Cool Tools | Phoenix Torch Fired Ring by Karen Trexler | Create & Fire Fine Silver Metal Clay Ring

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In this video, Karen demonstrates how to create and torch fire a fine silver ring using Phoenix Torch Fireable Clay™. Before creating this video, Karen wore a Phoenix torch fired ring she made every single day for 14 months to verify the integrity and strength of this clay after such every day wear and tear. Generally, we recommend kiln firing rings for optimal strength and sintering; however, Phoenix shows great strength after torch firing! She sets a 5mm round gemstone in this ring. It is not recommended to torch fire a stone any larger than 5mm due to possible thermal shock and cracking.

[@VictoriaHarrison-Sewell-wz4fd]

Thank you Karen for this really informative video. Very helpful indeed

[@cindypope6122]

Thanks Karen great video. I Love the idea of adding a second texture mat when using an edge texture. I run into this all the time. Also great stone setting method it is clay saving which I always like.

[@RadiantJasmin]

Hi Cindy! Yup, always gotta save that clay we we can!

[@WalburgisLuppus]

Wonderful video, thank you for this excellent and informative video.

[@daleannharsh8295]

Beautiful outcome. As the stone doesn't shrink but the band reduces by 2 sizes or more, what stops the setting from forming cracks around the stone?

[@cooltoolsvideos]

Hello, Karen uses a precision hole punch/stone setting punch that is 3mm larger than the stone for the setting to account for shrinkage around the stone. We recommend checking out our video on how to use stone setting punches here: cooltools.us/collections/how-to-use-stone-setting-punches. Hope this helps clarify!

[@daleannharsh8295]

@@cooltoolsvideos Thanks!

[@angeyates7155]

I really love how the fine clay looks white, can i keep it white somehow?

[@cooltoolsvideos]

Yes, you can seal it with something like Renaissance Wax or even powder coating!

[@angeyates7155]

@@cooltoolsvideos ooo I've not heard of powder coating, I'll look into it, thank you

[@andrewwolfe9213]

Can all gems withstand a torch like this? I remember putting a torch on a diamond once and it turned to ash. What gems are safe to heat this way?

[@cooltoolsvideos]

Hello, many of our cubic zirconias can be torch fired or fired in a kiln. On each of the product pages, we have a Gemstone Firing Guide that shows which stones can be fired and at what temperatures. You can find our CZs here: cooltools.us/collections/cubic-zirconia-gemstones
Nano gemstones are also a great option, as they can be torch fired and fired up to 1675°F: cooltools.us/collections/nano-gemstones
Hope this helps!

[@Thecakecrusader15]

Hi Karen!

[@cooltoolsvideos]

Hello, Phoenix shrinks 15-20%. When creating a ring, you'll want to size up 2.5 sizes. If you are a size 6, you'd want to size it at 8.5 before firing. Yes, of course you can make a cluster of roses and attach on top of the ring, this would be lovely! Hope this helps!