and/or pendants. After firing with a small torch, students may embellish their fired pieces by burnishing, buffing, sanding, or tumbling. You may oxidize your piece(s) using liver of sulfur, although this is not required. You will leave class with a finished PMC project!

This class is ideal for those interested in an approachable and affordable PMC class. Great for beginners, but folks with PMC experience will be learning something new!

What you will learn:

• Key steps of working with PMC3
• Create molds
• Create 3-dimensional PMC pieces with molds
• Details about the firing process
• Details about the oxidization process
• Make design decisions

Prerequisite: None

Materials: Everything you need is available in the class. Choosing your materials and designing your jewelry is part of the class. Molding material is included in the class fee, but PMC clay is not included in the class fee. You may choose from our selection or bring your own. At the end of class you will pay for the PMC you used for your project. All necessary tools will be provided in the class by the instructor.

Location: Classes are held at our store, 1544 Park Street, Alameda, CA 94501.

3 Ways to Sign Up:

• Sign up online with a credit card (secure) by adding this class to the online shopping cart, and checking out.
• Call 510-337-1203 (give Visa/Mastercard/Discover info to employee)
• Come into the store and pay with check, cash or Visa/Mastercard/Discover

Discount: Students will receive a 10% discount on in-store merchandise for 4 weeks prior and 2 weeks after the class.

By signing up for this class, you are agreeing to the class enrollment terms and conditions.

Instructor: Steven James

Class size: 3 student minimum - 7 student maximum

Date & Time: Saturday, September 18, 3:30-7:30pm