Metal Clay Classes
In these half, full or multiple day classes, Barbara’s students get hands on experience with silver or bronze metal clay and produce their own handmade jewelry, to enjoy or give as a gift. All instruction, materials and tools are provided. All skill levels welcome! Barbara’s classes now have a new home! Classes are now held at the Mountain Artists Guild in downtown Prescott, AZ.
Upcoming Classes
New Date!
Sunday, November 5, 2023
At The Tis Annex Art Education Building,
Downtown Prescott, AZ
Beginner and Intermediate Class Info Coming Soon!
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Class Descriptions
Intro to Silver Metal Clay
Project: Silver textured earrings
Students receive four hours of hands-on experience with silver metal clay. You will learn a little about the history and composition of metal clay. You will learn about how to use basic tools for working with metal clay. Students will learn how to roll it to desired thickness, imprint textures, cut clay with templates, dry the clay, and refine it for torch firing. After you fire your pieces, you will learn how to finish the fine silver and bring it to a lustrous silver finish, complete with patina. Barbara will be happy to add the sterling ear wire and a bead if you like! (Scroll down to see photos from past classes)
What’s included?
All instruction, tools, supplies and 25gr of silver clay are provided. The clay alone is a $55 value. You will leave the class with a beautiful pair of fine silver earrings, and maybe a little extra clay to play with at home.
Cost: $130
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Silver Metal Clay II
Project: Two Texture Multi-layer Pendant
Prerequisite: Intro to Silver Metal Clay Class or experience with metal clay.
Student receive four hours of hands-on experience with silver metal clay and pick up where we left off in the Intro Class. You will learn how to use some new tools and techniques, and will design a multi-layer pure silver pendant. Students will create the separate elements in clay that will be dried, refined and joined together. You will learn how to make a fold-over bail to add to the back of your pendant. (Scroll down to see photos from past classes)
What’s included?
All instruction, tools, supplies and 25gr of silver clay are provided. The clay is approximately a $55 value. You will leave the class with a beautiful silver pendant, and maybe a little extra clay to play with at home.
Cost: $130
Register Here Open Soon
About Barbara
Barbara is the artist and owner of Sweet Cedar Jewelry Design, founded in 2009. Before moving to Arizona in 2021, she sold her work at fine art shows and festivals throughout California. She holds two PMC Certifications, a BA in studio art, and has over 25 years of teaching experience.
Now living in Prescott Valley, she is offering classes for beginning and experienced metal clay students. She is also available for private lessons.
Student Reviews
“Barbara is an excellent teacher. We learned so much AND had a great time. Anyone can be successful in this class.”
“Barbara is delightful with a great sense of humor. I enjoyed the class immensely and was amazed at the transformation from clay to silver. I needed help with earring attachments and Barbara added those willingly with admirable speed and great skill.”
“I really enjoyed the class and even though I’ve been working with Metal Clay for a while, my class expectations were met because I learned new things.”
“I learned so much more than I thought I would and I came away confident that I can add Fine Silver jewelry to my product line.”
“Barbara was helpful, patient, and supportive to a “non crafty” person.”
“I would recommend it to a friend..in fact I already did!”
“I’ve already recommended this class to others. It was fabulous!”
“Wow… I am still feeling the glow of yesterday! That was so much fun. Thank you for your amazing kindness and grace. It was a perfect day.”
“I would highly recommend the class to a friend. The pace is fun. The work is approachable. The finished product is rewarding.”
“I would absolutely recommend it. I had a fabulous time. I wished I had signed up for the afternoon class since I was having so much fun!”
More Classes
- Intro to Silver MC (Prerequisite for other classes) See video of earrings project! (Instruction time 4 hrs)
- Texture and Mold Making for Metal Clay (4 hrs)
- Multi-layer Pendant With Two Textures (4 hrs)
- Lentil Bead Pendants (2 sessions – 6 hrs total)
- Ring Making – Silver Bands
- Setting Stones in Metal Clay (2 sessions 7 – 8 hrs total)
- Intro to Bronze Metal Clay (2 sessions 7 – 8 hrs total)
Get Inspired!
See my Pinterest boards for examples of what we can make in my classes. Then, check out ALL of Pinterest! So much to learn and wonderful things to make!
Photos From Classes
