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Enameling on Metal Clay

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Congratulations to Pam for pulling together what must be now the definitive text on enamelling with metal clay. This 95 page book is simply brimming with information. The first half of the book is all about getting started, instructions on the basics of both metal clay & enamel, tool kits, firing tools and the equipment you need.

One of the best sections in the first half of the book is the firing section. The wonderfully photographed descriptive photos and easy to read and understand instructions help you to be totally confident with the firing process. De-bunking the myth that a kiln is necessary, you can learn to do enamelling effectively using just your butane torch, stovetop or even a little Ultralite.

The 8 projects are very nice too, a mix of earrings, pendant, beads and a ring. Certainly not daunting. I particulary liked the use of gold foils on the enamel. Pam has also taken a lot of the guess work out of choosing colours by listing the colours that work well and advising what to expect out of a specific colour - i.e. "the Orange Ruby Red will be a nice warm yellow".

The tips boxes that are sprinkled liberally throughout the text are true gems & whilst Pam is associated with Art Clay she has been smart enough to include both Metal Clay's on the market. This book finishes with a very nice gallery and a troubleshooting section. This book will walk off the shelves, truly wonderful.

This is probobaly one of the best books on working with metal clay that I have seen yet. Pam covers working with metal clay AND enameling very well. There is enough information to answer most questions and the visuals leave no doubt what she is talking about. Tools, supplies and equipment are covered even to the point of how to program the Orton controller used on most metal clay kilns! While a lot of her insturctions in working with metal clay are geared to the ultimate goal of enameling, they provide a solid basic guide even if you never add enamels!

Then there is the section on enameling projects. There are just enough projects to teach you each of the methods for enameling effectively on metal clay silver. Pam's project instructions are complete in that each one covers how to the make the metal clay base and then how to add the enamel to it. The step by step photos are a boon for someone working on their own without an instructor nearby. The notes and tip boxes mixed in help to explain those details and questions that may arise out of the project.

Pam rounds out the book with enamel troubleshooting, resources for materials and supplies and a Gallery of inspriational artwork. The only sad note is that she has since closed her enamel supply company, Pinzart, so now I'll have to find my materials somewhere else!

I have searched many books on enameling that are very good, but they don't cover enameling on metal clay silver as well as this one. If you want to enamel on metal clay, get this book FIRST...you may not need any other book!

This book is an in-depth guide to enameling on metal clay. Instructors and students alike can use this book as an excellent reference when exploring metal clay and enameling.
Pam looks at Enameling on Metal Clay from an enameling background, consequently her approach and manner of instruction is clear and concise. Tool lists and equipment lists are all inclusive and a boon to the beginner.
Photographs are self explanatory, the gallery scrumptious!
The projects in the book are interesting and the only thing I see missing is one on Plique-A-Jour.
Thank you Pam, for filling a gap in the metal clay library.

This is the definitive text for adding enamels to metal clay. Pam is thorough, concise and her projects are neither overly complex, nor too "dumbed-down." If you love the color of true enamels, and work in metal clay, this work is for you. Congratulations to Pam for all her hard work!

Being new to enameling on metal clay this book has been Heaven sent! It has some great projects with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. I've also been impressed with all the extra tid bits of information the book provides...things to make your creations go more smoothly. If you've been thinking about getting this book...make sure you do. You won't be disappointed!

"Enameling on Metal Clay" is an excellent guide to both working with metal clay and the enameling process, almost like getting two books in one! We have just started to experiment with making jewelery to augment our retail line in my wife's small business and we have become interested in enameling since we already own a kiln. We selected this book based on the large number of positive, helpful reviews and I am pleased to say it was a very good choice.

The book is divided between two main sections, "Getting Started" and "Projects". "Getting Started" contains all of the basic information needed, including the required materials, tools, and procedures. The "Projects" section has eight practical projects that are quite nice and are designed to develop the skills needed to move onto more complicated challenges. Both sections are presented in very easy to follow formats with helpful pictures. There is also a good section on troubleshooting and an outstanding gallery of pictures.

This is one of the better craft books I have seen and it will likely be my "go to" resource.

Highly recommended!

CFH

I've always wanted to learn how to add enamel to my work. This book not only gives instruction on enameling, but also provides instruction on the basics of metal clay. The instructions are well written and accompanied by full-color photos. The book also contains a helpful section on troubleshooting the most common problems that you may encounter while enameling.

Enameling On Metal Clay gives specific information on combining two complicated arts/crafts, metal clay (fine silver) and enameling. Plenty of books tackle one or the other, but not both. Her set up info for enameling is great for beginners as is her tip for removing enamel from disappointing pieces. The projects are good, but I found the info in the first part of the book--including which enamel colors do not work on fine silver--more necessary. Strict beginners for either or both mediums might be advised to get some of the learning curve (in other words, gain experience through practice) before tackling this book.

I love the way this book really breaks down all the steps and makes it easy to create the projects. The metal clay is a blast to work with for even a beginner like me and adding colored enamel is the icing on the cake. I highly recommend this book - even if you've never done anything like this before. You can DO this!

Pam East's book answers so many questions, gives great advice and thorough instruction, and finally provides amazingly beautiful examples of what can be done with Metal Clay and enamel. I am already getting good results by following her instruction. Wht more can I ask.