Organic Casting - water, pasta, rock salt.... 

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Class level: 
Suitable for complete beginners. No experience needed for this fun class

Outline: 
For this class we use the big torches. For those who have not yet used a Smiths Little torch or the propane gas torches, you will be inducted into the use of them. But have no fear, they are simple to use and there is always a tutor on hand when you use them.   

We will show you how to melt your silver in a crucible. You will then pour the molten metal into either a bowl of water, or onto various dried food shapes, like twirly pasta, rock salt, or fun peas etc.  Each pour will result in completely random and unique organic shapes. No two pieces will ever be the same. If you are not happy with your shape, you can simply melt your metal and try again.

Once you have a couple of pieces you are happy with, you will then have the opportunity then turn them into unique jewellery designs - by either making a pendant or adding it as an accent to a ring or by making a pair of earrings. We will also have some pearls you can add to your design.

We will provide all the tools and a an amount of silver casting grain. You are welcome to bring any of your own silver scrap to melt down too. You can purchase additional grain from your preferred silver supplier or from Cooksongold, which is where we purchase ours.
www.cooksongold.com/Grain-and-Casting-Pieces/9999-Silver-Grain-prcode-ASF-000N&query=silver%20grain&channel=uk

​Alternatively, you can  purchase silver grain from Tracy on the day. Prices are  dependant on silver at the time. 
If you let Tracy know 1 week in advance, she can also order silver for you. Silver prices change daily, so prices will be dependant on silver prices are at the time of ordering.
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The class will run for 4- 5 hours - from 1.00pm - 5.00 pm.

PLEASE NOTE! 
​ABSOLUTELY NO ALUMINIUM OR PEWTER TO BE USED. SILVER ONLY

​Tutors: Tracy Hills
Price: £100.00
Date:  To be confirmed
Time: 1.00 - 5.00  (We can run later if you have not completed your piece)

What is provided:

• Torches - including a Smiths Little Torch
• Crucibles and tongs
• All tools needed 
• Organic substances - E.g. Rock salt, Pasta shapes, Frozen peas
• Leather aprons and safety gloves, safety glasses
  
  

What to bring:

• Although an allocation of silver grain will be provided, you are welcome to bring your own scrap silver or grain. Please note, we cannot melt down pewter or aluminium. Silver only.
• Spectacles, if needed for close up work.
• Notebook and pencil. Although we do provide some hand outs, you may want to take your own notes or draw sketches.​
  
  

T&C's:
This is a workshop environment, so your well being and safety is important to us. To ensure this is a safe - but fun environment for you to learn in; we ask that you please:​

• Wear comfortable old clothing, or bring an apron. Ear defenders and safety glasses are provided.
• Long hair to be tied back. 
• No loose flowing scarves, long sleeves or jewellery to be worn. These can easily get caught up in machinery.
• Closed flat shoes.

Refreshments:

• Unlimited tea, Coffee and biscuits provided.
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For grain orders or if you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Tracy at:
Phone: 07814 883 443
​Email: metalandflame.co.uk