ARTICLES BY ADAM HUNTER

Looking for that special personalised gift to give to your loved ones for that all important occasion Maybe then you should consider the potential that precious metal clays offer when it comes to allowing you to be creative and develop your own jewellery

Something that is always important when it comes to your jewellery pieces is the personal effort and customisation that goes into your designs that give them that cutting edge Art clay silver is a type of clay that can help to develop this, offering beautiful designs coupled with an added versatility that can aid in defining your work

As a jeweller, you may find yourself wondering ‘what actually is the difference between precious metal clay and art clay’ Although there is a difference in the way both of the materials are chemically formed (and are thus technically different) they both boast similarities in the uses and the methods that are used when we work with them

Polymer Fimo clays are very useful when it comes to developing the perfect design on the jewellery your manufacturing There are many techniques that are available that range from the handheld application of your design onto the piece to the imprinting of previous designs on to your jewellery

Jewellery is always a popular choice for a Christmas gift Unique and personalised earrings, pendants, brooches, necklaces and cuff are big sellers every year in the build up to Christmas

Whether you are an experienced jewellery maker or a complete beginner, silver metal clay is by far the easiest of the metal clays to use The possibilities are endless; you can twist it, roll it, bend it, sculpt it, pull it or cut it and when fired it becomes pure, 99

When it comes to precious metal clay, the techniques and processes used range from the very simple (everyone can do it), to the extremely tricky (only for the experienced and the expert) But silver art clay is one of the best and easiest to use and is therefore a great starting point, with the option to create incredibly intricate and interesting pieces

Buying jewellery from a retailer can be expensive and also it may be difficult to find the exact piece that you want The easy way to solve this problem and save you some money is by making your own jewellery that you will love, creating the exact style, shape and cut that you want

There is a simple way to fire metal clay without using a kiln by simply using a butane torch Low-fire metal clay is called ‘low-fire’ because it does not require the same amount of heat that standard clays need

Developed in Japan in the 1990s, Precious Metal Clay (PMC) is made up of metal particles mixed with moist organic binding Like clay, the substance can be worked and moulded to create various shapes and forms and is ideal for jewellery making

Similar to clay, precious metal clay (also known as PMC) is an ideal medium for arts and crafts and is often used for bead making Made up of small metal particles including platinum, gold or silver and mixed with organic binding, the clay becomes metal when in contact with heat from a kiln or torch

Precious metal clay (also known as PMC) is simple to use and opens up endless possibilities in arts, crafts and jewellery making One of the most versatile and malleable forms available for producing detailed and intricate jewellery, sculptures or other creative pieces, PMC is a much quicker solution than traditional metalsmithing processes

Developed in Japan in the 1990s, precious metal clay (PMC) is malleable and easy to use and is ideal for producing individual and intricate pieces This versatile product opens up a wealth of possibilities in crafts and jewellery making

Swarovski crystal beads have been a popular item in jewellery making for over 100 years and still retain their charm and attraction today Simple to use and capable of creating a dazzling effect for very little effort, Swarovski crystals are a great introduction to the joys of making your own jewellery for any age

If you’re serious about making good quality jewellery, learning to solder is an essential skill Not only will your jewellery look better and more ‘finished’, but your clasps and fastenings will be stronger and more secure as well

Swarovski crystal beads add a new dimension of sparkle to any jewellery making project Fun, simple to use and producing spectacular results for very little cost, these delicate glass crystals are specifically designed to shimmer and catch the light, transforming a simple design into something that dazzles with chic elegance

During a time of economic recession, people are looking to make an extra few pounds where they can One of the most popular growth industries has been the scrap gold market, where anyone with scrap gold jewellery can sell their unwanted items to scrap gold buyers and receive a cash sum in return

Swarovski crystal beads have been perpetual favourites in jewellery making for over 100 years and their appeal is still as strong today as it was back in Victorian times These pretty, iridescent crystals catch the light and come in a complete spectrum of colours

As a consequence of the current economic recession, many people are trying to find ways to make a little extra cash One of the easiest ways to do this is to start selling off heirlooms, especially if they’re made of gold

Swarovski is the brand name for the range of precision-cut lead-crystal glass and related products produced by Swarovski AG of Wattens, Austria These beautiful beads were first created in 1892 and transformed Victorian jewellery design