Dramatic Fan Fold Pendant with Carrie Story 2-5-27 Tucson

Break the mold and bend the rules with a high-texture, structural statement piece that refuses to blend in. 

About the Class: 

In this intensive workshop, you’ll push the boundaries of metal clay architecture to create this striking, sculptural pendant. Working with the high-performance Project X Bronze clay, you will master the art of manipulating, folding, and shaping metal clay without causing structural stress or cracking. We’ll dive deep into advanced texturing techniques using the innovative Project X Hot Rollers to stamp deep, dramatic, organic ridges into the surface. From there, you’ll learn the precision mechanics of bezel construction, and attach a premade bezel with a 8x10mm firable cubic zirconia. Finally, you’ll construct a seamless integrated bail, assemble your components into a cohesive masterpiece, and cover firing and polishing techniques to give your raw bronze a professional, high-contrast finish. 

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced Texturing: Leverage the power of the new Project X Hot Rollers to achieve deep, high-impact surface dimension. 

• Flawless Manipulation: Master the precise hand-skills required to fold and shape metal clay without surface cracking or structural failure. 

• Gemstone Integration: Safely set an 8x10mm firable cubic zirconia directly into the clay before firing. 

• Structural Assembly: Fabricate a strong, functional bail and securely attach all independent components. 

• Finishing Dynamics: Execute firing profiles and post-fire polishing techniques to make your bronze details pop (time permitting). 

Why Take This Class? 

If you're ready to break away from flat, predictable jewelry designs and inject real architectural drama into your work, this class is your playground. The Dramatic Fan Fold pendant is a masterclass in dimension, structural balance, and mixed-material contrast. By learning how to aggressively texture and fold bronze clay while securely incorporating brilliantly colored gemstones, you will walk away with a high-end, statement-making piece of wearable art and a powerhouse set of new technical skills to elevate your entire studio practice. 

Skill Level:

Intermediate to Advanced – Students should have a baseline comfort level with handling metal clay, as this course focuses on advanced shaping and structural manipulation. 

About Your Instructor :

Carrie Story is a professional jeweler, metalsmith, and the President of Clay Revolution LLC. Known for her edgy, modern aesthetic and zero-fluff approach to technical education, Carrie focuses heavily on high-quality manufacturing techniques and exceptional student support. With nearly two decades of industry experience, she loves empowering makers to push their materials to the absolute limit and forge their own design rules.