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Because I work at an awesome school, on Monday morning we had a choice between normal professional development sessions or just fun workshops. I clearly signed up as soon as possible so I could get a spot in jewelry making, and I made these earrings!!! They are silver, made from a malleable clay made of silver, water, and chemicals. You shape it, then blow torch it, and the water and chemicals disappear and you're left with 99% silver! My colleague who taught the class made me feel so competent and confident and I looooove the earrings. Art class = awesome.

Pre-blow torching (I rolled out, cut, and stamped the clay with a pattern):

Post-blow torching and post-sanding/scrubbing/buffing:

Assembled!