Mokume Gane
'Mokume Gane' is a fascinating Japanese technique originally developed to adorn samurai sword handles and scabbards. This intricate method of layering metals created stunning wood-grain patterns, symbolizing both beauty and strength. In this workshop, we’ll reinterpret this ancient craft using thin sheets of polymer clay in your favourite colours.
Jo will show you how to combine your chosen shades to best effect, how to build and stack your clay and how to impress it with intricate patterns to achieve mesmerizing designs. With carefully sliced layers, you'll create a set of striking statement beads which we’ll refine and cure. By the end of the class, you’ll have a gorgeous handcrafted necklace and earring set and go home with the skills to continue experimenting with this timeless technique.
'Mokume Gane' is a fascinating Japanese technique originally developed to adorn samurai sword handles and scabbards. This intricate method of layering metals created stunning wood-grain patterns, symbolizing both beauty and strength. In this workshop, we’ll reinterpret this ancient craft using thin sheets of polymer clay in your favourite colours.
Jo will show you how to combine your chosen shades to best effect, how to build and stack your clay and how to impress it with intricate patterns to achieve mesmerizing designs. With carefully sliced layers, you'll create a set of striking statement beads which we’ll refine and cure. By the end of the class, you’ll have a gorgeous handcrafted necklace and earring set and go home with the skills to continue experimenting with this timeless technique.
'Mokume Gane' is a fascinating Japanese technique originally developed to adorn samurai sword handles and scabbards. This intricate method of layering metals created stunning wood-grain patterns, symbolizing both beauty and strength. In this workshop, we’ll reinterpret this ancient craft using thin sheets of polymer clay in your favourite colours.
Jo will show you how to combine your chosen shades to best effect, how to build and stack your clay and how to impress it with intricate patterns to achieve mesmerizing designs. With carefully sliced layers, you'll create a set of striking statement beads which we’ll refine and cure. By the end of the class, you’ll have a gorgeous handcrafted necklace and earring set and go home with the skills to continue experimenting with this timeless technique.
