Locket Magic: Create a Hinged Metal Clay Locket with a Unique Polymer Clay Insert

$49.95

Unlock your creativity with master metal clay artist Emma Gordon.

Instructor: Emma Gordon
Duration: 136 minutes

About this class

About this class

Unlock your creativity with master metal clay artist Emma Gordon. In this exclusive video tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a stunning metal clay locket with a hinged bail and spectacular polymer clay insert.

This versatile locket design allows you to place a variety of treasures inside. For this class, Emma will show you how to create a simple yet beautiful polymer clay insert that fits perfectly into your locket.

In this class, you will learn:

🔹 How to Make a Locket: Step-by-step guidance on crafting a unique metal clay locket.

🔹 Creating Hinges for the Locket: Learn the dos and don’ts of setting hinges for a functional and durable piece.

🔹 Designing the Aperture: Techniques to ensure your polymer clay insert stays securely in place.

🔹 Crafting a Beautiful Bubble Effect: Discover how to create an eye-catching bubble effect on the polymer clay.

🔹 Sealing the Effect: Tips on sealing the bubble effect to maintain its beauty over time.

🔹 In the Bonus Video, Emma reveals her technique for setting gemstones in the hinged pendant.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your jewelry-making skills with Emma Gordon’s expert guidance. Whether new to metal clay or a seasoned artist, this class offers valuable techniques and inspiration to enhance your craft.

Included in your purchase is a PDF with notes and online resources.

Please note: the PDF is not a stand-alone instructional booklet.

You can re-watch all your CRAFTCAST purchases as many times as you like.

Bonus
In the BONUS Video, Emma reveals her technique for setting gemstones in the hinged pendant.
Your purchase includes a PDF with notes and online resources.
Please note: the PDF is not a stand-alone instructional booklet.
You can re-watch all your CRAFTCAST purchases as many times as you like.

Additional details

  • Designing a Locket
  • Creating Locket hinges
  • Creating secure inserts
  • Creating bubble effect texture on Polymer Clay
  • Finishing techniques
  • 25g of metal clay of your choice
  • Stencil or cutters in your preferred design
  • Small circle cutters (5 & 3mm)
  • Clay extruder
  • Straw or similar armature
  • A 1mm & 1.5mm drill bit
  • A miter cutting jig / vice
  • 0.9mm fine silver wire
  • Wire cutters
  • Butane torch and firing block or kiln
  • Black polymer clay
  • UV resin and UV light
  • Iridescent paint or mica powders in various colours
  • Basic Metal Clay & Polymer Clay Tools

Description

Unlock your creativity with master metal clay artist Emma Gordon. In this exclusive video tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a stunning metal clay locket with a hinged bail and spectacular polymer clay insert.

This versatile locket design allows you to place a variety of treasures inside. For this class, Emma will show you how to create a simple yet beautiful polymer clay insert that fits perfectly into your locket.

In this class, you will learn:

🔹 How to Make a Locket: Step-by-step guidance on crafting a unique metal clay locket.

🔹 Creating Hinges for the Locket: Learn the dos and don’ts of setting hinges for a functional and durable piece.

🔹 Designing the Aperture: Techniques to ensure your polymer clay insert stays securely in place.

🔹 Crafting a Beautiful Bubble Effect: Discover how to create an eye-catching bubble effect on the polymer clay.

🔹 Sealing the Effect: Tips on sealing the bubble effect to maintain its beauty over time.

🔹 In the Bonus Video, Emma reveals her technique for setting gemstones in the hinged pendant.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your jewelry-making skills with Emma Gordon’s expert guidance. Whether new to metal clay or a seasoned artist, this class offers valuable techniques and inspiration to enhance your craft.

Included in your purchase is a PDF with notes and online resources.

Please note: the PDF is not a stand-alone instructional booklet.

You can re-watch all your CRAFTCAST purchases as many times as you like.

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