Metal clay is a crafting “clay” composed of small particles of metal and an organic binder. When fired, the organic binder burns away, leaving a pure metal object. This process is called “sintering.” The metal can be silver, gold, bronze, or copper.

Metal clay can be shaped and molded like any soft clay, using your hands, molds, stamps, etc. You can add gemstones and other objects to your creation. Silver metal clay is even suitable for enameling after it is fired.

This is a fun medium for someone looking to try something new. It is easy to work with. And it is easy for all ages to create something cool from metal clay. This is the perfect medium for those who like the look of silver, but don’t want to deal with saws and drills.

Images below show samples of work by Sarah Bober who teaches a variety of metal clay classes and workshops.

Peyote stitch is a basic beadweaving technique done without a loom (off-loom). Peyote stitch is also called the gourd stitch by the Europeans who introduced it to indigenous tribes all over the world along with glass beads. American Indians renamed it after bead adorned ceremonial objects, and the name stuck in the bead weaving world.

Peyote stitch allows you to create something that looks like beaded fabric, where the thread isn’t visible. The beads lock together to form magical patterns and tapestry forms. 

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Samples shown below are created by Cheri Meyer who teaches our peyote stitch jewelry workshops.