Technique: Simple detailed pendant Win: Mostly — a piece that feels like it’s beginning to speak its own language Challenge: • Creating a perfectly round, concave form — simple in theory, surprisingly demanding in practice • Adding fine detail without losing clarity or control Lessons Learned: • Fine detail is still a conversation between patience … [Read more…]
Technique: Simple pattern dangle earrings Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes: Reflection: There is a growing awareness in my work now — not just of how to make something, but of when to hold back, soften, or adjust. I am starting to recognise that refinement often lives in restraint, and that each … [Read more…]
Day 30Technique: Altered mokume gane pendant and matching earringsWin: Absolutely Challenge: Lessons Learned: Material Mastery: Confidence Level: 10/10 Notes:
Challenge:• Creating even circles using thin extruded strands• Maintaining consistent thickness in both the circles and rings Lessons Learned:• Control is still developing, and consistent practice is key Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes:• I love abstract designs, and I’m really happy with this necklace• I want to explore more techniques for clasps and stringing
Technique: Using all the clay scraps to create well-finished simple dangle earrings Win: Yes Challenge: • To create a fun colour using all the scraps. It turned into a slightly muddy pink that was unexpectedly pretty • To create a batch of simple dangle earrings while focusing specifically on clean, well-finished edges Lessons Learned: • … [Read more…]
Technique: Quick journal charm using a Skinner blend Win: Yes Challenge: • To use leftover scraps to create two feather-shaped journal charms. • To create Skinner blends for colour variation within the feathers Lessons Learned: • Creating Skinner blends with very small amounts of clay is tricky. The blend needs repeated folding up and down, … [Read more…]
Technique: Using scraps for a simple pendant with matching earrings – revisited Win: Yes Challenge: • To use the leftover extruder pieces from yesterday in a cohesive way • To create matching earrings that echo the pendant colours • To gently rework the extruder pattern without losing its texture • To keep the design simple … [Read more…]
Technique: Abstract pendant – revisitedWin: Mostly Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes: Material Mastery:
Technique: Large, round, colourful pendant Win: Yes Challenge: • To use an extruder to create very thin strings for a circular pattern • To handle and place delicate extruded strands without distorting the design • To achieve a cleaner, more refined bail finish than yesterday • To form a smooth concave pendant with an even … [Read more…]
Technique: Flower detailed dangle earrings Win: Yes Challenge: • To create clean dangle earrings using scraps from the pink clay used a few days ago • To create delicate roses, stems, and leaves that are symmetrical on both earrings • To create tiny leaves by hand rather than using a mould Lessons Learned: • Creating … [Read more…]