How to make PMC Jewelry

PMC is precious metal clay. Depending on the brand you buy, the shrinkage factor differs but they all result in fine silver objects; usually jewelry pieces. You can make any type of jewelry including rings as long as the ring is made larger prior to firing.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• pmc
• kiln
• stamps (optional)
• small rolling pin
• crafting knife (xacto)
• steel wire brush
• tumbler (optional)

1. Open you package of PMC. The clay needs to be softened before you start. Roll or knead the clay until it is soft enough to work with.

2. Prepare your work surface. The table should be covered in wax paper and the stamps should be lightly coated with oil to prevent sticking.

3. Roll your clay with the rolling pin to an even thickness depending on your project. You want even thickness for even firing.

4. Take your stamp an make an even impression into the clay. If you aren't using a stamp, make your design.

5. Cut the remaining clay away with the xacto knife in a shape that will determine your end result.

6. Set aside to dry. After drying, you can remove any sharp edges with the craft knife.

7. Put the piece in a kiln. Your PMC package will give you firing temperatures and timing. Every brand is different and range from 1100 degrees to 1650 degrees and can fire from 10 minutes to 2 hours.

8. After firing, brush the piece with a wire brush to remove the white layer. If you have a tumbler, put the piece in a tumbler.

9. Your piece is now ready.

Tips & Warnings

• you can add high temp jewels to your piece before firing
• If your clay dries out, add a little water