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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Feb 4, 20152 min read
How can I handle Metal Clay
Every Metal Clay Artist has her/his own ways to handle Metal Clay and create their work. Here I will share with you my own way. Once...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Dec 4, 20141 min read
How can I Texture my Metal Clay pieces
This is the fun part working with Metal Clay. You can use almost anything around you to texture your clay like: Fabrics with a special...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Dec 3, 20141 min read
How can I cut Metal Clay in different shapes
After you roll and stamp your clay, it is time to cut the shape you like. There are a lot of different ways to cut shapes on your clay...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Dec 2, 20141 min read
How can I give dimensional shape to my Metal Clay pieces
Once you texture your clay and cut your piece, it is time to dry it. You can dry it flat or you can give it a shape you like. There are a...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Dec 1, 20142 min read
How can I dry my Metal Clay pieces
For the success of your projects it is essential to learn when and how to dry your pieces. Firstly, form you piece with your wet clay. If...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Nov 30, 20141 min read
How can I attach two or more Metal Clay pieces together
Make sure that the pieces you're going to attach to each other are completely dry, otherwise you are increasing the risk to break them....
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Nov 29, 20142 min read
How can I refine my Metal Clay pieces
When refining a piece, the golden rule to follow is the 80-20: 80% of the work must be done at the green stage before firing and only...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Nov 28, 20141 min read
How can I fix my broken piece
When the clay is bone dry, at the green stage, a little more pressure on the piece can easily break it. This kind of 'accidents' can be...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Nov 27, 20143 min read
How can I fire my Metal Clay piece
Firing your Metal Clay work can be done in three different ways. Not all three are applicable to all of your work. Firing with a torch :...
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Posted by Meropi Toumbas
Jan 1, 20142 min read
How can I finish my Metal Clay piece
Basic Polishing Tools There are a lot of different ways to finish your work. The degree of polishing depends on the taste and the desire...
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