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In this case, it is much easier and safer to place the object in HF. After 20-30 minutes you will get absolutely clean and undamaged metal. No energy consumption and no risk of splashing. And never damage the metal. I give you a big minus for your dangerous experiment.
@Jo72_style3 күн бұрын
Or can i use home oven for firing? I dont think i want to buy a kiln at this point
@Jo72_style3 күн бұрын
Can you u use torch for fire?
@cooltoolsvideos3 күн бұрын
FS999 requires a kiln at 1650°F. Phoenix Torch Fireable Clay, which is a fine silver can be torch fired. You can find it here: cooltools.us/collections/phoenix-torch-fireable-clay
@NeogroupLimited7 күн бұрын
Just like old times with the Modelmaster photo etching system. Brings back memories
@Kristinesmauilife8 күн бұрын
Thanks Pam! What happens if the image on the transparency is gray instead of black?
@PamEast7 күн бұрын
If the transparency is gray you will not get a good exposure. Everything needs to be black or clear. You end up with a partially exposed mess under gray.
@Robindalmiras8 күн бұрын
Love this option
@PamEast7 күн бұрын
have fun with it!
@laurajeffery89618 күн бұрын
This is fabulous I can't start making stamps again
@PamEast7 күн бұрын
Go for it! it's so fun!
@Brandyp20108 күн бұрын
Cool 👍 I would love to take a class...🙏 There are so many tools and equipment I would have to purchase just to make a stamp 😢
@claudiamartinez-lx3iv8 күн бұрын
Hola estimados amigos. Necesito información referente al lugar en el que pueda comprar los materiales. Me interesa la técnica y quiero practicar.
@cooltoolsvideos8 күн бұрын
Hello, you can find Pam East's Photopolymer Kit here: cooltools.us/products/pam-east-photopolymer-kit The link is also in the description :)
@luvnotvideos11 күн бұрын
This is fascinating! Yet another hobby my wallet will hate 🤣 How strong is the piece after it's fired? Is this strong enough to be used to make custom buckles? I have half a dozen designs I've put off trying to make because I don't want to do tin casting. If it's possible to make the buckles from this, I'm all set!
@cooltoolsvideos9 күн бұрын
Hello, metal clay can be treated similarly to any other metal, but it is more porous than standard sheet metal. Because of this, you would want to make sure it is designed properly to stand up to the rigors of a belt buckle. If the buckles are thick enough, it should not be a problem to use metal clay!
@angeyates715514 күн бұрын
I really love how the fine clay looks white, can i keep it white somehow?
@cooltoolsvideos14 күн бұрын
Yes, you can seal it with something like Renaissance Wax or even powder coating!
@angeyates715513 күн бұрын
@@cooltoolsvideos ooo I've not heard of powder coating, I'll look into it, thank you
@evepearson349115 күн бұрын
Do you have to do anything to account for shrinkage around the gemstone?
@hunnyflash18 күн бұрын
Really appreciate this video! I didn't know there was this formula that is so flexible when dry. The Silhouette machine is a great idea.
@PUR3C0UNTRY18 күн бұрын
Do you have a kiln that will enamel copper and fuse glass-such as Frit glass cabochons?
@cooltoolsvideos17 күн бұрын
Yes, all of the table top kilns we carry can do this. You can find them here: cooltools.us/collections/kilns
@luzfarias105721 күн бұрын
Traducir al español por favor
@azizcrew23 күн бұрын
Great video! I am just starting out with bronze clay and love all the tips. My question is while you are drying the cuff on the mandrel, how do you get the ends to wrap around the mandrel so that they are not just hanging?
@yvonnemairose610025 күн бұрын
Great vid. How was this ring fired? On an open shelf? AH? Vermiculite? Thanks!
@cooltoolsvideos22 күн бұрын
Hello, this ring was fired in a dish of alumina hydrate. Thanks for watching!
@juliegodseyjewelry28 күн бұрын
So what exactly is powder coating? It's not enamel, correct? Does it have to be fired in a toaster oven or can you use a kiln? Thank you!
@cooltoolsvideos22 күн бұрын
Our powder coatings are polyester or polyurethane. They are not enamel; enamel is glass. Yes, powder coating requires a toaster oven at 350°F - 400°F. A kiln would not work with powder coatings. Hope this helps!
@evepearson349129 күн бұрын
What do ypu do with all the dried clay cut offs? Can you add water and return to the wet clay?
@cooltoolsvideos28 күн бұрын
Yes, you can either use these pieces to attach to the wet clay, or even dried clay with paste or water. You can also reconstitute the dried clay and turn it into usable clay again!
@jeannettesalazar644229 күн бұрын
Karen you talk to fast. Hard to get the instructions. Thanks for sharing. 😊
@sherrirowan5049Ай бұрын
That is so fun. I can’t wait to do this ❤
@GEK69NYАй бұрын
You’re better not to upload that many videos simultaneously, it is annoying
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hello, it is not our usual to upload so many videos at a time; however with our release of Pam East's products comes an exception for a release of a variety of videos to accompany these products. Thank you for your feedback.
@clementmarquaire5896Ай бұрын
Thanks for all those very informative new videos! Pam's products seem amazing, so cool that you guys are distributing them!! Wish I was living in the US or even better, that you guys were in Europe!
@tlskyward3214Ай бұрын
Unsubscribed for clogging up my feed with this crap. Congratulations
@MegaJadonАй бұрын
Hello nice channel Please tell me how good is the foredoom portable micro motor Doing some engraving and want to take places where no power is available Is good for engraving rings?
@yvonnemairose6100Ай бұрын
I absolutely love all the CoolTools videos. The only thing I think would make them even better is to be more consistent with stating at the beginning of the video how much clay is being used. Otherwise, love,love,love!
@rongarza9488Ай бұрын
... as I'm pushing this farther ...
@prawnstar9213Ай бұрын
They are overpriced but they work
@jobi765Ай бұрын
Where do you get the faux bone?
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hello, you can find Faux Bone here: cooltools.us/collections/faux-bone Thanks for watching!
@CJGPickleАй бұрын
Hi, what oil can I use? Will olive oil or linseed oil work? Or maybe over coat overglaze?
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hello, you want to use squeegee oil, which you can find here: cooltools.us/products/squeegee-oil-5-oz
@starboard6372Ай бұрын
THANK YOU for such a good video...I had NO idea things had come along this far....much appreciated. You're a doll.
@zuma3334Ай бұрын
Hi Karen, question. Does cooltools clear powder coat work on clad metal? Thanks
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hello, yes. Powder coats work on all metals. Thanks for watching!
@moonbeammimiАй бұрын
Great video, as always! What beautiful cuff bracelets! I've never used Aureus Bright Bronze, but now I can't wait. 🙂 Question: Is the coconut shell carbon "bronze finish" (Cool Tools KLN 953) ok to use for this process?
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hello, so glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, coconut carbon is the recommended carbon for use with Aureus Bright Bronze Clay.
@yvonnemairose6100Ай бұрын
Love ya Karen and all the wonderful videos you share. I will try this project next. QQ can you fire Art Clay and Phoenix clay together? And if so at what temp? Thanks again!
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hi Yvonne, we'll make sure to share your kind words with Karen! Yes, Art Clay and Phoenix can fire together. They are both low temperature firing clays, so you can use either schedule for both.
@steveferguson1232Ай бұрын
I love the set I have and plan to get the rest soon. I use them on my laser projects and in my fine furniture woodworking
@daniellebeem7144Ай бұрын
I ordered after watching this video! SO excited to try this on my bronze rings! Could you use Isopropyl Alcohol to clean? Is there a reason why not?
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hi Danielle, thank you for the order. We're glad the video has inspired you! The recommended cleaning agent for metal before powder coating is denatured alcohol or acetone. Hope this helps!
@nanstombaugh8394Ай бұрын
Why does this technique use glycerin rather than Klyr fire? Thank you!
@yvonnemairose6100Ай бұрын
I have just spent 45 minutes trying to make this Round-Domed Finishing Touches mold work. NOTHING! The clay will NOT stay in the mold. I have washed the mold, I have made the clay more moist. I have dried the clay more, tried 4 different scraping tools and a dozen angles...NOTHING, absolutely NOTHING works. The clay just rolls off the mold.😢
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
Hi Yvonne, not all metal clays are easy to use with the Finishing Touches Molds. We recommend EZ960, FS999 or Art Clay with these. If you are working with a more firm or sticky clay such as Phoenix or PMC, something that can help is leaving your clay in a clay hydrator in a small zip lock bag or similar container with the top of the bag open, this allows it to draw in extra moisture from the damp environment and become softer, which will help it more readily go into the low areas of the mold and scrape off without pulling everything out of the mold. It does make it a bit too soft for other work like coiling or texturing, so we would only advise doing this with a portion of your clay that you are planning to use only for purposes like this. Hope this helps!
@yvonnemairose6100Ай бұрын
@cooltoolsvideos Thank you for your quick response. Perhaps it would be a good idea to have that noted on the website, so people who prefer to use Phoenix or other clays that are not compatible with the mold don't buy the mold.
@cooltoolsvideosАй бұрын
@@yvonnemairose6100 Thank you for the recommendation, we do have this information on our instructions, on the product page: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0596/7092/1404/files/FinishingTouchesInstructions_e5c92b97-8be4-42ec-acb6-7c5e0c03c8b2.pdf?v=1670009458 For the future, we will keep in mind adding text regarding Phoenix specifically. :)
@tomfitz-tm6tz2 ай бұрын
Great video...I will try to make one of these !
@user-li4ik9qs8c2 ай бұрын
Hi Matt, I cut the end of the hoses and converted them to insert in the adjustable regulator with gauges cuz didn’t find this gauge that have female end that fit to the male hose end, but the Oxygen end leaking, while the butane hose’s connected to cooking cylinder successfully. Could you direct me where to buy this kind of regulator with gauge for the oxygen? Thanks 🌷
@BEEtheJOY2 ай бұрын
Wonderful informative video. I like how Karen explains her testing of the product. I too would think 50/50 would mean what she thought during her testing. ha!
@BEEtheJOY2 ай бұрын
Thank you Cool Tools! Excellent introduction to using powder coatings! I will continue to learn from other videos you post on working with this product. I love that when I read through the comments , someone from Cool Tools responds and answers the questions. SO helpful!
@cooltoolsvideos2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words Sharon!
@Dee-kr7jz2 ай бұрын
Hi Jennifer, I have a porcelain pendant and wondered if it’s possible to attach it to a silver clay ring? Would the paste act as the “glue” to attach the porcelain pendant to the ring? Thank you and looking forward to your answer
@cooltoolsvideos2 ай бұрын
Hello, we reached out to Jennifer for her opinion on this. She said: I would make a metal clay bale (like those we purchase for fused glass pendants) and attach it to the porcelain with E6000. That way, the bale can be embellished to match the porcelain cab and it (the bale) will be fully fired and strongly glued. Honestly, the silver on porcelain is simply silver adhering to the glass glaze of the piece. I am not confident that glaze can hold up to the pressure of a bale holding onto the cab. Hope this helps!
@danielledang53332 сағат бұрын
Thanks for your reply 😁👍 will give it a go
@gigisandy72 ай бұрын
shooooooow!
@britttullos81192 ай бұрын
I’ll be completely honest, the fact that the valves and the cans are the opposite colors is very confusing and I could see where it could cause a lot of issues.
@ritahenry80022 ай бұрын
When you refer to Mica powders are you referring to something like PearlX mica powders? If so, is there a video on how to use them to paint fine silver?
@cooltoolsvideos2 ай бұрын
Hi Rita, you can find mica powders here: cooltools.us/collections/mica-powder We do not have a video on using them to paint fine silver. We will keep this in mind for the future. Thanks for watching!
@engnardine2 ай бұрын
Lovely colors! I am not sure I understand how you achieve that texture using that stencil. Were you starting off with metal sheet or metal clay?
@cooltoolsvideos2 ай бұрын
Hi, Cindy used a stencil to emboss Cyprus Copper metal clay and then fired it. Hope this helps clarify!
@kimmie442 ай бұрын
Those are incredible!! Can you use just a regular oven? The one I also bake in? Or is the powder coating toxic?
@cooltoolsvideos2 ай бұрын
Hello, you should use a designated toaster oven. Powder coating should not be in contact with food.
@jehjey76262 ай бұрын
Thank you! I have been struggling and now I know why - the colours do not match. How counter intuitive.
@MrsLeguyader2 ай бұрын
That looks so easy! Thanks for the great video!
@d_s9792 ай бұрын
Pro welding tip: Don't ever use a butane lighter to light torches (or keep one in your pocket). They make a nasty bomb if a spark or slag hits them and melts thru. Always use a sparker. You will only make that mistake once.
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In this case, it is much easier and safer to place the object in HF. After 20-30 minutes you will get absolutely clean and undamaged metal. No energy consumption and no risk of splashing. And never damage the metal. I give you a big minus for your dangerous experiment.
Or can i use home oven for firing? I dont think i want to buy a kiln at this point
Can you u use torch for fire?
FS999 requires a kiln at 1650°F. Phoenix Torch Fireable Clay, which is a fine silver can be torch fired. You can find it here: cooltools.us/collections/phoenix-torch-fireable-clay
Just like old times with the Modelmaster photo etching system. Brings back memories
Thanks Pam! What happens if the image on the transparency is gray instead of black?
If the transparency is gray you will not get a good exposure. Everything needs to be black or clear. You end up with a partially exposed mess under gray.
Love this option
have fun with it!
This is fabulous I can't start making stamps again
Go for it! it's so fun!
Cool 👍 I would love to take a class...🙏 There are so many tools and equipment I would have to purchase just to make a stamp 😢
Hola estimados amigos. Necesito información referente al lugar en el que pueda comprar los materiales. Me interesa la técnica y quiero practicar.
Hello, you can find Pam East's Photopolymer Kit here: cooltools.us/products/pam-east-photopolymer-kit The link is also in the description :)
This is fascinating! Yet another hobby my wallet will hate 🤣 How strong is the piece after it's fired? Is this strong enough to be used to make custom buckles? I have half a dozen designs I've put off trying to make because I don't want to do tin casting. If it's possible to make the buckles from this, I'm all set!
Hello, metal clay can be treated similarly to any other metal, but it is more porous than standard sheet metal. Because of this, you would want to make sure it is designed properly to stand up to the rigors of a belt buckle. If the buckles are thick enough, it should not be a problem to use metal clay!
I really love how the fine clay looks white, can i keep it white somehow?
Yes, you can seal it with something like Renaissance Wax or even powder coating!
@@cooltoolsvideos ooo I've not heard of powder coating, I'll look into it, thank you
Do you have to do anything to account for shrinkage around the gemstone?
Really appreciate this video! I didn't know there was this formula that is so flexible when dry. The Silhouette machine is a great idea.
Do you have a kiln that will enamel copper and fuse glass-such as Frit glass cabochons?
Yes, all of the table top kilns we carry can do this. You can find them here: cooltools.us/collections/kilns
Traducir al español por favor
Great video! I am just starting out with bronze clay and love all the tips. My question is while you are drying the cuff on the mandrel, how do you get the ends to wrap around the mandrel so that they are not just hanging?
Great vid. How was this ring fired? On an open shelf? AH? Vermiculite? Thanks!
Hello, this ring was fired in a dish of alumina hydrate. Thanks for watching!
So what exactly is powder coating? It's not enamel, correct? Does it have to be fired in a toaster oven or can you use a kiln? Thank you!
Our powder coatings are polyester or polyurethane. They are not enamel; enamel is glass. Yes, powder coating requires a toaster oven at 350°F - 400°F. A kiln would not work with powder coatings. Hope this helps!
What do ypu do with all the dried clay cut offs? Can you add water and return to the wet clay?
Yes, you can either use these pieces to attach to the wet clay, or even dried clay with paste or water. You can also reconstitute the dried clay and turn it into usable clay again!
Karen you talk to fast. Hard to get the instructions. Thanks for sharing. 😊
That is so fun. I can’t wait to do this ❤
You’re better not to upload that many videos simultaneously, it is annoying
Hello, it is not our usual to upload so many videos at a time; however with our release of Pam East's products comes an exception for a release of a variety of videos to accompany these products. Thank you for your feedback.
Thanks for all those very informative new videos! Pam's products seem amazing, so cool that you guys are distributing them!! Wish I was living in the US or even better, that you guys were in Europe!
Unsubscribed for clogging up my feed with this crap. Congratulations
Hello nice channel Please tell me how good is the foredoom portable micro motor Doing some engraving and want to take places where no power is available Is good for engraving rings?
I absolutely love all the CoolTools videos. The only thing I think would make them even better is to be more consistent with stating at the beginning of the video how much clay is being used. Otherwise, love,love,love!
... as I'm pushing this farther ...
They are overpriced but they work
Where do you get the faux bone?
Hello, you can find Faux Bone here: cooltools.us/collections/faux-bone Thanks for watching!
Hi, what oil can I use? Will olive oil or linseed oil work? Or maybe over coat overglaze?
Hello, you want to use squeegee oil, which you can find here: cooltools.us/products/squeegee-oil-5-oz
THANK YOU for such a good video...I had NO idea things had come along this far....much appreciated. You're a doll.
Hi Karen, question. Does cooltools clear powder coat work on clad metal? Thanks
Hello, yes. Powder coats work on all metals. Thanks for watching!
Great video, as always! What beautiful cuff bracelets! I've never used Aureus Bright Bronze, but now I can't wait. 🙂 Question: Is the coconut shell carbon "bronze finish" (Cool Tools KLN 953) ok to use for this process?
Hello, so glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, coconut carbon is the recommended carbon for use with Aureus Bright Bronze Clay.
Love ya Karen and all the wonderful videos you share. I will try this project next. QQ can you fire Art Clay and Phoenix clay together? And if so at what temp? Thanks again!
Hi Yvonne, we'll make sure to share your kind words with Karen! Yes, Art Clay and Phoenix can fire together. They are both low temperature firing clays, so you can use either schedule for both.
I love the set I have and plan to get the rest soon. I use them on my laser projects and in my fine furniture woodworking
I ordered after watching this video! SO excited to try this on my bronze rings! Could you use Isopropyl Alcohol to clean? Is there a reason why not?
Hi Danielle, thank you for the order. We're glad the video has inspired you! The recommended cleaning agent for metal before powder coating is denatured alcohol or acetone. Hope this helps!
Why does this technique use glycerin rather than Klyr fire? Thank you!
I have just spent 45 minutes trying to make this Round-Domed Finishing Touches mold work. NOTHING! The clay will NOT stay in the mold. I have washed the mold, I have made the clay more moist. I have dried the clay more, tried 4 different scraping tools and a dozen angles...NOTHING, absolutely NOTHING works. The clay just rolls off the mold.😢
Hi Yvonne, not all metal clays are easy to use with the Finishing Touches Molds. We recommend EZ960, FS999 or Art Clay with these. If you are working with a more firm or sticky clay such as Phoenix or PMC, something that can help is leaving your clay in a clay hydrator in a small zip lock bag or similar container with the top of the bag open, this allows it to draw in extra moisture from the damp environment and become softer, which will help it more readily go into the low areas of the mold and scrape off without pulling everything out of the mold. It does make it a bit too soft for other work like coiling or texturing, so we would only advise doing this with a portion of your clay that you are planning to use only for purposes like this. Hope this helps!
@cooltoolsvideos Thank you for your quick response. Perhaps it would be a good idea to have that noted on the website, so people who prefer to use Phoenix or other clays that are not compatible with the mold don't buy the mold.
@@yvonnemairose6100 Thank you for the recommendation, we do have this information on our instructions, on the product page: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0596/7092/1404/files/FinishingTouchesInstructions_e5c92b97-8be4-42ec-acb6-7c5e0c03c8b2.pdf?v=1670009458 For the future, we will keep in mind adding text regarding Phoenix specifically. :)
Great video...I will try to make one of these !
Hi Matt, I cut the end of the hoses and converted them to insert in the adjustable regulator with gauges cuz didn’t find this gauge that have female end that fit to the male hose end, but the Oxygen end leaking, while the butane hose’s connected to cooking cylinder successfully. Could you direct me where to buy this kind of regulator with gauge for the oxygen? Thanks 🌷
Wonderful informative video. I like how Karen explains her testing of the product. I too would think 50/50 would mean what she thought during her testing. ha!
Thank you Cool Tools! Excellent introduction to using powder coatings! I will continue to learn from other videos you post on working with this product. I love that when I read through the comments , someone from Cool Tools responds and answers the questions. SO helpful!
Thanks so much for the kind words Sharon!
Hi Jennifer, I have a porcelain pendant and wondered if it’s possible to attach it to a silver clay ring? Would the paste act as the “glue” to attach the porcelain pendant to the ring? Thank you and looking forward to your answer
Hello, we reached out to Jennifer for her opinion on this. She said: I would make a metal clay bale (like those we purchase for fused glass pendants) and attach it to the porcelain with E6000. That way, the bale can be embellished to match the porcelain cab and it (the bale) will be fully fired and strongly glued. Honestly, the silver on porcelain is simply silver adhering to the glass glaze of the piece. I am not confident that glaze can hold up to the pressure of a bale holding onto the cab. Hope this helps!
Thanks for your reply 😁👍 will give it a go
shooooooow!
I’ll be completely honest, the fact that the valves and the cans are the opposite colors is very confusing and I could see where it could cause a lot of issues.
When you refer to Mica powders are you referring to something like PearlX mica powders? If so, is there a video on how to use them to paint fine silver?
Hi Rita, you can find mica powders here: cooltools.us/collections/mica-powder We do not have a video on using them to paint fine silver. We will keep this in mind for the future. Thanks for watching!
Lovely colors! I am not sure I understand how you achieve that texture using that stencil. Were you starting off with metal sheet or metal clay?
Hi, Cindy used a stencil to emboss Cyprus Copper metal clay and then fired it. Hope this helps clarify!
Those are incredible!! Can you use just a regular oven? The one I also bake in? Or is the powder coating toxic?
Hello, you should use a designated toaster oven. Powder coating should not be in contact with food.
Thank you! I have been struggling and now I know why - the colours do not match. How counter intuitive.
That looks so easy! Thanks for the great video!
Pro welding tip: Don't ever use a butane lighter to light torches (or keep one in your pocket). They make a nasty bomb if a spark or slag hits them and melts thru. Always use a sparker. You will only make that mistake once.