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
May What's New Archive - you can see everything that was added during May 2010 here
30th June
A new supplier was added to the US tool suppliers page.
National Jewelers Supplies
US wholesale supplier of tools, benches, torches etc.
A new site to promote and sell your work has been added.
Craft-e
Craft-e offers you space in an 'electronic market' where you can describe and display your products and services. This is then made available to the public through their website and puts you in touch with a much wider audience. £25 + VAT to register to be a provider, then a monthly rate depending on the number of products you want to list. To become a provider click here.
29th June
A new supplier was added to multiple pages.
Stuller
US supplier of tools, stones, findings, metals and packaging. Stuller only sells to qualified members of the jewelry trade. You must qualify for an account before you can place an order.
A new supplier was added to the US tools page.Knew Concepts
Jewelery fabrication equipment for the discriminating individual. Every item is designed and manufactured by Lee Marshall, world renowned designer of the original Bonny Doon Hydraulic Press.
28th June
Tonya Davidson needs your pictures!
Tonya is seeking to promote you and your art! Please send images of pieces that have metal clay and mixed media such as : enamels, faux bone, polymer, resins, colored pencils etc to her for possible inclusion in her presentation at the PMC Conference in Purdue.
Please send your high quality professional photos of 300 dpi in jpeg format or tiff to Tonya by July 9th.
Please include your name, website, date made, size, materials used and any other information you feel like sharing so they can tag them properly.
A new metal clay related event was added.
Pasadena Bead & Design Show
When: 29th July - 1st August 2010
300 exhibitors, workshops, and lectures, organized around the finest design and handwork, and showcasing wearable art, handmade beads, designer components, embellishments, lapidary, ceramics, glass art, jewelry, metalwork, handwovens, art couture, collectibles, and decorative arts. Art Clay World are running a large number of workshops at this show - Call U.S. toll–free 866.381.0100 to book a place.
A new supplier was added to multiple pages.
Polymer Clay Superstore
US supplier of polymer clay who also stock lots of tools, molds, textures and cutters.
27th June
Don't forget there are two opportunities RIGHT NOW to get your metal clay work published.
Holly Gage is currently inviting submissions for her Metal Clay Jewellery Calendar 2011. All the information you need to get your work considered is on Holly's website. You have until 15th August 2010 to get your submissions to Holly.
Hattie Sanderson is writing a book about metal clay rings and is looking for images of rings from metal clay artists. Full details are on Hattie's website. You have until 1st November 2010 to get your submissions to Hattie.
26th June
A new supplier was added to the general supplies page.
100 Castings
Fine silver castings ready to add to your metal clay creations.
A new supplier was added to the tools section.
Lee Valley Tools
US supplier who have a great tool for cleaning metal clay or applying slip or glue to small or awkward places. These micro brushes are a must have in the studio. They also sell very good carving tools.
25th June
A new business resource was added.
Into Stores
This site claims to connect artists with stores around the world who want to sell their goods. They guarantee more sales for you when you join them. Check them out.
A new project was added to the downloadable beginners metal clay projects page.
Syringe Lattice Pendant
Lovely pdf tutorial from PMC Connection uses syringe lines to create a contrasting pendant.
24th June
A new resource was added to the patina downloadable resources page.
Brynmorgen Press
Download PDF's of different sorts of patina methods. This comprehensive list of resources includes patina's achieved by burying your pieces, fuming, liver of sulphur, Japanese patinas and more. Check it out!
Pearl Grey Steel Clay - now available from Hadar Jacobson
The Pearl Grey Steel metal powder is silver-gray in color. It is very pliable and soft, and does not become grainy after being stored in the refrigerator, even after many weeks. It also leaves your hands clean. Read more on Hadar's blog here.
Instructions for using Hadar's Pearl Grey Steel Clay
This downloadable instruction manual tells you all about working with Pearl Grey Steel Clay.
23rd June
A new project was added to the downloadable beginners metal clay projects page.
Geranium Leaf Pendant
This tutorial from PMC Connection includes beginner and more advanced projects using a painted geranium leaf.
22nd June
Prometheus Copper Clay is now available
Another new clay is launched today. Prometheus Copper Clay fires in 30 minutes at 850 degrees C and requires no special firing pan. And it comes as syringe clay as well as lump clay.
A new project was added to the downloadable beginners metal clay projects page.
Tree of Life Pendant
Project using Aura 22 gold from PMC Connection.
21st June
A new supplier was added to the UK tool suppliers page.
The Blue Peg Craft Bench
UK supplier of craft and jewellery benches including fold away benches. The Blue Peg Craft Bench is an innovative idea designed by a Master Model Maker for the discerning craft person. The bench folds away to make the best use of space and can, therefore, be used virtually in any room in the house, studio, workshop or school. Being foldable also makes it easily transportable to craft fairs. The bench top can also be fitted to a workmate.
A new lampwork glass supplier was added.
Dragonfly Glassworx - US
Dragonfly Glassworx offers premium 96 COE furnace glass frit blends for flameworkers — and the newest offering is their Borosilicate glass frit blends. Beautiful and unusual combinations of 96 COE furnace glass frit — that are essentially "fret-free". Their newest line of boro blends are also easy to use even for those new to this type of glass. Their blends are designed for all skill levels, however, advanced lampworkers may be able to achieve additional and unexpected results.
20th June
New suppliers were added to the UK bead suppliers page.
Silver Artz
UK supplier of handmade lampwork beads, sets of beads in many colours.
The Bead Lagoon - Sidmouth, Devon
Retail shop selling beads and other supplies.
19th June
A new supplier was added to the general supplies page.
Clayaround
UK supplier of polymer clay, tools, Pearlex Powders, Renaissance Wax, image transfer supplies and other craft items.
A new supplier was added to the UK bead suppliers page.
Nostalgia Beads
UK supplier of beads including seed beads, lucite and resin beads, flower beads, vintage beads, leaf beads, lentils, drops, focal beads, glass beads, Swarovski Pearls, lampwork beads, metal beads, velvet flowers and leaves, purse frames, bellcaps, connectors and toggles, metallic mesh, beading thread, silk cord and ribbon.
18th June
New UK bead suppliers were added.
Jan Miller Design
UK supplier of beads including acrylic beads, millefiori beads, shell beads, lampwork pendants, metal cast beads, cats eye beads, aluminium beads, wooden beads, semi precious beads, porcelain beads, Strass beads, Pandora style beads, miracle beads, hematite beads, lampwork beads, glass beads, foil lined beads, crochet beads and crackle glass beads. Also sell findings, tools, clasps and chain. Also run classes.
The Pelican Bead Store
UK supplier of Czech fire polished beads, Czech hurrican glass beads, Czech pressed glass beads, glass beads, pewter beads, Toho seed beads and bead mixes.
17th June
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Purple Moon Beads - Ventnor, Isle of Wight
UK bead supplier with online and retail store. Supplier of Czech glass beads, semi-precious stones, pearls and seed beads in a variety of colours, findings and clasps are available in silver plate, gold plate, copper and sterling silver. Beadalon wire, findings and components. For chainmaille enthusiasts they have jump rings in silver plate, gold plate, niobium, aluminium, stainless steel and brass.
A new glass supplier was added.
A&A Products - US
US supplier of glass fusing products, glass and tools.
16th June
New training providers were added to the jewellery making training page.
Le Villard - Creuse, Limousin, France
Jewellery making and traditional silverwork courses.
Bay Beading and Textile Breaks - St Ives, Cornwall
Beading, patchwork and felt work classes.
15th June
New packaging suppliers have been added.
Alphapack UK Ltd
UK packaging supplier with a wide variety of jewellery packaging, gift bags and accessories.
Tiny Box Company
UK packaging supplier with a huge range of recycled and eco friendly packaging.
14th June
A new training provider was added to a number of pages.
Wibbly Wobbly Glass - Droxford, Hampshire
Silver clay classes, fused glass classes, lampworking classes, silverwork classes and enamelling classes.
A new chain supplier was added.
Silver Silk Jewelry
US supplier specialising in chains of Argentium wire around silver beads. The final product has two structures balancing each other. On the inside silver beads are hard and tough. On the outside Argentium knit is soft and supple. Together there is a new look and a new feel.
13th June
New UK bead suppliers were added.
Bead Bitz
UK supplier of crystals, lampwork beads, glass beads, acrylic beads, shell strands, glass strands and findings.
The Beads Knees
UK bead supplier with a large selection including animal beads, cats eye beads, bumpy beads, Toho mixes, Delica, donut beads, fire polished beads, flower beads, heart beads, focal beads, lampwork beads, leaf beads, haematite beads, metal beads, Miyuki beads, fresh water and glass pearls, seed beads, semi precious beads, shells and fish beads, and Swarovski crystals. Also sell fingings and clasps, wire and thread, tools and accessories, packaging and kits.
12th June
A new UK bead supplier was added. Also added to the glass classes page.
Lush Lampwork - Malvern, Worcestershire
UK supplier of lampwork beads with a large selection. They also run lampwork bead making classes.
11th June
A new training provider was added to the glass classes page.
Carole McAllister - Devon
Glass bead making classes.
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Shima Beads - Cardiff
UK online supplier and retail store selling Swarovski crystals and Chinese Crystals. They also run classes.
10th June
A new training provider was added to multiple pages.
Good Muse Designs - Tucson, AZ
Silver metal clay classes for all levels from beginners to project based classes, bronze clay classes, metal clay and glass classes. Also offers private lessons.
A new artist selling her work was added to the Gallery section.
Good Muse Designs
Marnie Ehlers sells her fine silver jewelry direct from her website.
9th June
A new supplier was added to the chain page.
Lima Beads
US supplier of gemstone beads, metal beads, wooden beads, freshwater pearls, chain and cubic zirconia.
A new supplier was added to the UK bead supplier page.
Starlight Beads
UK supplier of beads including bell flower beads, Millefiori beads, glass beads, Pandora and Troll style beads, crackle beads, flower beads, cloisonne beads, gemstone beads and Tibetan silver beads. Also supply cord and ribbon and findings.
8th June
New suppliers were added to the UK bead suppliers page.
Maddie's Bead Shop
UK supplier of Miyuki beads, Czech seed beads, bugle beads, Karrs, Swarovski crystal, horn beads, plastic beads, metal beads, findings and clasps.
Threadabead
UK supplier of fire polished beads, lampwork beads, Miyuki Delica, Swarovski crystals, findings, tools and bead patterns.
7th June
New suppliers were added to several pages.
Finding Beads 4 U
UK bead supplier selling Swarovski crystals, Pandora style beads, gemstones, natural beads, glass and acrylic beads, metal beads, seed and bugle beads, findings, clasps, chain, thread, wire and cord.
Dobeadoo
UK supplier of lampwork focals, polymer clay beads, electroformed leaves, TOHO seed beads, filigree findings, watchfaces and bead boards.
6th June
New UK bead suppliers were added.
Etnico
UK supplier of unique Peruvian ceramic beads. They also supply leather and hemp cord, findings and jewellery.
Anastasia Beads - Barry, Cardiff
Retail and online UK supplier of beads including glass beads, acrylic beads, rubberised beads, semi precious beads, findings and jewellery kits.
5th June
New suppliers were added to multiple pages.
Silver Moon Beads
UK supplier of beads including gemstone beads, pearls, shell and mother of pearl beads, Hill Tribe sterling silver beads, sterling silver beads and charms, silver plated beads and charms, Swarovski crystal beads and pendants, glass beads and pendants, acrylic beads, chains and loose chain, clasps and bails, findings and earwires, thread, cord, ribbon and wire, tools.
Pearlescence
UK supplier of pearls with a huge range including pearl jewellery and loose pearls. Also supply clasps and catches, findings, wire, cord and tools.
4th June
New UK bead suppliers were added.
The Spellbound Bead Company - Lichfield, Staffordshire
UK online and retail bead shop supplying Chinese lampwork glass beads,Czech Fire Polished faceted Beads, Czech Cut Crystal Beads, Czech and Japanese Seed Beads, Czech Bugles, Miyuki Delica, Glass Pearls, lots of beautiful Indian hand made Glass Beads and Czech pressed glass beads, glass bead mixes, metal beads, in base metals in a variety of finishes - white metal in plain and coloured decorated finishes, silver and gold plate, antique gold, antique copper, antique silver and grey black; high quality Pewter Beads, Pendants and Findings from Tierracast; and Sterling Silver Beads in both plain and decorated finishes, Wooden Beads and Ceramic Beads and a wide range of Semi Precious Beads, Bead Strings and Pendants.
The Bead Shop - Covent Garden, London
UK retail bead store in the heart of London. Also run jewellery making workshops.
3rd June
A new UK bead supplier was added.
Jenny's Bead Box
UK bead supplier with a wide selection including precious metal beads, gemstone beads, glass beads, Swarovski crystal beads, polymer clay beads, metal beads, seed beads, wooden beads, glass pearls, rubber and plastic beads, ceramic beads, Lucite beads, cords, threads and wires, precious metal and plated findings, tools, boxes and packaging.
A new video tutorial was added.
UV Resin - Whole Lotta Whimsy
Another useful video tutorial from Whole Lotta Whimsy.
2nd June
New training providers were added to the silversmithing courses page.
Bergin Clarke Studio - Ireland
Metalsmithing school covering silversmithing, Celtic chasing and anticlastic raising.
Jinks McGrath - Streat, East Sussex
All levels of silversmithing and traditional jewellery making classes. Varying length courses and regular day and evening classes.
1st June
The Art Clay World UK Conference booking is now open. Guild members can log in and book workshops online, download a conference booking form and sign up now.
A new UK bead store and jewellery making training provider was added.
The Viking Loom - York
UK retail and online store selling needlecraft and craft supplies, glass beads and jewellery findings. They also run beading classes.
