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Published: 2007-04-22 19:23:02 +0000 UTC; Views: 15676; Favourites: 363; Downloads: 180
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(2007) 5"x 4" for both silver panels, 18" for overall length of the necklace.Art Clay Silver (cut, sculpted, fired and patinaed), faceted sunstone beads, silver beads, Bali silver, silver findings of dragon heads for the clasp, Fireline
Finally, the piece that eluded me during my last clay working in December! This time the dragon panels came off without any problems and I finally got my necklace just the way I wanted.
You can see the preliminary planning drawing for the piece here. [link] The necklace turned out a little different from the original design as I decided not to use the silver beads but to work with two different sizes of faceted sunstone beads instead. I also added two little dangles at the tail ends of the dragons.
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Thank you! That one gave me so much grief, but I'm glad I pushed myself to make it. I learned a lot.
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Learning s always a good thing
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Gorgeous !!!! Your celtic patterns are fabulous !!
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Thank you! That piece looked for some time like an unrealizable dream. I am so glad I finally got the silver to cooperate...
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you're very welcome ! I was really amazed by your silver work !
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Those are some amazing pieces! Do you sell your work?
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Thank you! I definitely do commission work.
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Thank you! But seriously, if you'd like to talk about a replica, note me, please.
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Oh! i will! (when i have some cash!) 
btw, is that real silver that u sculpted? I LOVVEE silver and i like the whole dragon theme too. Do u think you could do a horse running, or do u stick to celtic knots?
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Yup, it's real silver. In fact it's 999 pure silver, which is even better than 925 Sterling silver. And no, it doesn't have to be Celtic knots. I'd be happy to work on a design that would suit your taste.
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omg! really!!!! how much (how long :} ) will I have to save to afford it?
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Depends on the size more than anything. When I started this hobby 50 grams cost about $50, now they are around $107... Bloody financial crisis. Everyone buys gold and silver!
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omg! I had no idea that it had gotten that high! the only time i ever buy silver is a ring or something.
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Yeah, it's kinda disgusting at the moment.
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You should use 925 silver.
I don't think 999 is better for jewellery, and the price is higher.
Your art is beautiful, i'm fond of celtic knots.
If i'm correct : you made a clay model, and then made a "silver casting" ?
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Thanks so much! I wish I could take your advice regarding the silver grade (for price and stability), unfortunately I am not working with traditional silver metal but with silver art clay which only comes as pure silver suspended in a clay medium that must be fired after production to become silver. Because of this only pure silver can be used as Sterling would become black and brittle at the firing temperature of 1600F.
None of my pieces are cast. I shape them out of the clay in their basic form and afterward sand and drill them to give them their final shape. After firing I can also add settings for stones or attach wire components.
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Your incredible art has been featured here: Organic Feature II ! Enjoy your day.
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Thanks so much, just left a comment there.
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Absolutely beautiful. I remember seeing this in a sketch so long ago. Amazing to see how it turned out! I love the antiquated texture on the silver.
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Thank you! It was one of those designs that somehow took me forever to realize to my liking.
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Dear lords, it's gorgeous. Such intricate details.. I love the combination of the colour of the sunstone beads and the silver. But isn't the silver clay painfully expensive? I heard it was over 35 dollars per 10g (at least in Norway). And you must have used a lot for those dragons.. But I guess you can get at least twice what you paid for the mats if you sell it
Anyway, this is amazing work. Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks so much, and yes, the stuff has really gone up in price, even in the US, though not quite by this much. I started out with a little under $1 per gram and now it is at about $2.10 per gram. You really don't want to waste anything...
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I see... Quite expensive. But there is so much beautiful to be made from clay like that, so I guess it's worth it even if it seems like you need a lot of extra equipment too. Heh, the increase in price probably makes many wish they'd bought loads of it before the raise. Anyway, I do find that your gallery is a pleasure to browse, please keep making your beautiful pieces
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Thank you! And yeah, now I wish I'd bought a pound or so when it was less pricey...
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oh my gosh! you are so tallented with this stuff! o.0
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Thanks so much! I finally feel I am getting the hang of this medium somehow.
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Thanks so much! I love my little dragons...
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wow, this is beautiful. I've always wanted to work with silver clay!
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Thank you! Hope you get to trying it out! It's a wonderful hobby.
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Elly.. this is great. i love it and i always do.. 
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Thanks so much! I'm doing pretty well, thanks for asking - just a little stressed before the holidays. Congratulations on your new job. I really hope it turns out well for you, both in payment and in fun and job-satisfaction!
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Thanks darling... 
Wish u have a wonderful Christmas and God bless you and your family.
Take care and keep up with the good work. My best wishes will always be with you.
Luv u always.
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Wow! Congratulations on your promotion. That is wonderful news right around the holidays! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year, too!
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Glad you like it. Thanks!
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Thank you! It drapes quite nicely, and I love the fiery colors.
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