Welcome to The Vault
Your searchable library of silver metal clay techniques, tutorials, troubleshooting and inspiration. Whether you need help making a ring, setting a gemstone or fixing a crack before firing, The Vault is the place to find the answer. Every month I unlock a brand new episode, so the library of techniques and tutorials will keep on growing
"I love The Vault. There is so much information and I always find the answer I'm looking for. I love seeing how all the products work in the demos. When I don't know what to make, it's my favourite place to come to get inspiration"
"I joined a while ago when I was a beginner and I've learnt so much from watching the monthly videos. When I made a mistake, I thought it was just me. What I've learnt is that it can happen to anyone, and there's always a fix!"
"The Vault is amazing - it feels like asking a bestie for help. Having access to so many videos for less than the price of a coffee every week, means I get great value advice from the lovely Anna, who has such a friendly way of teaching"
Inside The Vault You'll Discover...
Beautifully filmed episodes, organised into easy-to-search themes including Ringmaking, Gemstone Setting, Torch Firing and Finishing, Textures and Moulds, Selling and Social Media—with a brand-new episode unlocked at the beginning of every month
🔐 This Month's Vault Unlocks
Discover this month's brand-new episode, complete with step-by-step tuition, tips and inspiration
💍 Ringmaking Techniques & Templates
Create beautiful rings with confidence, from simple textured bands to nail art embellishments
🌿 Nature, Textures & Moulds
Bring your jewellery to life by capturing leaves, and creating your own nature moulds
💎 Gemstone Setting & Enamelling
Add sparkle and colour with gemstone setting and beautiful enamelling techniques
🔥 Firing, Finishing & Studio Essentials
Master the essential skills that transform your pieces from handmade to professional
📈 Selling your jewellery & Social Media
Learn simple ways to sell your jewellery, attract customers and grow your creative business
RECENTLY ADDED TO THE VAULT
💍 Episode 24 – Silver Leaf Tutorial - 5 videos
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Learn how to use silver metal clay paste to create beautiful fine silver leaf jewellery
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✔ Choose leaves that are suitable for pieces of jewellery
✔ Making paste and painting it onto your leaves
✔ Adding layers, torch firing and polishing
What You'll See Inside The Vault
Take a look at what you'll see inside The Vault. Browse the themed library, search for techniques, pick up where you left off, and easily keep track of the episodes and tutorials that you've already watched
🔑 Ready to unlock The Vault?
🔑 Your Vault Membership includes:
SILVER METAL CLAY COURSES
- The Butterfly & Gemstone Course - 18 videos
- The Jump Rings Course - 9 videos
SILVER METAL CLAY TUTORIALS
- NEW Silver Leaf Jewellery – 5 videos
- Make a Granulation Ring - 3 videos
- Using a mould and texture to make a ring - 2 videos
- Make a simple Alphabet Pendant - 1 video
SILVER METAL CLAY Q&As
Got a question about silver metal clay? Chances are, I've answered it!
The Vault includes a growing library of Silver Clay Q&A videos, covering common questions, tricky techniques, troubleshooting, tools, products, firing, finishing and much more.
Perfect for those moments when you think, “Why is my clay doing THAT?!” 😄
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- How to use a Barrel Polisher - 2 videos
- Enamelling equipment and powders explained - 3 videos
- How to use moulding compound
- Choosing clays - 2 videos
- Torch firing explained
- Test firing gemstones
- Selling your work
HOW TO USE… PRODUCT LIBRARY
Not sure how a particular product works or what you can do with it?
Dip into the videos in the Product Library for helpful guides covering:
- Cabochons and gemstones explained
- RMR laser texture papers and how to use them
- Moulds and shrinkage rates explained - 2 videos
- Nail art moulds and how to use them
- Keoker Workshop moulds explained
- CoolTools Finishing Touches moulds
- CoolTools Ring Shank Shaped Stencils
- CoolTools Texture tiles
- Prima Moulds
- CoolTools Release agents
- Ringmaking essential tools
RESOURCES LIBRARY
- Embeddable PDF Guide - 15 pages
Whether you're just getting started with silver metal clay or you've been creating for years, The Vault is your go-to library for learning, inspiration and practical help.
🔑 Ready to Unlock The Vault?
🔑 Come and get answers to your questions inside The Vault
Hi, I'm Anna from Silver Nutshell.
Over the years, I've taught thousands of jewellery makers to create beautiful pieces with silver metal clay, helping them build their skills and confidence along the way.
If you've heard of The Silver Clay Café, you'll notice it's had a makeover! As the library has grown, it outgrew its old name, so I've transformed it into The Vault—a beautifully organised, searchable collection of my favourite silver metal clay Ask Anna Q&A's, tutorials, techniques, tips and troubleshooting advice.
Over the past couple of months, I've completely reorganised every episode into easy-to-browse themes, making it quicker and easier to find exactly what you need, exactly when you need it. Whether you're looking for inspiration, learning a new technique, or trying to solve a problem that's been bugging you, The Vault is here to help.
JOIN ME at Silver Nutshell on Substack and get weekly updates to your inbox. The Studio Membership on Substack is included when you join The Vault. Click the link and have a browse around.
ps after 2 years of filming every month—my hair styles have changed, so I thought I should also update my photo!
🔑 Is The Vault right for me?
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✔ Perfect if you...
- Want to learn more silver metal clay techniques
- Enjoy being inspired by new ideas and products every month
- Need help solving those tricky silver clay problems
- Already own some silver metal clay and want to build your confidence
❌ Probably not if...
- You're looking for a complete beginner's course
✔ Start with the Beginner's MEGACOURSE instead!
THE VAULT by ANNA DAVENPORT
Your searchable library of silver metal clay tutorials, techniques, tips and troubleshooting