Keumboo on silver book by celie fago revised and expanded edition now 64. This comprehensive book on the korean technique of fusing gold to silver is written by celie fago a wonderful artist and teacher. At the time, the formula was not yet manufactured commercially, but rather mixed at home by thoroughly mixing equal parts of sterling and fine silver clay for about three minutes until they are completely. Enjoy see more ideas about jewelry art, jewelry design and artisan jewelry.
You will learn every step of this unique process, including using your tools, preperation, application and finishing. See more ideas about metal clay rings, metal clay jewelry and precious metal clay. She offers many workshops that are held in her studio, an old brick farm house in central vermont. See more ideas about jewelry art, jewelry design and metal jewelry. The ancient korean technique of keum boo using products from. Each etsy seller helps contribute to a global marketplace of creative goods. Every once in a while a magical polymer clay book rolls off the presses.
For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively. Keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver, by celie fago pub151. Pure gold and silver have a similar atomic structure therefore once the metal is heated to the temperature. Using a hotplate, youll learn how to add the gold foil to your work. Simpler hinges in pmc sterling making tiny hinged book charms gives me a way to explore pmc sterling through less elaborate construction than boxes or box pendants. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in pmc, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver work. The book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Jec firing the ultralite kilns, instructional videos jec. It was pioneered by metal clay artist, celie fago and appears in her book keum boo on silver.
Celie fago, author of keumboo on silver demonstrate the the technique of keumboo using the ultralite beehive kiln by jec products. Whether youre just beginning your jewelrymaking journey or are more experienced, there is definitely something for you. I also used celies ring making technique, and her this is fascinating, tell me more. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in silver clay. Useful introduction to adding gold foil to silver using the keum boo or kum boo process. One of my summer classes is full, and i have limited seating in the others. The disks were oxidized from taking them out of the carbon while hot but ive experimented enough with alloy silver metal clay to know that it will oxidize when heated and the gold foil will bond regardless. This is the first book in english as far as we are aware dedicated to the subject. Metal keumboo technique swirling leaf necklace torc. Then cut out the center of this circle by using another brass tube with an outside diameter the same as the outside diameter of your stone.
Well look at liver of sulphur and experiment with adding other things to it to achieve deep and. For the most part i used dry to dry construction techniques, in addition i used molds and hand carving for the branches. Jewelry instruction and information nancy l t hamilton. Keumboo on silver by celie fago the book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Keumboo is an ancient asian metalworking technique, meaning literally, attached gold. Pam east, my favorite method is the ultralite kiln keumboo on fine silver with pam east. Making tiny hinged book charms gives me a way to explore pmc sterling through. This comprehensive book on the korean technique of fusing gold to silver is written. Her blog post is worth a read as she goes over what brand of polymer clay works. Discover keum boo, the simple and amazing ancient technique of applying gold metal foil to silver and other metals. If you are interested in adding more value to your work, consider keum boo for an easy way of making more beautiful, more valuable jewelry.
The surfaces are heated to 750850f and the gold sheet is burnished on to the silver, making a permanent bond. The definitive book on adding 24k gold keumboo accents to metal clay renowned metal clay master artist and teacher celie fago is the foremost authority on keumboo, the ancient korean technique for permanently bonding 24k gold foil to silver using a combination of heat and pressure. Coronavirus service update projects to inspire you extended returns store closure information books. The book to choose if you want to learn about keum boo. By supporting celiefago, youre supporting a small business, and, in turn, etsy. Many people are using the socalled 960 blend of half pmc sterling, half fine silver metal clay pmc3 or art clay silver to make a strong clay that can be fired on an open shelf in the kiln.
Although book charms are tiny, fired they are less than an inch tall, like any other hinge they require meticulous engineering. As the hoard dwindles, i become more aggressive with my testing. This ancient korean technique has been pioneered by celie fago. Youll also learn keum boo, an ancient asian metalworking technique for adding 24k gold to silver. This technique has become widely used on silver clay pieces because of the limited amount of preparation needed. Precious metal clay pmc and art clay silver and gold. View lab report metal keumboo technique swirling leaf necklace torc from juo 100 at abu dhabi university. Her widely exhibited jewelry, combining precious metal clay with polymer clay and metalsmithing, is distinguished by elegant design. This class is suitable for all levels of experience. The keumboo book provides a simple and relatively inexpensive alternative, way to add gold to silver work. This book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Someone at one of celie fago s keum boo classes suggested i.
I have a 0 watt plate with a solid cast iron top and a wood. Keum boo workshop keum boo jewelry, keum boo, jewelry hacks. For more information and to register, please visit my website here. Book keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver instruction book. Celie fago explains every step of the process, from preparation and application to finishing. See all books authored by celie fago, including polymer clay art. It is a simple, reliable process through which thin, hand cut sheets of pure 24k gold foil are applied to the surface of fine silver as a decorative embellishment.
She works with both precious metal clay and polymer clay and highlights e. Kum boo is the korean name for a technique for applying gold to silver. Now revised and expanded, this book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Silvera jewelry school online store books and dvds. Many years ago, i found myself holding a folder filled. In my keum boo book i describe a total rest time with the paper on the clay, under a light of about 30 minutes, burnishing once during that time. At etsy, we pride ourselves on our global community of sellers. Beautiful color photographs and detailed instruction make it a joy to follow along. Celie fago, author of keum boo on silver demonstrate the the technique of keum boo using the ultralite beehive kiln by jec products. Keumboo hot plate jewelry discussion ganoksin orchid.
The books covers making your own coil cover, cutting the gold foil with scissors, and creating your own texturising tools all. Celie fago one of my summer classes is full, and i have. Great prices on your favourite home brands, and free delivery on eligible orders. Celie fago books list of books by author celie fago.
Keumboo works great on fine silver, fired pmc, argentium silver and sterling silver. We were joined by a lovely group of ladies, who have all been to classes with. Secret life of jewelry a universe of handcrafted art to wear. Are you interested in working with precious metal clay pmc, art clay silver, pmc gold, art clay gold, aura 22, etc. Youll also learn keumboo, an ancient asian metalworking technique for adding 24k gold to silver, the economical choice for adding the value of pure gold to your silver. My galleries are meant to inspire my students, not to copy. World class ultralite fine jewelry kilns world class. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to. The book covers all aspects of keum boo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Keumboo is a traditional korean jewelrymaking technique that is widely used in japanese, chinese, and korean art. This book teaches how to easily hot burnish gold foil permanently onto silver objects, and raw sheet for soldering and building patterned jewelry with. Tear away clay technique creates delicate textures. In june 2016, bill struve introduced his own blend of clay called ez960 through cool tools.
Now 64 pages 16 pages added, the book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Aug 23, 2012 for more specific directions on this technique see my book, keum boo on silver available in my. Dance of time silver and gold keumboo pendant with ammolite. Keum boo is a very simple technique to learn and easy to master. Beautiful colours can be added to your metal clay work using a patina solution like liver of sulphur. Pam east, my favorite method bar none is the ultralite kiln.
I was lucky enough to have taken a class taught by her in she is an amazing artist. A simple and unscientific bend test suggested they were stronger than if id made them from pmc plus or pmc3 alone but not quite as strong as if id made them from 960, the pmc3pmc sterling mix, which i will refer to as 3. See more ideas about metal jewelry, metal clay jewelry and precious metal clay. Book keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver instruction book. See more ideas about jewelry art, jewelry design and contemporary jewellery.
Celie fago has been a professional artist and writer for 35 years. Worldclass ultralite fine jewelry kilns worldclass ultralite fine jewelry kilns worldclass ultralite fine jewelry kilns. The technique is an ancient korean skill which is great for use by jewellers, both beginners and professionals. Keum boo on silver expanded and revised by celie fago. Learn about materials, techniques, tools, design, history and more, plus expert tips, tricks, and projects. Annealing the foil must be done carefully, of course. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmith, and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this book provide a simple and relatively inexpensive way to add the luster of gold to silver work. After much thought and careful consideration, i regret to announce that i am cancelling the 2020 spring and summer classes due to the covid19 pandemic. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases whole. Let artist and instructor celie fago introduce you to the beautiful possibilities of keum boo, the process of fusing pure gold foil to silver. Then, using construction techniques developed by celie, make large, lightweight hollow forms lentils, cube, and drum beads and more without the use of clumsy firing armatures and cores.
Hollowform triangle pendant, keum boo, by celie fago. Mostly keum boo technique, sometimes not, but visually similar in result. Keum boo on silver by celie fago explains every step of the process, from preparation, to application, to finishing. Keumboo on silver by celie fago revised and expanded edition over 20,000 copies sold worldwide now 64 pages 16 pages added, the book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. This is detailed in celie fagos book on the subject. Its never cleaner than when it comes out of the kiln. Contents1 jewelry schools, classes and workshops alphabetical2 jewelry workshops, classes and schools by state usa2. Lapidary journal jewelry artist archives interweave. It has a longer open working time, greater strength, and it keumboos beautifully. This the expanded and revised version of the original keumboo on silver book by celie fago. For metalsmiths, nonmetalsmiths and those who work in precious metal clay, the techniques described in this.
Keum boo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver book. Celie fagos book keum boo on silver, paulette werger, charles lewtonbrain, komelia okim, and. In 61 pages, it describes every step in detail, explains and lists all the tools and equipment you need, and makes this. Revised and expanded edition over 20,000 copies sold worldwide. Keum boo on silver expanded and revised by celie fago this the expanded and revised version of the original keum boo on silver book by celie fago. See more ideas about jewelry art, jewelry design and jewelry. I apologize if i have pinned any techniques in the wrong categories, if this has happened to any of your amazing pieces let me know and i will correct it. The beauty of using keumboo with pmc is that silver metal clay, unlike conventional fine silver sheet, needs no preparation. She studied painting, printmaking, and sculpture at uvm, mass college of art, and tufts, and metalwork at the league of nh craftsmen where she apprenticed to a classically trained metalsmith. See more ideas about metal clay jewelry, clay jewelry and metal clay.
Description let artist and instructor celie fago introduce you to the beautiful possibilities of keumboo, the process of fusing pure gold foil to silver. She wrote the book keum boo on silver and appeared alongside tim mccreight in the dvd push play for pmc. Keumboo on silver is the first book dedicated to ancient korean technique of fusing pure gold to silver. Mar 27, 2014 this pin was discovered by christine elaine.
Let artist and instructor celie fago introduce you to the beautiful possibilities of keumboo, the process of fusing pure gold foil to silver. For more specific directions on this technique see my book, keum boo on silver available in my etsy shop. Silver and copper memento pendant by celiefago on etsy metal clay jewelry, enamel jewelry. Keumboo on silver techniques for applying 24k gold to silver, by celie fago pub151. Projects and techniques for jewelry, gifts, figures, and decorative surfaces, and polymer clay. Gold foil is added to metal clay using an ancient process called keum boo. Nor does there seem to be much point in cleaning off the oxidation since the sterling begins turning colors the instant its. Celie is known for her pioneering work with metal clay, and when she is not working in her studio in central vermont she is. Keum boo is the ancient korean art of fusing gold to silver. This book covers all aspects of keum boo, which is an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Here are a few pics of some of the things i made in celies preconference class on pmc sterling.
Keumboo with celie fago using the ultralite beehive kiln. Exploring new techniques and new materials includes precious metal clay, and more on. Aug 11, 2012 the way i do tear away now isnt really a different process. This book covers all aspects of keumboo, an ancient korean technique in which thin sheets of gold are fused to silver. Feb 25, 2019 a celebration of great jewellery by makers, sourced from the web, showing nice use of contrast with gold on silver. Through clear photographs and detailed instruction this book makes the process accessible to all levels of craftspeople, jewellers and metal clay artists.
Im just extending the time a bit and being less regimented about the burnishing intervals. Keum boo is an ancient korean technique that refers to applying 24ct gold foil to silver by using heat and pressure. This book provides an excellent guide for beginners, and for the more advanced, celie. Video is intended as a study aid for use in class or as home study. Dive into lapidary journal jewelry artist magazine for a 360approach to jewelry making. The material fee includes supplies and consumables, argentium, sterling, fine silver, brass wire, copper wire and sheet. Use celie fago s brass tubes for cutting out bezels in the wet clay for stone setting. Metal clay silver and gold brands and formulas feltmagnet. Aug 25, 2012 a collection of inspirational techniques and ideas. Thank you so much for your extensive testing to find a way to keep.