Welcome to 6 Months of Silver Clay – Your Free Metal Clay Jewellery Journey!
Led by expert tutor Emma Roy, founder of the Silver Clay Academy and an accredited Art Clay instructor, this series is perfect for anyone looking to create beautiful jewellery using silver clay (also known as metal clay). You’ll learn how to work with Art Clay Silver, syringe, paste, torch firing, and more - all with easy to follow, step by step video tutorials.
Whether you’re completely new to metal clay or looking to expand your skills, this series will inspire and guide you through your creative journey, all from the comfort of your own workspace.
About Your Tutor
Emma Roy is an experienced jewellery artist, accredited Silver Clay Diploma tutor, and founder of the Silver Clay Academy. She’s passionate about helping makers unlock their creative potential with this amazing medium, and now she’s sharing her knowledge with you, absolutely free.
Emma first discovered the fascinating world of silver clay in 2017 during a keepsake jewellery course, and she hasn’t looked back since. What began as a creative spark quickly turned into a full-blown passion, leading her to build a successful jewellery business, Jewellery by Emma Roy. Her talent and dedication were recognised when she was named Cooksongold’s Designer of the Month.
In 2020, one of Emma’s most beloved pieces, a miniature silver fairy door, received both The People’s Choice Award and a Certificate of Merit in the Man, Myth and Magic Challenge, hosted by the Alliance for Metal Clay Arts Worldwide.
Emma is a fully qualified Art Clay Silver instructor, holding Diplomas at Levels 1, 2, and the Higher Level 3. This enables her to offer the prestigious Art Clay Diploma to her students, helping them progress and gain formal recognition for their skills.
As founder of the Silver Clay Academy, Emma brings a wealth of experience, a deep love for silver clay, and a genuine passion for teaching. Her workshops and courses are designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and share the magic of this remarkable material with others.
We interviewed Emma to learn more about her silver clay journey, creative process, and what to expect from the series.
A message from Emma...
"In this series, I am excited to share my knowledge in working with silver clay with you. With eight years of experience as a metal clay artist and three years of teaching under my belt, I am a certified instructor in Art Clay. I look forward to helping others explore this artistic medium, guiding you through all the essential skills and techniques needed to start your metal clay adventure. I hope you can join me during #6MonthsOfSilverClay."
Episode 5: Stone Setting In Silver Clay
In this episode Emma shows you how to set stones in silver clay, create secure settings, and work with both bezel cups and fireable stones to bring extra sparkle to your designs.
Shopping List For This Episode:
- Art Clay Silver
- Fine Silver Bezel Cups
- Cabochons (of your choice)
- White Cubic Zirconia Faceted Stones
- Liver Of Sulphur (for patina effect)
Watch Previous Episodes
Episode 1: Getting Started with Silver Clay
In the first episode of our 6 Months of Silver Clay series, Emma Roy walks you through the basics - what silver clay is, how to work with it safely, the tools you'll need, and a simple project to get you started.
Episode 2: Adding Bails, Embellishments, Textures & a Patina Effect
In this episode, we cover how to create bails, add decorative embellishments and textures, experiment with patina effects, and refine your piece before firing. You'll also follow along with a beginner-friendly, step-by-step project to bring these techniques to life.
Episode 3: Adding Embeddable Findings & Using a Syringe
In this episode Emma demonstrates how to incorporate embeddable findings and work with Art Clay Silver Syringe to enhance your silver clay jewellery.
Episode 4: Using Moulding Compound, Metal Clay Paste & Patina
In this episode you learn how to capture textures and natural details using moulding compound, and how to enhance your designs with patina for beautiful depth and definition.
Recommended Products For Your Projects
Art Clay™ Silver Clay Tool Bundle
Jewellers Gas Torch
Silver Clay Spacers - Various Sizes
Silver Clay Work Surface
Magical Metal Clay Book
This book explains varying techniques and tools plus for the more advanced metal clay user, there are new discoveries and a chapter on using clay paper, sheet as well as an overview of using a kiln.
Tools & Accessories for Silver Clay
Take your creations to the next level with our range of metal clay accessories – from texturing plates and moulds to torches and finishing tools. Everything you need to add detail, depth, and polish to your jewellery.