Working with sterling silver metal clay has totally opened up a whole new world of jewelry making! This amazing material is made of tiny sterling silver particles mixed with an organic binder, so it can be worked just like clay – I sculpt, mold, carve, and even attach pieces with slip, just like regular clay. I’ve even experimented with setting stones in the clay before firing. The possibilities are endless! Once it’s ready, the piece goes in a kiln (or can be torch-fired, depending on the…