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Annealing Metal

With these instructions, you will master the art of annealing, a process that softens metal, allowing you to shape it according to your creative vision.

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Tinning Copper Foil

Learn this "stained glass" technique that adds a silver rim to the edge of your glass, and is often referred to as tinning.

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Art Clay Silver - Paste Type

Learn the steps for using Art Clay® Silver Paste for safely filling molds, embellishing porcelain and glass, connecting clay pieces and attaching silver wire.

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Art Clay Gold 22k - Clay Type

Art Clay® Gold Clay creates pieces made of 22Kt gold after firing. This tutorial includes guidelines for preparation, molding, drying, kiln firing and finishing this clay material—plus handling tips and safety precautions.

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How to Load the Metal Clay Syringe Pen™

Confused about the mechanics of loading a metal clay syringe? Check out these simple instructions and you’ll be on your way to crafting in no time!

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Prometheus® Bronze Clay Instructions

Explore the fascinating process of working with Prometheus® Bronze Clay, from handling wet clay and troubleshooting common errors to successfully firing your design in the kiln. Everything you need to master this art is right here.

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Prometheus® Copper Clay Instructions

Unlock the world of Prometheus® Copper Clay with this comprehensive text tutorial. From crafting jewelry and ornaments to sculpting statues, unleash your creativity and bring your imaginative designs to life.

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Art Clay® Silver Clay

Learn the steps for using Art Clay® Silver Clay for jewelry-making: preparation, molding and drying, kiln firing and finishing. This tutorial includes handling tips and safety precautions.

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Art Clay® Gold Paste

Art Clay® Gold Paste is a liquid paste designed to add gold texture to ceramic, porcelain, glass and/or Art Clay® Silver fired clay pieces. This tutorial includes guidelines for preparation, application, kiln firing and finishing—plus handling tips and safety precautions.

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Art Clay® Silver--Firing FAQ's

Art Clay Silver metal clay can be fired with a butane torch—sometimes. When? How? What happens after firing? Jewelry experts answer these and other questions in this FAQ.

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Prometheus Sunny Bronze Clay

Infuse your ideas with a cheerful glow using Prometheus® Sunny Bronze Clay. Comprehensive instructions provide all the information you need to ensure your success in bringing your creative visions to light.

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Prometheus® White Bronze Clay Instructions

Learn the steps for using Prometheus® White Bronze clay for jewelry-making—including a kiln firing schedule. This tutorial includes tips for building, drying and finishing the clay before and after firing.

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Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay

Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay is ideal for creations that shine with the ethereal glow of moonlight. Master the art of working with this unique medium and watch your creations come to life with an otherworldly brilliance.

Design Idea H72C

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Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay Instructions

Discover the sophisticated sheen of Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay. With these precise instructions, you will learn to create dazzling works of art with ease.

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Firing Art Clay® with a Gas Stove

Not everyone has access to a kiln. In this tutorial, learn how to fire certain types of metal clay pieces on a gas stove rather than with traditional firing methods.

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Prometheus Light Yellow Bronze Clay Instructions

Release the inner brilliance of your sculpting with Prometheus® Light Yellow Bronze Clay. Precise instructions give you all the information you need to create glowing, golden works of art.

Design Idea H72A

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Ring with Silver and 22Kt Gold Art Clay®

Let your creativity take flight! Debbie Edmonds' Dragonfly Ring turns Art Clay® silver and gold paste into a beautifully crafted dragonfly.

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Prometheus Clays Information Sheet

Working with Prometheus® Clay is similar to working with polymer and ceramic clays. Find all the tips and techniques you need in this how-to guide from Prometheus.

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Prometheus Clay - Working Tips

If you've never worked with Prometheus® metal clay before, you're in luck! We have a ton of tips and tricks for this versatile material from Prometheus.

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Ring Mount Instructions

Learn how to glue a cabochon into a closed-back ring setting with this tutorial. Clear images demonstrate each step in this how-to.

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Finishing Metal Clay Pieces

See how to hand finish your Art Clay® silver metal clay jewelry components in minutes with this quick step-by-step tutorial hosted by world-renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka.

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Firing Gemstones into Art Clay®

Adding gemstones to metal clay can increase the appeal of a piece, but it's important to know how the stones will react. This article discusses how to fire different stone types.

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