What's New on the Metal Clay Academy Website?
This page provides you with a quick idea of what's been added in the past month. If you are a regular visitor, you can see what we've added since your last visit here.
Archived What's New pages for earlier months can be seen here
December What's New Archive - you can see everything that was added during December 2011 here.
31st January
Two new downloadable metal clay jewelry tutorials were added.
The Many Uses of Resin in Jewelry Part 1 - PMC Connection
Great little tutorial with some novel ideas for using resin in jewelry.
The Many Uses of Resin in Jewelry Part 2 - PMC Connection
Part two of the resin in jewelry tutorial.
30th January
A new glass making class provider was added.
Wicked Gen Crafts - Halifax, West Yorkshire
Stained glass, fused glass and mosaic classes.
29th January
A new beginners video tutorial was added.
Metal Clay Findings - Riveting tool video tutorials
Great set of video tutorials showing different aspects of working with the Metal Clay Findings riveting tool. This is a great tool for cold connecting things to your metal clay work.
28th January
An update was made to a metal clay group.
Metalclay Artisan Group in Connecticut
Otherwise known as MAGIC had it's inaugural meeting on Sunday, January 15, 2012. It was an exciting meeting and they are looking forward to building a strong and vibrant organization promoting metal clay in CT and Southern New England. Email Lis-el Crowley for more details. Visit their Facebook page here.
27th January
A new jewellery making tutorial was added.
London Jewellery School Projects
Wire and bead jewellery making projects.
26th January
An international tool supplier was updated.
Metal Clay - Australia
Supplier of Art Clay, PMC, Bronze and Copper clays, tools, findings, kilns, chains, enamelling supplies, molds and cutters.
25th January
An update was made to a UK Art Clay supplier.
Art Clay Supplies
Online shop is temporarily closed from 24th January 2012.
24th January
A new jewelry making training provider was added.
Sheffield School of Design - Manhattan, NY
Jewelry design course focusing on beading and wirework.
23rd January
A new metal clay group was added.
Metalclay Artisan Group in Connecticut
Otherwise known as MAGIC had it's inaugural meeting on Sunday, January 15, 2012. It was an exciting meeting and they are looking forward to building a strong and vibrant organization promoting metal clay in CT and Southern New England. Email Lis-el Crowley for more details.
22nd January
A change to a metal clay magazine entry was made.
Metal Clay Today
This online magazine used to be free but from January 2012, they are charging for each full edition or you can sign up for a 12 month subscription. The magazine originally launched on18th September 2009. It features interesting projects, the latest products and the newest techniques. It offers information on competitions, awards, societies, guilds, shows, fairs and trade shows. In each issue it will spotlight an established artist, a new “Rising Star” and many articles on working with our favorite medium, Metal Clay.
21st January
A new metal clay related competition has been added.
Bead Dreams 2012
Each year, Bead&Button magazine sponsors Bead Dreams, a juried competition of exceptional bead artistry from around the world. They display the accepted pieces at the Bead&Button Show and award ribbons in nine categories.
The deadline for Bead Dreams 2012 is March 6th, 2012.
20th January
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Miss Beady
UK supplier of glass lampwork beads, Tibetan silver beads and findings, gold tone beads, millefiore beads, metal core beads, acrylic beads, freshwater pearls, semi precious beads, jewellery making accessories.
19th January
A new UK bead supplier and glass class provider was added.
By Keiara - Folkestone, Kent
Lampwork glass bead making classes for all levels. Also sell unique glass beads.
18th January
A new metal clay book was added.
Natalia Colman - Silver Clay with Style: 22 Unique & Stylish Silver Clay Jewellery Projects to Make, Wear & Enjoy!
- UK Amazon Link - pre order, estimated release date 3rd February 2012
Silver Clay with Style: 22 Unique & Stylish Silver Clay Jewellery Projects to Make, Wear & Enjoy!
- UK Amazon Link
Amazon blurb - "This book is aimed at anyone who wishes to make jewellery using silver clay and to be inspired with a wide variety of different projects using a whole host of new and interesting techniques. Projects range from simple, easy to make jewellery aimed at the complete beginner, to more complex projects that will challenge anyone who already has experience of working with metal clay. Each project is accompanied by full step-by-step instructions and each step is fully illustrated with beautiful photographs by professional photographer, David Airey."
17th January
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Raggle Taggle Beads - Wymondham, Norfolk
Retail bead shop which also offers beading classes.
16th January
New metal clay DVDs were added.
Natalia Colman - Silver Clay Made Simple DVD
- UK Amazon link
Amazon blurb - " Art Clay Silver instructor and jewellery designer, Natalia Colman presents a comprehensive guide to working with silver clay. Packed with tips and techniques, Natalia will take you through the essential tools and skills you will need to create your own beautiful pieces of jewellery. This DVD has over 100 minutes of step-by-step explanations and demonstrations over 14 chapters: Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Silver clay products & their uses Chapter 3: Essential tools Chapter 4: Working with the clay Chapter 5: How to make textured earrings Chapter 6: How to make leaf shaped earrings Chapter 7: How to make a pendant Chapter 8: Drying your pieces Chapter 9: Preparing your pieces for firing Chapter 10: How to repair breakages Chapter 11: 3 different ways to fire silver clay Chapter 12: Finishing & polishing your fired pieces Chapter 13: Creating an aged effect & a patina on fired silver Chapter 14: Further information "
Natalia Colman - Further Adventures in Silver Clay DVD
- UK Amazon link
Amazon blurb - " Natalia Colman, Art Clay Silver Instructor & guest presenter on Create & Craft TV brings you her follow-up to the highly successful 'Silver Clay Made Simple'. This is the second DVD in the series and is packed with hundreds more tips and techniques. If you are already working with silver clay, then you will love learning these new skills. Natalia explains each step in the process clearly and simply. Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Making rings Chapter 3: Making moulds Chapter 4: Finger print keepsakes Chapter 5: Making a silver leaf with paste Chapter 6: Setting cubic zirconia in clay Chapter 7: Decorating with syringe clay Chapter 8: 3 different ways of firing Chapter 9: Further information "
15th January
A new jewelry making video tutorial has been added.
Janet Alexander - Seven Part Sawing and Piercing Tutorials
This series of videos shows you how to work with the jewelers piercing saw.
14th January
An update was added to a metal clay event.
PMC Studio Precious Metal Clay Conference
When: 5th - 6th May 2012
Where: Chartridge Estate, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, UK
The PMC Studio conference has been cancelled due to lack of registrations.
13th January
A new hollow form video tutorial was added.
Janet Alexander - Using a bead roller to make bead supports using cork or wood clay
12th January
A new polishing video tutorial was added.
Janet Alexander - Using and Maintaining a Lortone Tumble Polisher
11th January
A new Art Clay Certification training provider has been added.
PMC Studio France - France
PMC Studio France specialise in learning holidays offering a variety of courses ranging from three days to two weeks. For example the three days may involve learning how to make fingerprint jewellery and personalised jewellery with time left to enjoy the pool as well as a glass of French wine or two! Those coming on a weeks holiday may wish to complete an introductory course and one of the certification modules of their choice. Other choices include working with bronze and copper. These are fully catered holidays with plenty of French cuisine and indulgence if you so wish. Partners are also welcome for a moderate supplement and are free to see the sites whilst you learn. These holidays are suitable for all levels from those looking at learning a new skill to those serious about metal clay becoming their business. They also offer Art Clay Level 1 and 2 Certification classes.
10th January
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Josy Rose
UK supplier of diamante beads, cloisonne beads, glass beads, metal beads, millefiori beads, pearls, shell beads, wood and nut beads, seed beads, bugle beads, precious stone beads, fabric beads, handmade clay beads, rondelle and spacer beads, alphabet beads, findings, charms, tools, stringing materials, tiara making.
9th January
A new UK bead supplier was added to multiple pages.
Riverside Beads - Market Deeping, Peterborough
Bead and findings retail shop with online supply of metal beads, glass and freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals, Indian glass beads, Czech glass beads, acrylic beads, wooden beads, cotton wrapped beads, crackle glass beads, crystal rondells, Pandora beads, seed beads, shell chips, fabric beads, Fimo beads, kits, findings, tools, charms, chain and cord, books. They also run regular jewellery making and Art Clay classes.
8th January
A new advanced metal clay tutorial was added.
Wanaree Tanner - Installing a Metal Clay Hinge
Fantastic tutorial linked to Wanaree's video hinge tutorial. Learn how to use the hinges to make a hinged box.
7th January
A new UK chain and finding supplier was added.
Zap Creatives
UK supplier of chain, findings, charms and pendants, wood and acrylic sheet. They also offer a laser cutting service for acrylic and wood.
6th January
The latest edition of Metal Clay Artist Magazine is now in stock! Order your copy by clicking the link on the right. You can buy back issues of MCAM here.
5th January
A new weird and wonderful supplier was added.
Woodcraft Shapes
UK supplier, Wood Craft Shapes have a huge range of pre-cut craft shapes, hearts, stars, animals, boxes, letters, circles, rectangles, squares, triangles, gingerbread men, plus many more.
4th January
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Oriental Direct
UK based oriental bead and handicraft supplier. Semi precious gemstone beads, pearl beads, ceramic/porcelain beads, Chinese lampwork beads, cloisonne beads, buttons and other interesting items. They also sell wholesale.
3rd January
A new sales and marketing resource was added.
Project Wonderful
Fantastic site for cheap or free advertising. You don't get charged for clicks or displays. Instead, just name your price for a day's worth of advertising, when you're the high bidder, your ad is displayed! It's a simple, fun, and powerful way to advertise. You can alter or cancel your bids in real time, and even advertise for free!
If you have a website, Your site can be earning you money constantly. Project Wonderful take care of the annoying stuff (hosting, statistics, payment, those sorts of things!) while still giving you full control. Choose whose ads appear (and where!) while still being able to cancel ads if you change your mind. It's a whole new way to do online advertising that's fast, fun, and basically awesome.
2nd January
A new business website resource was added.
Super Simple Shop
Very easy website hosting and creation with a range of prices to suit all business sizes, even the very small. No commission on sales, just an annual payment.
1st January 2012
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Findings and Beads 4 Crafts
UK supplier of a wide range of beads including acrylic beads, aluminium beads, catseye beads, glass and crystal beads, Pandora style beads, magnetic beads, seed beads, shell beads, semi-precious gemstone beads, Tibetan silver beads, Swarovski crystals, wood beads and rhinestone beads. Also stock charms, findings and kits.
