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Creating texture is one of the techniques I enjoy best about metal clay because it can be so simple to do. I am always on the lookout for interesting elements that I can use for this, and lace is one of my favorites since I am also a fiber lover as well. You just need a little scrap of lace and the usual metal clay supplies to make this sweet heart lace-textured pendant.
To make this Copper Clay Lace Heart Pendant, you will need the following:
Kiln (preferably a programmable one)
1 – 4 inch metal pan with lid
1 Metal clay removal fork
Activated carbon granules
Copper Clay
Olive oil
8 playing cards
Metal clay hand tools and carving tools such as a roller and work surface
Craft knife
35mm Paper heart-shaped template
Burnishing brush
Polisher (such as a polishing kit or magnetic polisher)
Fine Sandpaper
Jeweler’s file
A magnetic polisher speeds up the polishing process considerably. However, there are still a number of steps required to polish a piece and to maintain the machine. Since I do a lot of casting, I invested in Raytechs CMF-400 model and have been very happy with the results. These instructions are geared toward the smaller sized machine. For the larger machines, more items can be polished using less time.
Note:
It is important to remember not to leave the tumbler on the base when the machine is not in use, or the shot will eventually become demagnetized. Also, unplugging the machine is an extra precaution in case the lid is accidentally lifted from the tumbler while the machine is on. If this were to happen, all that tiny steel shot would go flying!