Silver Metal Clay Courses

New to Metal Clay? Read all about it here here.

Our Team

Established in February 1997, Art Clay Scotland are Scotland's original training provider in Silver Metal Clay. We have introduced literally hundreds of happy students to the wonders of this remarkable product. Silver Clay consists of pure silver particles, a binding agent and water. During firing the binder burns away and the pure silver particles solidify leaving you with pure silver!! The resulting pure silver piece can be hallmarked 999 by an Assay Office. We teach courses in a variety of Metal Clays, mostly Silver Clay with the occasional course in copper & bronze clay.


Why Choose Us?

Our Metal Clay courses are led by multiple Award Winning Artist Emma Baird MA. Hons. A senior Art Clay Instructor & PMC Certified, and is the only training provider of the Art Clay Certification program in Scotland. Emma's work has been recognised both in the Uk and internationally. In the UK she has written over 30 Silver Clay Tutorials. Her work features in over eight books, including "The Guide to Gemstone Setting" by Anastasia Young, "30 Minute Rings" & "30 Minute Bracelets" by Lark. She was placed First in the Metal Clay Category of the British Bead Awards in 2010, and this year flew to Las Vegas to collect her award as a finalist in the prestigious Saul Bell awards, with her beautiful Rubens Pin. Take a look at Emma's Gallery here.

Guest Artists

We regularly run Master Classes with Guest Artists at the top of the field. We have run classes with Sherri Haab, Robert Dancik, Hattie Sanderson and Gordon Uyehara. In August last year we brought Holly Gage to Edinburgh for two fantastic workshops!!

The Important Bits

Below you will find our current session of classes. If you have no experience with Metal Clay at all then we recommend you first attend our Magic of Art Clay Class, this will give you experience to attend our other classes. With the exception of our beginners classes, our other classes are best suited to those who have some experience of working with metal clay.

Our courses are held in our new studio at Summerhall. Please check the times for any course you are interested in and be sure to arrive in plenty of time to allow you to get settled.

Our class fee's include clay, a loan of tools and your tuition. To book call us on 0131 228 5058. Please read our Terms and Conditions.

Read what previous students have had to say about our classes.



Beginners Classes


The Magic of Art Clay £65.00

Sunday 2nd June 2:00 - 5:00 pm

Saturday 22nd June 2:00 - 5:00 pm



This 3 hour workshop is perfect for those who want to learn the basics of using Art Clay Silver. Aimed at those who have no experience working with metal clay, our Instructor will take you through all the basic techniques including: handling the clay, shaping and forming it, pre-finishing, firing times and temperature, finishing and polishing. There is no set project in this class but there are a wide variety of of design examples to inspire you. Typically students make a pendant and charms for earrings but it is totally up to you! Price Includes Tuition, 7g of Art Clay and a Loan of Tools.

Weekend Day Classes



Sterling Silver Stacking Ring

Sunday 23rd June 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
£70.00




In this class you will learn how to make sterling silver rings from sterling silver wire and embellish them with your choice of design made from silver clay. Suitable for beginners. Pice includes Tuition, Sterling Silver Wire, a small amount of silver clay, and a loan of tools & equipment.


Silver Paw Prints

7th July 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
£120.00




In this class you will learn how to transfer paw prints onto pure silver. We will take you through the entire process from taking the print itself (we will bring our beautiful springer spaniel Beau in for a while) and how to transform it into a suitable image for the next step. You'll then make your own photo polymer plate = finally using this to transfer the paw print onto the silver. This class is suitable for all - but may be especially relevant for those looking to offer a a little "extra" in their own business. Pice includes Tuition, 10g of Art Clay, photopolymer plate, and a loan of tools & equipment.


Sparkle Ring £70

Sunday 14th July 1:00 - 5:00 pm



In this class you learn how to make a beautiful ring with a sparkling stone. This popular class teaches the basics of sizing, and how to accommodate the shrinkage of the silver clay to ensure you get a perfect fit after firing. You'll also learn how to decorate the ring with syringe and how to set the stone. The course fee includes 10g of Art Clay Silver, tuition and a loan of tools.

Art Clay Diploma

Level 1 & Level 2 Diploma

Art Clay Scotland run the world recognised Art Clay Silver Diploma (formerly Level 1 & 2 Certificates) . These have been carefully planned to guide the student through the techniques for designing and producing consistently quality work. Once a student has been awarded the Level 1 Diploma they can go on to teach their own beginners classes in Art Clay Silver. Advanced techniques are covered in the Level 2 Diploma. A new teaching level is to be introduced for those who wish to go on to teach the new Diploma themselves. These courses are intense and are graded. We recommend that have a significant amount of experience with Art Clay Silver before considering taking the course. For further information please click here.

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Welcome to our news!

Here you will find up to date news of whats going on at here Art Clay Scotland.

We have moved

We have now moved into our studio's at Summerhall. We are having a phone line and internet installed - but until then please use the contact form for any enquiries and we will get right back to you!


Silver Clay Hen Nights

Edinburgh has long been a top destination for both Stag & Hen nights, and we are excited to offer you a Hen Night with a difference. What could be better than the bride and her friends getting together in sumptuous surroundings to make fine silver jewellery. Click here to find out more or simply call us on 0131 228 5058 to enquire.


Silver Clay Courses

More silver clay & Sterling silver classes have been added, with dates in June & July. More will be added regularly, please be sure to check back soon. For more details check here.


Make Your Own Wedding Rings

Edinburgh is an unforgettable city, and now you can make your trip here even more memorable by making your own wedding rings. Professional jeweller Krzysztof Borkowski will guide you through the entire process in our fully equipped workshop. You'll be treated to a glass of fizz as you celebrate your beautiful wedding rings!! For further information simply click here

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