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Just do it! Buy plenty of silver clay so you can have a few attempts. Spend £100 on clay and £50 on tools and you can make something great!

yes, just search @funkyfunyou

Hey!!! Thanks a bunch for the follow and the sweet words! 😘❤️ Super happy you're enjoying the videos.

Aw, thanks Kambreigh! ❤️ I'll definitely remember the love and support from you!!

Awww, you're too sweet!!

Haha, thanks! I should probably share more about the hard parts of running a small biz from home too ;(

I made these screen printing patterns myself :)

I waited a whole week 😭 I definitely should try the warm-up method you mentioned. Thanks so much for sharing your process-it’s really helpful!

Thanks for breaking that down! Really appreciate :)

Thanks for the great advice! I'll definitely look into getting a filter mask or respirator for the cleanup. Love the tips about using the top of an already heated kiln for those thicker pots!!

You're right! I hadn't even thought about that. I’ll make sure to be more careful with the dust, especially around my dog 😭

^ totally! a preheat to your firing will help draw out the moisture that caused these pieces to explode. just make sure to keep the lid cracked open or peeps out (while preheating only) to lessen the damage the moisture will do to the elements in the kiln.

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely make sure to check for any coldness in the pieces next time and try that long warm-up!!

I got it in Big Design market in Melbourne, I think it's a brand called JDV store ;)

Thanks!! He's cute but also so naughty 😉

Thank you so much! It’s always great to connect with creative people online through my content ;)

Hahaha, thanks for the feedback! Got any good background music recommendations? Always looking to improve it 😂

Thanks! I really believe in making the most out of everything. Glad you appreciate it! 😊

Well, thanks for taking your time to comment on this piece of crap.

Haha, I was just trying to add some random patterns to make it fun-looks like the 'rage bait' strategy works! Thanks for watching :)

Hola! I work for myself in my own small business. 🙏❤️

Thank you! Cheers!

I use Final Cut for editing longer videos and CapCut for shorter ones.

Awww, thank you! I'm so glad you found it relaxing to watch ;)

Thank you so much! 😊 I grew up in China and moved to Australia in my 20s. I've been living here ever since and loving it! ✨

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it‘s called precious metal clay or silver clay

It really depends on the type of stone you use. Most hard stones can handle the firing process without breaking, but if they aren’t covered sufficiently by the clay, they might pop out of their setting. But just many stones can't stand high temperatures-often, their color darkens. You should definitely check with the stone suppliers and consider doing some tests yourself :)

@@funkyfunyou8571 Thank you so much!

I understand where you're coming from. Silver clay certainly has its limitations and might not meet the standards of every skilled crafter, especially for traditional techniques like stone setting. However, I think it's a fantastic material for home DIY projects. It allows people to experiment and create with less pressure, which is more about creating and having fun.

Thanks so much! I'm really glad to hear it gave you a positive vibe. Best of luck with your resin art business! 🥰

It's called the jump ring opener :)

@@funkyfunyou8571 thanks!

Yes, that's right! Which is just silver clay mixed with water. It helps to bond the pieces together.

@@funkyfunyou8571 super cool. I'm looking to try the clay before too long, have you had good experiences by fusing the ends of the clay together rather than using the paste?

Yes, the silver clay DIY kit we currently offer includes 5 stones.

Hey! Thank you! I used high-quality CZ (cubic zirconia) stones for these rings.

Thanks!! ;)))

Bet you've had all your experimental boosters though eh

You're right, I should have been more diligent about wearing my mask and gloves. Thanks for the reminder! I'll make sure to gear up properly next time.

I think it’s different with craft resin. It’s not as dangerous to breathe in as epoxy, but gloves are a good idea. I always find myself somehow getting it on my hands anyway though 😭

I don't think an electric stove would work for this, as it doesn't provide the same direct heat as a gas stove or grill. A better alternative would be to use a torch gun, which can provide the direct, intense heat needed for firing.

I’m using a propane torch

There is a gold and bronze version of metal clay.

Gold clay is indeed quite expensive, so if you're looking for a more budget-friendly alternative, yes, you could try using bronze clay. Alternatively, you can create your piece with silver and then send it to a local jeweller for gold plating.