{"product_id":"mokume-gane-earrings-in-aqua","title":"Mokume Gane Earrings in Aqua","description":"\u003cp\u003eMy tiny studio in Hobart, Tasmania has been a hive of activity lately and I've been working on a specific polymer clay technique known as Mokume Gane. It's actually an ancient Japanese metalworking technique and when translated means “wood-grained metal”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has been adapted to be used with polymer clay and the result is amazing and original every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI take thin layers of clay, place them on top of each other and then use different tools to make marks and indents through them. I shave strips off the block of clay and lay them onto a piece of pre-rolled backing clay which is then smoothed by using a texture roller. I cut the out the shapes for the pieces. Then they are then baked, sanded and a top coat applied to add shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shaped pieces are then finished into earrings or pendants by carefully choosing the right findings( the joining and silver\/gold accent pieces and hook or stud).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece of clay is original and I could never make a duplicate even if I wanted to. The making process is unique every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI use to quality ear wires and findings but if you have any sensitivities please ask and I can replace them with sterling silver or rolled gold for a small fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions please reach out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photos show the size and dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks for stopping by. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave a great day,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catherine Anne Design","offers":[{"title":"circle drop","offer_id":51189181874482,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"drop","offer_id":51189181907250,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"lantern","offer_id":51189181940018,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/3150\/0338\/files\/t83txn_jpg_687a5bc8-80df-4048-8173-681346ae0d82.jpg?v=1779421733","url":"https:\/\/madeit.com.au\/products\/mokume-gane-earrings-in-aqua","provider":"Madeit Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}