Sep
29 PMC Flex now in stock

Sep
25 NEW: PMC Flex

PMC Flex is the new type of Precious Metal Clay that will take silver clay to a whole new level. Unlike anything ever developed before this clay has all the benefits of PMC3 (versatility, low shrinkage, firing and strength) but is incredibly easy to use due to its unique binder. This clay has an almost unlimited working time and remains flexible even when dry. It is also less tacky than any other type of silver clay. It is ideal for beginners that require longer working time as well as professionals looking to produce complicated and fine detailed work. 

PMC Flex can be hallmarked as Fine Silver after firing with a torch or in a kiln. To find out more go to our shop where you will find the full range of PMC Flex products.

Jul
08 Summer Closure

Please note our offices we will be closed for 2 weeks from Friday 1st August until Monday 18th August.  

Jun
25 Book Promotion

Spend a minimum of £30 on-line and choose any FREE book from our book collection.

Terms: Offer valid until 9 July 2014 whilst stocks last. One book per transaction. Available for on-line purchases only. 

Jun
19 Handy syringe tips...

The PMC3 syringe type clay has many uses. Not only can you use it to write and decorate but is is also a great paste alternative. The syringe has a completely different binder compared to the paste which means that it has less water and is more viscous. This makes it ideal to fill small gaps and joints both before and after firing. In fact, you can use it to repair ANY type of fired PMC.

Here are some useful tips for the summer;

Storage

Once opened there is no need to store it back in the pouch. Simple leave the pink syringe tip on after use and store it in a jar of water. You can leave it there as long as you like...

Syringe tips

The pink syringe tip that comes with the syringe is ideal for fine detail work. However, you can change the size and angle of the tip by cutting it with a pair of scissors. Soon you will have a collection of various shaped and sized tips..

Getting the most out of your syringe 

Don't throw away your old syringe. An empty syringe is perfect for getting any unused clay from your syringe tip. This means you can change syringe tip without wasting any clay :-)

Jun
03 Cool cufflinks for Father's Day

Treat your dad with a pair of cool cufflinks with a handwritten name or message this June.

To make this special gift you will only need a small pack of PMC3 and pair of cufflink backs which cost no more than £20 in total. Here is how to make them.

• Rub a little badger balm on your hands to stop the clay from sticking.
• Place the clay on a piece of Teflon and use a par of 1.5mm spacers and a roller to roll out the clay.
• Create the tops of the cufflinks by cutting out the shape with a (circle) cutter. Remember to make them slightly larger than the cufflink back to allow for the 10-12% shrinkage.
• Leave to dry completely.
• Write your name/message using a pencil and follow with am engraving tool. (This can be found in the 'finger and handprinting' section of our web shop).
• Fire with a torch for at least 2 minutes or place in a kiln at 800C for 30 minutes. 
• Hand polish using a stainless steel brush and agate burnisher or place in a tumbler for 2 hours with some water and 1/3-1/2 teaspsoon of tumbler soap.
• Attach the cufflink backs using strong glue or two part expoxy.

         Please note the office will be closed on Friday 13th June

May
29 Get your PMC to glow in the dark..

May
13 Jigsaw Bracelet Project

Free Project to print off and keep.

Make a statement with this chunky bracelet. The links are made using our jigsaw cutter. There is no need for any calculations as the links are joined together through a series of jump rings. These enable you to adjust the length of the bracelet to fit your wrist.

Supplies:

Pack of 27.8g of PMC3, 1.5mm spacers and roller, Teflon sheet, paintbrush and water, badger balm, texture mat, Jigsaw cutter, hand drill, sandpaper, 7 or 9mm jump rings and a clasp

You will also need a plastic drinking cup or glass (or similar) to dry the links over, firing and polishing tools

Instructions:

• Roll the clay out on a piece of Teflon using the spacers and roller
• Rub some badger balm on the texture mat and press firmly into the clay
• Use the jigsaw cutter to cut out as many pieces as you can
• Roll the clay out again taking care you roll it in a shape similar to the jigsaw cutter to create the final and fourth shape.
• Use a damp paintbrush and a little water to smooth the edges.
• Lay the glass on its side and rub with some badger balm. This will allow you to re-position the clay whilst wet.
• Lay the links over the side of the glass to create a slight curve and leave to dry completely.  
• Drill a hole at either end of each link to allow you to connect the links with the jump rings once fired. Sand any rough edges if needed.

Kiln firing: Fire at 700C for 20 mins. This can be done by running the PMC3 Fast Programme twice.

Torch firing: Fire each link individually. Lay on a piece of kiln pillow to support the link. Heat the piece until it glows a pale orange. Start your timer and fire for about 3 minutes.

Polishing by hand: Support each link on a rubber block and use a stainless steel brush and agate burnisher to polish, 

Polishing in a tumbler: Place in the barrel with 1/3 -1/2 teaspoon of tumbler soap. Cover the piece with water and tumble for 2 hours. 

Assembling the bracelet

Us a pair of jewellery pliers and jump rings to connect the links together.