Date: Friday December 12th 2025
Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm EST
Location: In person and online
Instructor: Carrie Story
Unleash your creativity and make your first fine silver jewelry—your way.
Forget cookie-cutter jewelry; in this class, you'll command fine silver to bend to your will, crafting unique hoops that scream you.
Dive headfirst into the captivating realm of metal clay with Rebel Silver, a dynamic workshop meticulously designed for both the curious beginner and the seasoned maker eager to embrace a revolutionary material. Prepare to be empowered as you master the fundamental techniques of manipulating fine silver clay. From the initial roll-out to the exhilarating moment of torch firing, you'll gain hands-on experience in texturing, cutting, and shaping your visions into tangible forms. Specifically, you'll focus on creating not just a pair, but your perfect pair (or more!) of custom hoop earrings. Imagine crafting delicate ear cuffs that whisper elegance, or bold, quarter-sized hoops that demand attention – the design possibilities are truly limitless. Beyond the clay itself, you'll also learn the essential skills of shaping sterling silver wire into professional-quality earring findings and discover the transformative power of polishing and patina to add the final, exquisite touches to your creations.
In this class, you will learn to:
- Confidently handle and manipulate fine silver metal clay to achieve a variety of forms.
- Master essential techniques including rolling, texturing, cutting, and shaping the clay.
- Safely and effectively torch-fire your metal clay creations to transform them into pure silver.
- Skillfully shape sterling silver wire to create secure and stylish earring findings.
- Apply professional polishing techniques to bring out the inherent shine of fine silver.
- Experiment with patina solutions to add depth, contrast, and a unique aesthetic to your jewelry.
- Develop a strong understanding of the unique properties and potential of metal clay as a jewelry medium.
Why settle for store-bought when you can forge wearable art that truly reflects your individual style? Rebel Silver is your gateway to unlocking boundless creativity in jewelry making. You'll leave not just with stunning, handcrafted earrings, but with the core skills and confidence to continue exploring the exciting possibilities of metal clay and wirework. This class is your invitation to break free from the mold and craft jewelry that is authentically, unapologetically you.
This class is perfect for absolute beginners with no prior jewelry-making experience, as well as experienced metalsmiths looking to expand their repertoire with the magic of metal clay.
About Your Instructor:
Carrie Story, a driving force in metal clay innovation and education, brings her extensive expertise directly to you. As the president of Clay Revolution, a leading metal clay manufacturer, Carrie has inspired countless students to tap into their creative potential through this versatile medium. Known for her empowering and approachable teaching style, Carrie’s classes are always an engaging journey of discovery, where you can expect to create jewelry as unique and dynamic as your own imagination.
Kit: Each student will receive Project X .999 15 grams and .925 wire
Skill Level: Beginner. Come ready to learn and experiment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
In-Person: Students will receive their kits in the classroom. You do not need to bring any materials or supplies.
Online: Your kit will be mailed upon your registration. REQUIRED TOOLS: Torch, basic metal clay toolkit, fire brick, brass brush, tumbler or rotary polishing tools, texture, TEM533 or TEM534 template, medium mandrel Wubber pliers, and other large round pliers or round mandrels, Wubbers flat pliers, wire cutter.