These beauties were made by my fabulous students today -- some set CZ's, another dichroic glass and yet another was added after firing. I love that each ring was unique in design!!
Fine Silver Jewelry and Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Instruction in the San Francisco Bay Area Contact: virginiahuffman@gmail.com
Precious Metal Clay Rings Made by Students at PMC Design Studio
These beauties were made by my fabulous students today -- some set CZ's, another dichroic glass and yet another was added after firing. I love that each ring was unique in design!!
TIny Personalized Tags
Just created these for a customer's order. I can make tags the size of a dime and add up to 9 letters on it. So petite, so cute, so personal. This can be made with or without the heart cut out.
Intro to PMC Class July 11th 10:30-4:30pm
Get hooked on Precious Metal Clay! Learn to make fine silver jewelry with PMC. This revolutionary medium is an easy entrée to metal work as well as a new addition to your metalsmithing repertoire. In this class you will learn the basics of PMC (forming, firing, and finishing). Student projects include pendants & charms. There will be a 45 minute lunch break. Bring a sack lunch.Date; Saturday May 30th 10:30am-4:30pm
Level: Beginner
Cost: $95
Materials Fee: $45. Tools provided.
To reserve your space for a session please contact me at virginiahuffman@gmail.com.
Katy's Koy Pendant
Katy Boynton who attends the Wednesday Night PMC Open Studio Class made this lovely Koi pendant and filled it with tinted resin. Isn't it beautiful?!
PMC Box Pendant by Martina Lavelle
Martina, who regularly participates in our Wednesday Night Open Studio Sessions created this two sided box pendant. Just flip to the side that goes best with your attire du jour.
Creative PMC Pendant Using a Motor Part
Ken Tejima has found his creative voice with PMC - he created this piece using a car part from an engine.
Whimsical Flower Ring by Tina
This fun ring was crafted by Tina Belluomini in the PMC Rings Class a few weeks ago.
PMC Open Studio, Wednesday April 1st, 8th, and 15th
PMC Open Studio
Date(s): Wednesday, April 1, 8, and 15th
Level: Intermediate and Advanced
Cost: $30 per session, $50 for 2 consecutive sessions, $70 for 3 consecutive sessions.
What to bring to class: PMC
Fun with Resin
Our Wednesday Night session is getting adventurous. Here are some sample resin projects we made one night.
Collage Pendants Created by Kirsten
We have had fun creating these beauties at out Wednesday night sessions. These were created by Kirsten Lavelle.
This Just In
Once I etched this copper I had a vision for combining it with silver and rivets. I was very excited as it came alive just as planned. I have been showing it off all day.
Fine Silver Ring by Katy Boynton
This is a simple and fun ring created by PMC Design Studio student, Katy Boynton. To purchase her creations go to www.outoftheashesdesigns.com
Riveted Photo Pendant by Linda Cullen
This fun piece was created by Linda Cullen who participates in the Wednesday Night PMC Studio. It is PMC rivited with copper tube rivets. The photo is of her adorable chilcren sealed with resin. She topped it off with a fun chain and sterling heart. Isn't it sweet!?
Chloe's Quote
My daughter Chloe's favorite thing to say to me is "I loved you the first time I loved you". I had to capture it in an expressive bracelet.
Wine, Women and PMC Focus: Mould Making Mar 27
Wine, Women and PMC
Focus: Mould Making for PMC
Date: March 27th 6-9pm
Level: All
Cost: $45
Materials Fee: $20 materials fee for moulding materials.
What to bring to class: Your favorite beverage to share. PMC as you will be making at least one item from your moulds.
Wine, Women and PMC Focus: Earrings April 17
Wine, Women and PMC
Focus: Earrings
Have fun creating earrings from projects you have already fired or make new designs. Many samples and design ideas will be available to get you started.
Date: Friday April 17th 6-9pm
Level: Any. Basic knowledge of wire wrapping & working with jumprings will be helpful.
Cost: $45
What to bring to class: Your favorite beverage to share, PMC, moulds, silver wire, jumprings, gemstones.
Wine, Women and PMC Focus: Stamping Apr, 24
Wine, Women and PMC
Focus: Stamping Words on PMC
Nametags are the rage. Now you can learn to make them with PMC. With this special text stamping tool names, words, or will make a statement in your handcrafted jewelry.
Date: Friday April 24th 6-9pm
Level: Any
Cost: $45
Materials Fee: $30 for stamping tool which will be yours to take home. Materials to Bring: Your favorite beverage to share & PMC
Intro to PMC Saturday February 21 10am-3pm
Get hooked on Precious Metal Clay! Learn to make fine silver jewelry with PMC. This revolutionary medium is an easy entrée to metal work as well as a new addition to your metalsmithing repertoire. In this class you will learn the basics of PMC (forming, firing, and finishing). Student projects include pendants & charms. There will be a 45 minute lunch break. Bring a sack lunch.
Date; Saturday February 21 10am-3pm
Level: Beginner
Cost: $80
Materials Fee: $40. Tools provided.
PMC Hollow Links DATE TBA
Create magnificent, organic looking hollow links. Length of PMC links will depend on each student’s design.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Date: Saturday March 28th 10-4
Cost: $95
Materials Fee: $10
Materials to Bring to Class: Two or more packages of PMC 3 depending on the size and number of links you make. You can also purchase PMC from Virginia
PMC Rings -- Saturday April 25th 10am-4pm
Two ring styles in one class! In this class we will start with the stirrup ring which will be topped off with your favorite bead or stone. After that we will make a ring with fine silver wire imbedded into PMC to create a perfect fitting ring.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced. Must have at least taken Intro to PMC
Date: Saturday April 25th 10am-4pm
Cost: $95
Materials fee: $10 materials fee for fine silver wire.
Materials to Bring to Class: One 25 gram package PMC 3. A stone or glass bead that can fit at least 20 gauge wire. You may also purchase PMC and stones or beads from Virginia
PMC Hinged Box Pendant (Postponed)
Learn to make hinges and a box structure with this fun class. Box structure may be transformed into a pendant or left as a small box for tiny treasures or small photo.
Date and time: Saturday May 30th 10-4
Level: Advanced to Intermediate
Cost: $95
Materials Fee: $10
Materials to bring: Makins clay extruder and small adapter to make holes in the tubes. Items available at www. Cooltools.us Also bring One to two 25 gram packs of PMC 3 or buy some at class. Price varies depending on the silver market.
Private, Group Sessions & PMC Firing
Private Sessions. Can’t make a class? Want some one-on-one time specific to your learning interests? Schedule some time at PMC Design Studio with Virginia
Group Sessions. Coordinate a class for you and three friends and your class fee is FREE! All you pay for is your materials. A minimum of 3 hours is required. Cost per student is $25 per hour plus materials.
Metal Clay Firing. Metal Clay firing service is available at PMC Design Studio. Please call ahead to reserve space. Free firing is available during classes and for Open Studio participants.
Cost: $15 per shelf
Bird and Labradorite Earrings
Wow! Gotta Love these!! And of course the labradorite stone is marvelous.
Asian Lady Earrings
I bought these hand painted beads last year and finally was inspired to make them tonight after my PMC Class.
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