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Sep
11
Last chance to enter the PMC Summer Competion

Great to see a flurry of entries into our great summer competition. Don't miss out and post your work on our facebook page by next Tuesday 15th September. Also, take a look and see some of the amazing entries we have received. Sue's polish is simply sensational!
by Helen O'Neill

Sep
07
New - Aura 22K Gold Paste

Aura 22K has been upgraded to make it easier to adhere to PMC and other types of silver. It now also comes with a small bottle of liquid to rehyrdate the gold paste should it dry out.

Aura consists of small particles of pure gold (91.6%) and pure silver (8.4%). This precious metal is able to fuse to silver at low temperatures resulting in a layer of gold considerably thicker than that achieved by electroplating. The result is a deep golden colour that is hardwearing.

Aura 22 can be used on any type of Precious Metal Clay, other types of silver metal clay, fine silver sheet and depletion gilded sterling silver sheet* (see instructions below.) Aura 22 is ideally suited for highly textured surfaces. A little goes a long way, with 1g typically sufficient to decorate 20-30 items.

Aura 22K Liquid

Each pack comes with a bottle of liquid carrier which can be added if the Aura 22 becomes dry. Simply add 1 or 2 drops, stir and leave to stand for several minutes. (Do not use too much as it affect the intensity of the colour.)

Application

Aura 22 is a creamy paste that can be painted on.

1 - Fire the metal clay as usual. Leave in its white state. Do not polish/tumble or burnish. (If your item has already been fired reheat it for a short period so it returns to the white state.)

2 - Apply 2-3 even layers of Aura 22 with a paintbrush. Allow each layer to dry naturally for 20-30 minutes before applying the next one.

Firing

Kiln – preheat the kiln to 850C and fire for 10 minutes.

Keum Boo – Place the item on the hot plate and set to a medium/high heat. Once it has reached the correct temperature (where a wooden skewer starts to char) turn the heat down and burnish the gold with a burnisher.

Torch – Place the item on a torch block and heat until it starts to glow orange. Hold this for a few minutes to allow the Aura 22 to fuse.  

Polishing

Polish by hand using a stainless steel brush and burnisher or place in a tumbler with stainless steel shot and tumbler soap. 

How to depletion gild sterling silver

Sterling silver needs to be prepared to create a fine silver surface for Aura 22 to adhere to. Heat the item using a torch or in a kiln until it turns a dark grey/black (This is fire scale). Quench in hot safety pickle or Picklean to remove the firescale. Repeat this process about 6 times until it no longer attracts fire scale and the surface remains white.

For best results, paint on layer of PMC3 silver paste before applying several layers of Aura 22 as described above.

Safety

Aura 22 contains a binder that burns off during the fusing process. The gasses released are not toxic but we recommend that you do not inhale them. Should you get Aura 22 on your skin or in your eyes rinse well with water.

 

by Helen O'Neill , under   aura  gold  pmc gold

Jul
01
PMC Summer Competition

Win great prizes in the PMC Summer Competition. 

This summer we are offering you the chance to win one of three great prizes. Simply post your favourite PMC item onto The-PMC-Studio facebook page or email it to us and we will do it for you.

Every design uploaded will have the chance to win one of three prizes in our Summer prize draw. All designs uploaded between 1st July and 15th September 2015 will be entered into our prize draw to win a goody bag containing PMC and tools. First Prize £250, Second Prize £150 and Third Prize £75.

Terms: Design must be original and made by you. There is no limit on the number of designs you can enter. No cash alternative.

by Helen O'Neill

Jun
10
FREE Kiln Firing of your PMC3

Until the end of June we are offering all our Facebook friends unlimited FREE firing of PMC3 items. Simply wrap your items securely and post to The PMC Studio Kiln Firing Service, 87 New Road, Weston Turville, Bucks HP22 5QT. Please enclose a note with your contact details and £5.95 for return by courier. (Include your mobile number and you will also receive a free text with the one hour delivery slot.) If you need to order any supplies please let us know as you will not be charged for additional postage.

Terms: PMC3 items only. This promotion is for kiln firing only and does not include polishing. Any questions? Call us on 01494 774428 or email info@thepmcstudio.com 

by Helen O'Neill

Apr
24
We ship across the world..

If you are living outside the UK please email us with your order. We can get you a competitive shipping quote to ensure you receive your PMC fast and securely. Orders sent to outside the EU are charged without VAT. Please email your order to info@thepmcstudio for an up to date quote and delivery times. We look forward to hearing from you.
by Helen O'Neill

Apr
02
Easter opening hours

Please note the office will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Wishing you a happy Easter!
by Helen O'Neill

Mar
17
PMC Customer Survey

Mitsubishi Materials Trading Corporation are conducting an international survey to see what customers think of their products. You can take part by following this Survey Monkey link. At the end of the survey you will have the chance to enter your email address and be entered into a prize draw to win one of 50 prizes. Each prize consists of 27.8g of PMC 25g and of 33.5g PMC Flex. Good luck!  
by Helen O'Neill

Mar
05
Memories Collection Boxes now reduced to only £4.99 from £20.70. See your sale section.

We are still adding new items to our sale section. Find some unusual items such as a microwave kiln, clay extruder and glass slider pendants here.
by Helen O'Neill

Jan
28
Sale now on! Prices start at just 50p.

Our on-line sale is now on with prices starting at just 50p. Click on the item to see how much you can save. If Remember for orders less than £30 you can also call us with your order and we can send it first class. Our standard First Class p+p costs start at just £1.50.
by Helen O'Neill

Jan
06
Get ready for our January Sale

Our January Sale starts on Monday 18th January. Look out for some amazing bargains as we clear out our stock room. End of line and discontinued items will available from only £1. Details will be available in our next on-line newsletter.
by Helen O'Neill