Channel: Metal Clay
Getting Started: Introduction to PMC
Helen O'neil gives us an introduction to Precious Metal Clay or PMC. The history of the product and the different types that you can purchase.
Natural Stones
Helen O'Neil talks about stones; synthetic through to natural and how to test a good batch from bad. Helen shows examples as she goes along in this informative piece to help you find quality.
Making Bead Caps
Join Helen O'neil as she demonstrates making bead caps, to embellish those beads that cannot be torch fired.
Finishing Your Ring
Helen O'Neil shows us how to finish a flat band ring and check it is the right size before it is torch fired.
Flat Band Ring
Helen O'Neil makes a flat band ring and shows us step by step how to create this basic but effective piece. It is easy when you know how and Helen is here to tell us.
Rolling Out the Clay
Join Helen O'Neil in the studio as she demonstrates the best way to roll out the clay and then how to embellish it.
Polishing
Make your pieces look fantastic by polishing them by hand. Helen O'Neil talks us through the various tools and finishes you can use to get the right effect.
Torch Firing
Helen O'Neil demonstrates the best and safest way to torch fire all your creations and the results you can expect.
Dehydration
After making a simple stamped pendant and drying it in the dehydrator, Helen O'Neil takes us through the next stage in finishing and bringing out the best in the piece.
