{"title":"Bead Builders","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bead-builder-moulds-add-on-fitting-adapters-mould","title":"Bead Builder Moulds Add-on - Fitting Adapters Mould","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: medium; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small; color: #000000;\"\u003eBead Builder Fitting Adapters Mould\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eEasily adapt clay bead hole sizes on beads made with Bead Builder Moulds with this Bead Builder Fitting Adapters Mould.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003ePress the clay into the mould, compress with a vice, G-clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds, open up to remove any excess clay, then close up again and leave to dry somewhere warm like an oven, dehydrator, or even on a cup warmer! Carefully open your mould by prying each corner a little, and tap the back of the mould to make your tiny circles fall out! Simply attach your dry bead adapter to your dry clay bead using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/art-clay-silver-paste-type-10gm\/\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e or slip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. Also great for making mini metal clay donuts! :)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eCreate 5 different size flanges that fit around bead holes created with any Bead Builder Mould.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eFlange size diameters: 4mm, 3.5mm, 3mm, 2.5mm, 2mm  (before firing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Fitting%20Adapters%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320923722063,"sku":"189-BBFA","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bbadapters__38324.1511439591.800.800.png?v=1785148071"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-mould-roundxx","title":"Bead Builder Mould - Roundxx","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBead Builder Mould - Round\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake perfectly round hollow beads in metal clay with this effortless Bead Builder Mould. Looked after this mould will keep making you perfectly sized and shaped clay-saving beads over and over and over and over...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 6g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by pressing the clay into the mould, and compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Open up to remove any excess clay, and add any desired texture, then close up again and leave to dry somewhere warm - like an oven, dehydrator, or a cup warmer. Carefully remove from the mould once it’s fully dry by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/art-clay-silver-paste-type-10gm\/\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e, and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. Easily add different fittings to shrink the bead hole size with this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/bead-builder-moulds-add-on-fitting-adaptors-mould\/\"\u003eBead Builder Adapters Mould\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mould will make a round bead which is 13mm diameter before firing. That size will fit a Pandora™️ bracelet if you are using a metal clay with 12% or less shrinkage rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Bead%20Builder%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MetalClays","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320928440655,"sku":"189-BBRMxx","price":52.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bbround__01009.1511439009.800.800.png?v=1785148073"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-mould-egg","title":"Bead Builder Mould - Egg","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eBead Builder Mould - Egg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eMake lovely hollow egg-shaped beads in metal clay with this Bead Builder Egg Mould!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eEasily add personal touches before firing with clay shapes, or scribe a name!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eThese bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 5.5g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eStart by pressing the clay into the mould, and compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Open up to remove any excess clay, and add any desired texture, then close up again and leave to dry somewhere warm - like an oven, dehydrator, or a cup warmer. Carefully remove from the mould once it’s fully dry by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/search.php?search_query=art+clay+silver+paste\u0026amp;x=0\u0026amp;y=0\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e, and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eAdd different fittings to shrink the bead hole size with this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/bead-builder-moulds-add-on-fitting-adapters-mould\/\"\u003eBead Builder Adapters Mould\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eDimensions: 13mm Diameter x 6.5 before firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003e*Fits PandoraTM bracelets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Bead%20Builder%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58321102897487,"sku":"189-BBEG","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bbegg__56899.1511437168.800.800.png?v=1785148230"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-mould-square","title":"Bead Builder Mould - Square","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eBead Builder Mould - Square\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eMake lovely hollow cube-shaped beads in metal clay with this Bead Builder Square Mould!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eEasily add personal touches before firing with clay shapes, or scribe a name!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eThese bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 8.5g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eStart by pressing the clay into the mould, and compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Open up to remove any excess clay, and add any desired texture, then close up again and leave to dry somewhere warm - like an oven, dehydrator, or a cup warmer. Carefully remove from the mould once it’s fully dry by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/search.php?search_query=art+clay+silver+paste\u0026amp;x=0\u0026amp;y=0\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e, and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eWe recommend using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eAdd different fittings to shrink the bead hole size with this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/bead-builder-moulds-add-on-fitting-adapters-mould\/\"\u003eBead Builder Adapters Mould\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eDimensions: 13mm x 13mm x 13mm before firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003e*Fits PandoraTM bracelets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Bead%20Builder%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58321102963023,"sku":"189-BBSM","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bbsquare__93263.1511437308.800.800.png?v=1785148231"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-mould-cross","title":"Bead Builder Mould - Cross","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBead Builder Mould - Cross\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eMake effortless hollow cross-shaped beads in metal clay with this Bead Builder Cross Mould!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beads will fit beautifully on PandoraTM style bracelets. Easily add personal touches before firing with a fingerprint, clay shapes, or scribe a name! These bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 4.5g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart by pressing the clay into the mould, and compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Open up to remove any excess clay, and add any desired texture, then close up again and leave to dry somewhere warm - like an oven, dehydrator, or a cup warmer. Carefully remove from the mould once it’s fully dry by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/art-clay-silver-paste-type-10gm\/\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e, and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 13mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Fits PandoraTM bracelets when using clay with a 12% or less shrinkage rate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Bead%20Builder%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58321106633039,"sku":"189-BBCRM","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bbcross__24066.1511438426.800.800.png?v=1785148297"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-mould-add-on-frame-adapter-cross","title":"Bead Builder Mould Add-on - Frame Adapter - Cross","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFrame Adapter for Bead Builder Cross\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this Frame Adaptor with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/bead-builder-mould-cross\/\"\u003eBead Builder Cross Mould\u003c\/a\u003e to create a raised edge (frame) around the heart-shaped clay bead. 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Easily add personal touches before firing with a fingerprint, clay shapes, scribe a name or use the textures available! There are 4 different texture designs to choose from as well as a plain mould base so you can create your own design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 4.5g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!). You could even do different designs on each side!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by cutting out a piece of clay to use, this can be done with any cutter or tool but to make your life easier we also carry the shape specific cutters so you can cut the exact shape and size you need to put into the mould!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose your design, if you need extra stability use the texture cradle to put your silicone mould in and press the clay into the mould using the top of the bead builder. Then compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Use a small tool (2mm drill bits work well!) to remove the clay from the holes within the shape (can be seen when looking down on the mould).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce you are happy your mould has been taken remove the top part of the moud that you used to press and remove any excess clay. Allow the clay to dry either by leaving it somewhere warm, using a hot plate, dehydrator, or a cup warmer. Make sure to take the mould out of the texture cradle before placing on anything hot!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen dry carefully remove from the mould by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/art-clay-silver-paste-type-10gm\/\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste\u003c\/a\u003e, and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e or olive oil to lubricate the mould before each use. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo use this Bead Builder Shape System you will need to purchase the Base Mould, this is hard plastic and allows you to create plain beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have the option of adding on the cutter so you can cut your clay to the exact shape you need for your mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are 4 different textures to choose from, these are made from silicone, making is super easy to release your dry clay, you can also purchase a plain silicone version to use instead of the plastic one that comes with the base mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally you can choose to purchase the cradle, you pop the silicone mould into the cradle before adding your clay and it helps to keep it steady to prevent moving the mould whilst taking an imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 14mm approx when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Fits PandoraTM bracelets when using clay with a 12% or less shrinkage rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Bead%20Builder%20Instructions.pdf\"\u003eClick here for instructions\u003c\/a\u003e or watch the helpful video in the tab above!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Bead Builder Base Shape","offer_id":58321611030863,"sku":"189-BBSC","price":45.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bead Builder Cutter","offer_id":58321611063631,"sku":"189-BBSC-CUTTER","price":5.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Texture 1","offer_id":58321611096399,"sku":"189-BBSC-V0001","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Texture 2","offer_id":58321611129167,"sku":"189-BBSC-V0002","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Texture 3","offer_id":58321611161935,"sku":"189-BBSC-V0003","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Texture 4","offer_id":58321611194703,"sku":"189-BBSC-V0004","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plain Base 5","offer_id":58321611227471,"sku":"189-BBSC-VBASE","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Product_Image_Template_4__30640.1697812534.800.800.jpg?v=1785151653"},{"product_id":"bead-builder-eclectics-tablet","title":"Bead Builder Eclectics - Tablet","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBead Builder System - Tablet Shape\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMake effortless hollow tablet-shaped beads with different designs in metal clay with this Bead Builder Tablet Mould.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe beads will fit beautifully on Pandora™️ style bracelets. 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Easily add personal touches before firing with a fingerprint, clay shapes, scribe a name, or use the textures available! There are 4 different texture designs to choose from as well as a plain mould base so you can create your own design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese bead moulds create 3-dimensional beads by making the bead in two halves. Because the bead is hollow, it uses a minimal amount of clay (approx 4.5g - very dependant upon the amount of paste used, added decorations, or if you manage to squeeze a bit more clay in!). You could even do different designs on each side!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by cutting out a piece of clay to use, this can be done with any cutter or tool but to make your life easier we also carry the shape specific cutters so you can cut the exact shape and size you need to put into the mould!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose your design, if you need extra stability use the texture cradle to put your silicone mould in and press the clay into the mould using the top of the bead builder. Then compress with a vice, clamp, or between your hands for a few seconds. Use a small tool (2mm drill bits work well!) to remove the clay from the holes within the shape (can be seen when looking down on the mould).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce you are happy your mould has been taken remove the top part of the moud that you used to press and remove any excess clay. 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Carefully remove from the mould once it’s fully dry by prying each corner open a little. Stick both halves together with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/art-clay-silver-paste-type-10gm\/?searchid=0\u0026amp;search_query=paste\"\u003eArt Clay Silver Paste,\u003c\/a\u003e and blend the join to make it look seamless. Leave the paste to dry, refine, and fire. 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