The class - PMC Pendants and Rings

This past weekend I took 2 glass related classes. The first (for which I was late) was an intro to PMC focusing on basic PMC skills. Could a person roll, cut, add texture and then fire a piece of PMC into something usable? My answer... Yes! I made a fairly non-descript PMC rectangular pendant. This was made from PMC+.

The second class was focused on PMC rings. Now, I must admit, that this class held more interest for me. I'm not sure if it was the small class size (3 students Vs. 10 students) or if it was the subject matter. I had more fun and did more in this class. Two rings were made. The first is a simple loop with some cuts made in the surface. The second is a ring with some basic texture. The rings were made from PMC3.

Now, I purchased a basic toolset in class and then on Monday bought the remainder of what I needed. (Let's just say the toolset was a lot less expensive.) Over the next week, the other stuff will show up in my home and I should be ready to go. Now, I just need set up my shop.

Thanks goes out to Patrik Kusek for teaching us. I had a lot of fun and my PMC instruction has begun.

Classes - PMC

This weekend I am taking my first class in PMC. Hopefully (as it currently appears) both classes will be held. The first class appears to be an introduction and practical application class. It appears that we will be creating pendants and other "hangable" objects. The afternoon class is focused on rings.

The classes will be held at The Nova Studios up in Richmond, CA. As this is my first time at this studio, it will be interesting to see it. It appears to be quite the place teaching and selling products ranging from soap to jewelry.

For those who don't know, PMC (Precious Metal Clay) is a pretty neat materials.

Starting of the new shop

I need to get off my duff and begin cleaning out the garage. This started with me trying to find computing parts for a friend last weekend.

Looking around the garage, I realize that there is enough room for me to torch and do other stuff.

Let's see what this weekend brings as my class at BAGI has been canceled.