Silver Clay Fingerprint Workshop - Tuesday 22nd July (10.30am to approx. 3pm)

In this class you'll capture a loved one's fingerprint into silver clay and make one beautiful heart or circle silver pendant. You'll also make a small initial charm to go with your fingerprint charm.

You'll be sent a fingerprint kit prior to the class with full instructions and special moulding putty so you can take the imprint and post it back to me. The kit and postage are included in the cost of the class.

If you would like to add a second smaller pendant with a different fingerprint, there is an additional cost of £30 which includes the cost of an additional fingerprint kit. You'll be sent a payment link for the additional cost after you book.

What is metal clay? Metal clay looks and feels like clay and can be moulded, modelled, rolled and textured just like clay. The clay is made with fine particles of pure silver mixed with a non-toxic organic binder and water. After firing with a torch or kiln, the clay particles burn off leaving real pure silver. Just like magic!

No experience is required and the class is suitable for beginners. Minimum age is 13 and under 16s must be accompanied by a paying parent or guardian.

How long is the class?

The length of the class is approx. 4 to 4.5 hours and includes a 45 minute lunch break to allow the clay to dry. Please bring a packed lunch or visit the Cornhill Village Shop which does lovely filled rolls, pastries and quiches if you'd like to pop in before the class starts. Please note that the class times are approximate and may run longer or shorter.  

Fingerprints - things to know:

• Fingerprints can be taken from children and adults but please note that children under 12 months do not have developed fingerprints so it might be better waiting until they are older.
• Some people have more defined fingerprints than others so this will affect how your finished piece will look. 
• Larger prints will take up more area of the pendant.

 What’s included?

• Refreshments: tea/coffee/water & muffins made by our fabulous local shop. Please advise of any dietary requests or allergies at the time of booking and I will try to accommodate them.
• Use of all tools.
• 7g of silver clay (or 10g if making a second pendant), jump rings, and 1 sterling silver chain (2 if making a second pendant).  If you have clay left, you can make additional charms.

BY BOOKING THIS COURSE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE CANCELLATION POLICY AND ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS LISTED HERE.

• Toilets (including disabled) are available on site.
• Parking is on site and free.
• There is an outside seating area for you to enjoy your refreshment break (weather permitting).
• Please click here for all class FAQ’s and class location.

• The workshop has disabled access. Please inform me at the time of booking so I can make sure this is clear.
• Disabled parking is available directly outside the workshop.
• Classes are suitable for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility but please contact me to discuss before the class as some areas of the workshop are narrow and the height of the jewellery benches cannot be altered. Part of the class involves using a foot pedal but I can help if you are unable to use one.
• A disabled toilet is available in the centre.

• Please do not wear sandals or open toe shoes
• No loose clothing
• Long hair must be tied back
• Safety glasses and dust masks will be provided.
• If you wear reading glasses, please bring them with you.
• Aprons will be provided but please don’t come to class in your good clothes! Silversmithing can be a dirty business so be prepared to get grubby.