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24K Gold Plating Technique by Valerie Bealle

Valerie Bealle, Metal Clay Artist and Instructor from Long Island, New York visited the Cool Tools studio to demonstrate how to add 24K gold plating to fine silver. In this...

Pendant using Extruded Embellishments by Valeri...

Valerie Bealle, Metal Clay Artist and Instructor from Long Island, New York visited the Cool Tools studio to demonstrate how to make this beautiful pendant using PMC Flex, Scratch Foam...

Jewel Stamp Pendant 2 Ways by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley creates two different pendants using the same Cool Tools Jewel Stamp and EZ960® Sterling Metal Clay. Jewel Stamps are crystal clear, 3 dimensional designer images made for creating...

Romancing the Stone Pendant by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley shows how to make a beautiful pendant with intricate tendrils and a fireable cubic zirconia. Learn how easy it is to make this pendant using EZ960® Sterling Silver...

Setting Small Stones in Metal Clay by Karen Tre...

In this video, you'll learn Karen's technique for setting small stones. She's adapted the tube setting technique she learned from metalsmithing and brought it into the world of metal clay....

EZ960® Sterling Flowing Earrings by Lisel Crowley

Watch Lisel Crowley create these unique earrings using EZ960 Sterling. This is a perfect project for beginners! These earrings are easy to make and take a very small amount of...

Taking Ready Molds to the Next Level by Valerie...

Valerie Bealle, Metal Clay Artist and Instructor transforms a detailed pendant made from silver metal clay using one of our Ready Molds. She enhances it with gold plating, adds cubic...

Basse-taille Enameled Pendant by Pam East

Watch Pam East demonstrate the Basse-taille process using fine silver metal clay. She creates a low-relief pattern on kiln fired fine silver metal clay. She then adds translucent enamels to...

EZ960® Sterling Mens Ring by Lisel Crowley

Watch Lisel Crowley make this handsome mens ring using EZ960 Sterling Silver Metal Clay, vinyl textures and an embeddable bezel cup. The tools and supplies used in this video are...

EZ960® Sterling Adjustable Ring by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley shows how to create this adjustable ring featuring a fireable gemstone. She uses our Bezel Templates to set the stone. Because of its strength, EZ960® Sterling Silver is...

Embrace Pendant Project by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley, Metal Clay Artist and Instructor from Connecticut visited Cool Tools to create this "How to" video. She shows how to add a touch of individuality to your jewelry...

Scratch Foam Pendant Project by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley shows how to add a touch of individuality to your jewelry designs, by creating a custom texture. Textures in Scratch Foam Board result in beautifully raised designs that...

Sweet & Easy Enameled Pendant by Pam East

Pam East, an internationally known artist, writer and teacher has been an enamelist since 1997. She visited Cool Tools to demonstrate enameling on fine silver metal clay, using one of...

Soldering Patterned Wire Earrings by Terri McCa...

Terri McCarthy, local artist, instructor and metalsmith is from Grafton, WI. In this video, Terri demonstrates soldering patterned wire to silver sheet and finishes her project by soldering ear wires...

River Pebble Pendant by Karen Trexler

In this video, learn how to create this elegant pendant using a variety of basic techniques and EZ960® Sterling Silver Clay. This project allows so many opportunities for the artist...

Polymer Clay Jelly Roll Cane by Deb DeWolff

Deb DeWolff, Polymer Clay and Metal Clay Artist from Milwaukee, WI visited Cool Tools to teach us another process using Polymer Clay. In this video, she demonstrates how easy it...

Introduction to Faux Bone™ by Robert Dancik

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Getting Started in Polymer Clay

Getting Started It is very inexpensive to get started with polymer clay. A few basic tools are all that you will need. You may have items in your kitchen items...

Polymer Clay Project Videos

Curing Polymer Clay

Curing Polymer Clay Most polymer clays will harden and cure with the appropriate heat and length specified by the manufacturer. Polymer will be soft when first removed from the oven....

About Polymer Clay

About Polymer Clay Polymer clay is a versatile and exciting medium for crafting jewelry. It is an art medium that is known for its versatility, pliability and simplicity to work with...

Enameling with Stencils by Jan Harrell

Learn how to sift enamel onto a curved shape of copper and how to allude to depth with stencils and enamel! The products used in these videos are listed below.Shop...

Glitter & Glue Technique by Jan Harrell

In this video, Jan shows her glitter and glue technique with enamels! She uses the Emboss It pen to draw a sticky area for adding enamel embellishments. She recommends working...

The 5 S's of Enameling by Jan Harrell

Learn the 5 S's of Enameling by Jan Harrell! These simple tips are easy to remember and can make all the difference when enameling. The products shown in this video...

Fun Wire Ring for Rough Stones by Jennifer Dins

In this video, you'll learn how to create a fun wire ring for rough stones. Using 18 gauge sterling silver wire, Jennifer solders the ring shape and creates a setting...

Bezel Stacked Ring by Matt Breunig

In this video, learn how to create a bezel stacked ring using 14 gauge sterling silver wire and tubing. After creating the bezel from tubing, Matt sets the stone with...

Die Forming without a Press by Robert Dancik

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Trillion Cut Bezel Set Ring by Matt Breunig

Meet Matt Breunig! Upon graduating high school in Hastings, NE, Matt attended the Texas Institute of Jewelry and Technology in Paris, TX. This is where he received his Goldsmith and...

Introduction to Riveting by Robert Dancik

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Faux Bone™ Cuff by Robert Dancik

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Druzy Quartz Pendant by Matt Breunig

Meet Matt Breunig! Upon graduating high school in Hastings, NE, Matt attended the Texas Institute of Jewelry and Technology in Paris, TX. This is where he received his Goldsmith and...

Hot Bluing Steel by Cindy Pope

Artist, Instructor and Silhouette Curio expert, Cindy Pope started out with Precious Metal Clay Rio certification and metalsmithing classes and is one of Hadar Jacobson’s first Cadre of Base Metal...

Marriage of Metals Process by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen demonstrates a technique called marriage of metals which is an inlay process of two or more different types of metals. She demonstrates the proper sawing techniques,...

Introduction to Foldforming by Robert Dancik

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Bezel Set Stone Cufflinks by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen uses bezel wire and silver sheet metal to solder together a bezel. She then solders the cufflink to the bezel, before setting the stone and completing...

Using Solid Expressions Concrete for the Artist...

Robert Dancik, artist, inventor and instructor, holds a Masters degree in sculpture from Northern Illinois University, and a BA in fine art from Adelphi University. He has been an artist/teacher...

Stacked Patterned Wire Rings by Karen Trexler

Karen discovered her interest in jewelry and metalsmithing in 2009 when she took a jewelry class in high school. Thoroughly hooked on making and interested in expanding upon the basics...

Doming Textured Metal & Sheet Stock by Jan Harrell

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate the correct method for doming textured metal and standard...

Soldering a Small Bail to a Pendant by Terri Mc...

Terri McCarthy, local artist, instructor and metalsmith from Grafton, WI demonstrates her technique of soldering a small bail to a pendant. Terri uses a groove created in a magnesia block...

Soldering Textured Metal by Terri McCarthy

Terri McCarthy, local artist, instructor and metalsmith from Grafton, WI demonstrates her technique of soldering two textured metals to create a multi-dimensional pair of earrings. She finishes by soldering a...

Cold Connecting Textured Metal by Terri McCarthy

Terri McCarthy is a local artist, instructor and metalsmith from Grafton, WI. In this video, Terri shows how easy it is to combine textured metal with rivets to create your...

Polymer Clay Leaf Cane by Debra DeWolff

Deb DeWolff, Polymer Clay and Metal Clay Artist from Wisconsin teaches us another process using Polymer Clay. In this video, Deb demonstrates how to create a beautiful leaf cane using...

Polymer Clay Flower Petal Cane by Debra DeWolff

Debra DeWolff, a local artist from Wisconsin, started out as a fiber artist, she later added polymer clay and metal clay to her repertoire. She visited Cool Tools to demonstrate...

Polymer Clay Striped Cane by Debra DeWolff

Debra DeWolff started out as a fiber artist, she later added polymer clay and metal clay to her repertoire. She visited Cool Tools to demonstrate how to make a striped...

Introduction to Polymer Clay by Debra DeWolff

Deb DeWolff shows us the basics on working with Polymer Clay. We have divided this information in a series of 4 short videos. 1. Overview of Polymer Clay2. Polymer Clay...

FS999™ Shadow Box Tide Pool Pendant by Lisel Cr...

In this video, Lisel creates a Shadow Box Tide Pool Pendant using FS999 Fine Silver Clay, resin and Alcohol Inks. She creates a textured frame for the pendant, and dries...

Resin Tortoise Shell Earrings by Karen Trexler

Learn step by step how to make these transparent, lightweight tortoise shell earrings using casting resin, resin dye and silicone molds. This technique is great for any combination of colors!...

Pigment Powder Resin Earrings by Karen Trexler

Learn how easy and fun it is to create resin earrings using casting resin, pigment powders and silicone molds. In this video, Karen will show step by step how to...

Product Video - Nano Gems Introduction by Deb D...

These beauties are perfect for Sterling Silver and Fine Silver Metal Clay.Update on Testing: Nano Gems are safe to fire up to 1675°F / 913°C on an open shelf in...

Resin Hair Barrettes Two Ways with Karen Trexler

Learn how to create hair barrettes with two part casting resin and molds. Adding colors and patterns to the barrettes is super easy! Check out how in the two videos...

6 Piece Drill Set

If you design with metal clay, you know drilling holes in leather hard and bone dry clay can be a little tricky. Having a tool to make it easier can...

Metal Clay Resin Suncatcher by Karen Trexler

In this video, learn how to create a beautiful, light capturing suncatcher using metal clay and resin. This project requires as little as one gram of silver clay, making it...

Watch Part Ring by Matt Breunig

Upon graduating high school in Hastings, NE, Matt Breunig attended the Texas Institute of Jewelry and Technology in Paris, TX. This is where he received his Goldsmith and Gemologist Degree....

Enameled Frog Pin by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen creates a fine silver frog pin using FS999 Fine Silver Clay and our Ribbit Ready Mold, which is a dimensional piece. She fires the scattered pin...

Enameled Pearl Necklace by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen shows both working stages of this project - clay working (with Cyprus™ Copper Clay) and enameling after the clay has been fired. The pearlescent effect of...

Mica Powder Embellished Ornaments by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen cuts holiday shapes from Cyprus™ Copper Clay using both the Ultra Clay Pick and cookie cutters. She then enamels these shapes and embellishes them with Mica...

Applying Decals to Enamel Art by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen demonstrates how to apply decals onto enameled pieces. This is a simple process that can give your enameled pieces a look that is next level! These...

Torch Firing Enamels by Karen Trexler

Karen Trexler our Cool Tools resident artist received her MFA with a focus on metalsmithing and enameling in the spring of 2018 at the University of Wisconsin in the spring...

Introduction to Separation Enamel by Karen Trexler

In this video, Karen gives step by step instruction on how to use Separation Enamel for a marbleized look. She cuts cabochon shapes from Cyprus™ Copper Clay and lets them...

Enameled Cyprus™ Copper Clay Cuff by Karen Trexler

In the first video below, Karen gives step by step instruction to add color by enameling on this wonderful copper clay. She gives it an antiqued finish using Patina Gel....

FS999™ Plique-à-jour Stained Glass Earrings by ...

Meet Karen Trexler, our Cool Tools resident artist. Karen discovered her interest in jewelry and metalsmithing in 2009 when she took a jewelry class in high school. Thoroughly hooked on...

Painting with Ferro® Sunshine Enamels by Jan Ha...

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate the easy process of adding Ferro Sunshine Enamels to...

Enameling Techniques & Tube Riveting by Jan Har...

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate various methods of enameling including Basse-taille, Champlevé, wet packing...

Sunshine Color Enameling & Tube Rivet Earrings ...

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate her enamel finishing techniques using Ferro Sunshine Enamels to...

Enamel Finishing Techniques by Jan Harrell

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate her enamel finishing techniques to give your pieces that...

Enameling with Stencils by Jan Harrell

Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate the use of stencils with enameling. Jan places multiple coats of...

Enameling with Graphite & Sunshine Colors by Ja...

In this video learn how to use a stencil and a graphite pencil and add soft color details with Sunshine watercolor enamels. Note: Jan Harrell misspoke regarding surfactant. Correction: Surfactant...

Basse-Taille Enameling by Jan Harrell

Jan Harrell, Enamelist, Metalsmith, Sculptor and Instructor at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, TX visited Cool Tools to demonstrate her method to create Basse-taille which is when transparent...

Enameling Basics by Pam East

Pam East, an internationally known artist, writer and teacher has been an enamelist since 1997. She visited Cool Tools to create four short videos for Enamelists, each with specific instruction....

Hollow Bead using Wood Clay by Lisel Crowley

Another great technique from Lisel! In this video, Lisel creates a round form using wood clay (cork clay can also be used). She wraps the form with EZ960® Sterling Silver...

FS999™ Fine Silver Clay Introduction by Debra D...

Deb introduces FS999 Fine Silver Clay. Made in the USAVery Flexible in the Greenware StateShrink Rate: 13% The products and tools used in this video are listed below.

Hallmarking Silver Metal Clay by Lisel Crowley

In this video, Lisel gives tips and tricks on how to add a hallmark to wet silver metal clay. Note: This video was created before our Quality Stamps. See below...

Large Cylinder Bead Caps in Metal Clay by Valer...

Valerie Bealle, Metal Clay Artist and Instructor from Long Island, New York visited the Cool Tools studio to demonstrate how to create cylinder bead caps and end caps using PMC...

Syringe Techniques by Lisel Crowley

Lisel Crowley, Artist and instructor demonstrates multiple uses for the tips that are included with EZ960® Sterling Silver Paste in syringe form. She includes repairing clay, decorating earrings and creating...

EZ960® Easy Paper Punch Earrings by Cindy Pope

Artist, Instructor and Silhouette Curio expert, Cindy Pope started out with Precious Metal Clay Rio certification and metalsmithing classes and is one of Hadar Jacobson’s first Cadre of Base Metal...

Delicate Elements Filigree Necklace by Karen Tr...

Cool Tools resident artist, Karen Trexler studied metalsmithing and jewelry design in college and received a BFA from Ball State University. Karen then continued her studies at the University of...

Cyprus™ Copper Clay Garden Rose Cuff by Karen T...

Developed by artist, instructor and metal clay enthusiast, Cindy Silas, Cyprus Copper Clay is an excellent base metal clay medium for jewelry, crafts, sculpture and models. Offered in lump (wet)...

FS999™ Three Layer Pendant by Cindy Pope

Create layered pendants, matching earrings and more with Cindy's exclusive template sets! Easy to use, mix and match shapes for multiple combinations. Each set consists of three templates that are...

EZ960® Sterling Ring Using Silicone Ring Mandre...

In this video, Lisel uses Cool Tools Non-stick Silicone Ring Mandrels, a texture and an Antique Mold to create a detailed ring with a touch of sparkle. Silicone Ring Mandrels...

Using Finishing Touches Molds to Embellish Hoop...

Karen Trexler our Cool Tools resident artist received her MFA with a focus on metalsmithing and enameling at the University of Wisconsin in the spring of 2018 at the University...

Using Accent Gold for Silver™ by Karen Trexler

Karen Trexler, our Cool Tools resident artist received her MFA with a focus on metalsmithing and enameling in the spring of 2018 at the University of Wisconsin in the spring...

Introduction to the Micro Rotary Hand Tool & Ki...

Paula McDowell found her second career when she discovered metal clay. She creates jewelry objects that echo nature’s textures, forms and movements using both traditional and non-traditional methods. Paula is...

Carved Sea Ammonite Pendant by Paula McDowell

Paula McDowell found her second career when she discovered metal clay. She creates jewelry objects that echo nature’s textures, forms and movements using both traditional and non-traditional methods. Paula is...

Pattern Stencil Pendant with Set Stone by Karen...

In this video, Karen shows how to create a beautiful pendant using one of our Cool Tools Pattern Stencils for Metal Clay. This video is full of techniques, including how...

Wanaree Tanner Floral Bouquet Pendant by Karen ...

In this video, Karen uses Wanaree Tanner's Trillium Bloom Die Cut and EZ960® Sterling Silver Clay to create this beautiful floral bouquet pendant. The construction of this piece is particularly...

Introduction to Moiko Silk Screens by Karen Tre...

In this video, Karen introduces Moiko Silk Screens. You'll learn how to use them for both enameling and polymer clay. Pattern-capture possibilities are endless with these finely detailed screens. The...

Cab Setting Tool with Hadar's Brilliant Bronze ...

In this video, Cindy shows how to create this beautiful pendant using her Cab Setting Tool and Hadar's Brilliant Bronze Clay. This project is great for learning how to construct...

Mixed Metal Pendant by Karen Trexler

Developed by Cindy Silas, Aureus Bright Bronze Clay is an excellent base metal clay medium for jewelry, crafts, sculpture and models. Offered in lump (wet) form, this clay results in...

Cyprus™ Copper Clay Faux Layered Pendant by Cin...

Artist, Instructor and Silhouette Curio expert, Cindy Pope started out with Precious Metal Clay Rio certification and metalsmithing classes and is one of Hadar Jacobson’s first Cadre of Base Metal...

Chandelier Snake Earrings with Set Stones by Ka...

In this video, Karen sculpts EZ960® Sterling Silver Clay to create a snake. After creating settings for the variety of fireable gemstones using our Stone Setting Punches, jump rings made...