I know this is an old video. I wanted Lizelle to know how beautiful this is! Bails are my issue. This video I will use for reinforcing my memory to simple coiled bails.❤
When I saw the intricate pendant I thought "this is going to take lots of time", you have proved that I can make this. It is stunning! And yes my fingernails are dirty with brass clay. I can't wait to see how white bronze does. Thank you so much ..I love the way you teach and your voice is so easy to listen to.....take care friend
Totally Love this tutorial...As soon as I saw it, I went on this channel and am going to watch everything you teach..Wow great work..and as for Hatsheput, Haters are gonna Hate..Don't give what they said a second thought, people like that hide behind the social media because they would never say what they say if they were in front of you and they are usually dissatisfied with themselves ..I'm sorry you felt you needed to defend yourself..Anyone that actually works as an Artist knows that your hands are never clean whatever medium you use..You are a Rockstar!! Thanks for you time to teach!!
Hi David, when you are creating a bezel you will want to leave a little extra space around the glass to account for shrinkage of the clay. By giving a little extra space, you'll relieve the stress that can break the glass or tear the silver clay as it shrinks. Thanks for watching!
I love this pendant, how long can you keep the clay in the glass jar, before the clay starts to dry up? When the clay is dried up, can you fix it? Thanks for answering.
Hello, metal clay will stay hydrated in a clay hydrator for months on end. If metal clay ever gets dry, you can always add water to rehydrate. If metal clay becomes so dry it is unuseable, you can simply reconstitute it using a mortar and pestle or stainless steel grinder. There is no such thing as wasted clay! You can watch how to reconstitute metal clay here: www.cooltools.us/searchresults.asp?Search=reconstitute&Submit=Search Thanks for watching!
LOOOOVE THIS!. I also couldn't help but notice the beautiful ring on your left hand, that had a stone sitting in a claw, how did you get the ring to set into that claw?, its also gorgeous. Thank you. Hugs. Joanna.
Hi Joanna, you can watch how Lisel makes a ring very similar to this here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EIS78AEBhpU.html Thanks for watching!
So, one can actually use any kind of glass beads and art clay to fire with a torch and without being broken? Which other beads and stones can be used for art clay jewelry?
Hi Theresa, for a complete list of gemstones that can be fired check out our Gemstone Firing Guide. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Article-Gemstones_In_Metal_Clay.pdf Hope this helps! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us at 888.478.5060 or sales@cooltools.us. We are always happy to help.
I’m not sure I understand what temp and time you fired this at? It’s glass and silver? Definitely not at 1650 for 2 hrs! So what temp and time was it to sinter the silver but not melt the glass???
Hi Susan, Art Clay Silver can be fired at a lower temperature. This piece was fired at 1300ºF for 30 minutes to ensure the clay sinters and the glass does not melt. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!
Hi Donna, it is possible to torch fire this piece using Art Clay Silver, however glass does melt once it hits 1450°F. Because there is no way to control the temperature of a torch, it is recommended to use a kiln instead for this piece.
Hi Sharon, it is possible to torch fire this piece using Art Clay Silver, however glass does melt once it hits 1450°F. Because there is no way to control the temperature of a torch, it is recommended to use a kiln instead for this piece.
HI How long and what temperature do you bake it?up and bottom bake or just bottom? And what type or brand of clay do U use, because my clay just stay gray not silver.thank you
Hi, I think you are confusing this instruction with polymer clay? This clay is metal clay, so when it is fired in a kiln it becomes actual silver, which is why the color is much different. If you would like to learn more about metal clay, we recommend checking out our Learning Center: www.cooltools.us/Learning-Center-s/2329.htm
Hello, this is metal clay, so it fires in a kiln to result in metal. You can add color to metal clay by using alcohol inks and patinas. Hope this helps!
Hi, while working with Metal Clay, what kind of Stones would work better while firing the clay? I am really curious as I was under impression that stones will break if you put to much heat. Please help me understand the process of Stone choice
Hi Sonali, the link below is to our gemstone firing guide. It will tell you which stones you can fire, at what temperature and for how long. Have a good day! www.cooltools.us/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Article-Gemstones_In_Metal_Clay.pdf
Hi Lisel: I love your videos. You are excellent at training and explaining. My question is about the fusing temperature...I've read on the Cool Tools website that if you don't fire the metal clay at 1450 F for 2 hours then it doesn't sinter and it won't be as strong and could crack and break. However, with glass you can't fuse that high. So is this piece as strong and durable?
Hi Courtenay, to co-fire glass with .999 fine silver clay, you cannot exceed 1400 degrees, or the glass will melt, ruining everything. For this reason, Fire at 1400 degrees, and your clay, while not completely sintered, will be mostly sintered. Will it be strong and durable? The answer lies in the gray area. The strongest metal clay is fired at 1650 for 2 hours, although PMC3 can be fired at 1110 for 20 minutes - the result is not as strong as being fired at 1650 for 2 hours. So, it is a tradeoff. For more information please refer to this link about Silver Metal Clay: www.cooltools.us/The-Ultimate-Silver-Metal-Clay-Firing-Guide-s/1219.htm
Doesn't firing for longer at a lower temperature produce the same result as firing at a higher temperature for less time, and then fully sinter the clay?
Hi Carrie, you can find the decorative punches Lisel uses here: www.cooltools.us/searchresults.asp?Search=shape+cutter+set&Submit=Search Thanks for watching, hope this helps!
Lovely! Wow! You're a delightfully wonderful instructor and artist. Silly question- How is the silver purity 925 (or whatever clay is) determined please? Also, do you stamp pieces? Thank you!
Hello, 925 is the percentage of silver out of 100% that is in the clay. The majority of the 7.5% balance is copper. Stamping the pieces is up to you. Here is a link to .925 stamps that we offer that can be used to stamp the clay: www.cooltools.us/search_results_a/352.html?Search=quality+stamp+-+.925&Submit=Search Have a good day!
CoolToolsVideos oh thank you! - I'd like to try this. I don't have a kiln and was looking at cool tools. Would I be frustrated with a torch or table top kiln that's the cheapest on you site? Or do you think that would be too frustrating and I should buy a better kiln to start? If so which kiln do you suggest?
Hi, you cannot use a torch on glass because glass melts at 1400°F. For this project you would need to use a kiln. In general, a kiln is your best bet for a solid, fully sintered metal clay piece. In regards to price sensitivity, we recommend the Evenheat Kingpin 88. This is a great reliable kiln. We have one in our studio and it runs great! We do have the standard color of this kiln in stock and it ships free. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/Evenheat-Kingpin-88-p/kln-971-p.htm Hope this helps!
Hi Helen, the clay is sold in pre-mixed clay form. It is 90% Silver and 10% Copper alloy and binder and water. Once fired in a kiln, it becomes a silver metal piece like the one in the video. Thank you for your question!
Hello, this is metal clay, which turns into solid metal once it is fired in a kiln. We recommend checking out our Learning Center for more information on how metal clay works and can be used. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/Metal-Clay-s/2330.htm
Hi Jodi, because the melting point of glass is 1450°F and PMC 960 firing temperature is 1500°F, PMC 960 would not work for this particular piece. Thank you for the question!
I fired a piece of PMC Flex and while cleaning it "after firing" while burnishing it snapped in half. Do you have any reasons why that can happen. Maybe I didn't fire it long enough. Maybe it wasn't dry enough. Help. Can I refire?
Hello Teena, Yes, you can re-fire. Use a .999 silver paste (either purchase or make from lump) and attach the pieces back together. Fire at 1650° F for 2 hours. This is the optimum firing schedule for .999 silver clay. Good Luck!
Hello, not all stones are able to be fired in a kiln, but most are. For a list of stones that are able to be fired and their corresponding firing temperatures and times please click on our Gemstone Firing Guide here: www.cooltools.us/v/vspfiles/assets/images/Article-Gemstones_In_Metal_Clay.pdf Hope this helps!
Hi Lorri, yes the metal will be strong enough. 1350°F is the highest temperature that we recommend firing dichroic glass. The glass will soften slightly and will fuse with the silver clay. Have a great day!
Hi Lorri, we do not have experience using FYI Fine Silver Clay. We recommend firing a small sample piece of FYI silver at 1300 degrees for 30 minutes and verifying if it is fully sintered. If it is, then you will know that you can fire this clay with glass.
Hi Charles, At 1300°F you can co-fire dichroic glass with metal clay without changing the glass at all. At 1350°F which is the highest temperature that we recommend firing dichroic glass, the glass will soften slightly and will fuse with the silver clay. Have a great day!
Right here, Ana ;-) Just keep watching the videos; this is world-class instruction. Lisel and many of the other teachers Cool Tools and other companies like Rio Grande bring in teach the same projects at all of the major shows in the US - and they are free here on RU-vid! Lisel just taught this very class at Bead and Button earlier this month, for example.
Hi Rekha, your package will have to go through customs in Pakistan. You would have to contact your local customs office to find out how much the cost would be.
Hi Greg, I'm glad you are enjoying our channel. Lisel filmed this after working with base metal clay, which is very difficult to remove from your fingernails. Sometimes no amount of cleaning can remove it and it takes time. Her nails aren't dirty per say, just the result of a working artist! 🙂
