Date: Saturday, Feb 7, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Casino del Sol, 5655 W. Valencia Rd, Tucson AZ 85757 Meeting Room B
Instructor: Carrie Story
Purposeful Texture
Give your metal clay a soul with texture that tells a story.
In this class, you'll learn to go beyond simply pressing a texture mat and discover the art of creating deliberate, layered patterns on your Project X .999 silver clay pendants. We'll start by exploring a wide array of paper texture options, from intricate lace to bold geometric patterns, and you'll learn how to cut and arrange them to build a unique composition on your clay. You'll master the techniques for pressing, shaping, and refining the clay to ensure your design is crisp and clean, and how to attach a bail for a professional finish. After firing the piece, you'll complete your pendant with a stunning layer of colored resin, adding a final pop of color and dimension that truly makes your piece one-of-a-kind.
Students will learn:
- How to intentionally select and cut paper textures for a custom design.
- Methods for pressing and transferring texture to silver clay.
- Techniques for creating a silver clay pendant with a bail.
- The process of firing Project X .999 silver clay.
- How to finish a metal clay piece with colored resin.
This class is for anyone who wants to push their creativity and learn to create metal clay jewelry with a personal touch. By combining meticulous texture application with vibrant resin finishing, you'll be able to create pieces that are not just beautiful, but deeply personal and visually engaging. You'll leave with a finished pendant and the skills to create an entire line of unique, textured jewelry. This is a beginner-friendly class, perfect for students who have little to no experience with metal clay.
This class is taught by Carrie Story, a seasoned metalsmith and jewelry designer with a passion for teaching. Carrie is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to guide students through complex techniques with clarity and patience. She believes that every piece of jewelry tells a story, and she is dedicated to helping you find your creative voice.
IMPORTANT INFO:
Kit: 15g Project X .999, use of textures, resin and tools. Kit fee is included with registration!