PMC123 Jan 2009 Newsletter

PMC123.com Newsletter| Volume 5, Issue 2 | February 2009

A Thank You Note

To all of you who have sent thought and word during John’s (my John, your John!) recent health issue, we send our sincere thanks. It means the world to us. Thanks a mil.

PMC123 Reminder

PMC123 offers a username and password for clients to log onto our discount shopping area to certified PMC or Art Clay artisans, designers, shop owners, and teachers. All that we require is that you send us your contact information (address, phone, etc) and your state tax or resale number (if you have one) in an email. We will assign a username and password and forward that information back to you. If you have any questions concerning eligibility please feel free to call (210-656-8239) or email.

PMC123.com began a new feature called “ Introducing…” in our e-newsletter in Feb 08. We would still like to feature new and/or established shops and artisans who teach metal clay classes. If you would like to be featured, please send us your URL that includes information about your shop/studio and your classes. We would like to feature 1-3 shops/studios per month in “The latest and greatest from… PMC123

News

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Classes

Featured Products

Past Issues

PMC123 Website

Full Product Catalog

Classes in 2009

Sign up early for these great classes. Sherry’s classes fill quickly so reserve your place(s) TODAY! E-mail sherryfotopoulos@hotmail.com or call 210-656-8239.

March & April 09 – Studio SFoto - San Antonio, TX
5 Mar 09, Thurs, Toggles, Catches, Bead Caps, Oh my! , $140.00
6 Mar 09, Fri, Fabulous Fused Glass , $140.00
7-8 Mar 09, Sat, Sun, Level 1Certification Class , $350.00
12 Mar 09, Thurs, Soldering & Bezel Setting for Non-metalsmiths , $195.00
13 Mar 09, Fri, Bronze Clay Bangles , $150.00
14-15 Mar 09, Sat, Sun, Level 2 Certification Class , $375.00
19 Mar 09, Thurs, Custom Stamp Bracelet , $160.00
20 Mar 09, Fri, Granulation! , $140.00
21-22 Mar 09, Sat, Sun, Level 3 Certification Class , $375.00
9 Apr 09, Thurs, Fabulous Fused Glass , $140.00
10 Apr 09, Fri, Soldering & Bezel Setting for Non-metalsmiths , $195.
11 Apr 09, Sat, Custom Stamp Bracelet , $160.00
12 Apr 09, Sun, Granulation! , $140.00

2009 PMCC Artist’s Retreat – Gatlinburg, TN

27-28 Apr 09 , Mon, Tues, Level 3 Certification Class, $375.00
29-30 Apr 09 , Wed, Thurs, Marketing Seminar (Section 4), $350.00
1 May 09 , Fri, Soldering & Bezel Setting for Non-metalsmiths, $175.00

May 09 -- Houston Area

Charisma Designs Studio (Owner, Cathy Prieto-Smith)
2043 Harvard St., Houston, TX 77008

3 May, Wednesday, 10am-5pm, Big Rings!!, $160.00
14 May, Thursday, 10am-5pm, Granulation, $160.00 foto3back

15 May, Friday, 10am-5pm, BronzClay™ Bangles, $150.00
16-17 May, Saturday & Sunday, Marketing Seminar (Section 4) , $350.00

Guilty Pleasure Gems Studio (Owner, Judy Bennett)
644 E. Castle Harbour Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546

20 May, Wednesday, 10am-5pm, Big Rings!!, $160.00
21 May, Thursday, 10am-5pm, Granulation,$160.00
22 May, Friday, 10am-5pm, BronzClay™ Bangles,$150.00
23-24 May, Saturday & Sunday, Marketing Seminar (Section 4) ,$350.00

Name it – Win it!

Log on to www.pmc123.com any time before the 20th of February 2009 and send us your guess of what is in the picture. We have a special form for you to do this. On the 21 st of the month we will collect all of the correct answers and conduct a drawing to see who will win and receive that product/tool. The winner will be notified and featured in the following month’s e-newsletter. Here is the picture for February 09.

Name it-Win it! Januar +y Winner

Jennifer Smith-Righter correctly identified the last Name it-Win it item as our 6-pc Syringe Tip Set. She will receive her set very soon. Congratulations Jennifer. You could be our next winner. Go guess!

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*Featured Products of the Month...* Do you have these yet... BronzClay Kit, Single Diamond File, Toothpick Files, 10-pc Diamond Files, 10-pc Needle Files, Pink Sanding/Finishing File, 5-pc Sanding/Finishing Set

Bronze Clay Kit
	Our Holiday Bronze Clay Special was a real hit in December so here it is again! The kit includes not only 200gm BRONZclay ™ but the Firing Sink and firing carbon. The heavy-duty stainless steel firing container (Firing Sink) measures 7” x 6 3/8” x 4” deep (2 ½” deep containers also available). We supply you with 5-lb of acid-washed, coconut shell based firing carbon, bagged and twist-tied in a box. This retail value of $73.38 is calling your name for only $65.00. $69.00 Order Now

Single Diamond File
	Our Single Diamond File is a must have for your traveling or in-the-studio toolkit. Economically priced, handy, and lo-o-ong lasting, it fills the bill when you need to smooth edges and round sharp corners. On sale this month at Buy one, get one free or 2 files for $1.00 (Retail $1.00 each) 2 for a $1 Order Now

Toothpick Diamond File Set
	You can’t beat the value of this 5-pc Toothpick Diamond File Set . It comes in a slotted pack to prevent files from rubbing together during storage. Each file is 80mm long with a non-slip handle. The five shapes, round, equaling, half-round, 3-square and 4-square, allow you to get into even the tiniest places. Use wet or dry. On sale at $6.50 (Retail $7.95) $6.50 Order Now

Pink Sanding/Finishing Board
	Here’s a special that can’t be beat! The long-lasting, 2 grit, washable, shape-able (with scissors) Pink Sanding / Finishing Board on sale at 4/$1.00 (Retail $.50 each) $4 for a $1 Order Now

PMC123’s Sanding/Finishing Pads
	To achieve a mirror finish or clean up all of your metal clay creations you can’t beat PMC123’s Sanding/Finishing Pads . This set starts with medium (120-180 grit), moves through fine (320-400 grit), Super fine (500-600 grit), Ultra fine (800-1000 grit), and finishes your piece to a mirror polish with Micro fine (1200-1500 grit). By using the whole set from 1 up through 5 in the green ware stage you can go from the kiln to the tumbler for a perfect mirror finish! Keep your set in tip-top condition (AND reclaim PMC) by brushing each pad with a toothbrush after each use. These 3M pads can be washed and will last and last. They can be cut with scissors to any shape and each pad is numbered so you’ll always grab the right one for the right job! On sale at $3.95 (Retail $5.95) $3.95 Order Now

10-pc Diamond File Set
	This is the time to get the complete 10-pc Diamond File Set . A shape for every need (equaling, round, triangle, square, half round, crossing, warding, barrette, slitting and knife) with the added advantage of being able to file in any direction. These can also be used wet for filing an errant sharp point off of fused glass with no danger of rusting. If you’ve decided to get just one set of files, this is the one! On sale at $16.95 (Retail $21.95) $16.95 Order Now

10-pc Needle File Set
	Here’s your opportunity to get a 10-pc Needle File Set at a great price. This set contains a shape for every need (equaling, round, triangle, square, half round, crossing, warding, barrette, slitting and knife) in a pocketed carry case. Each file is 6.25” long with 3.1” cutting surfaces. No matter what size or odd shaped area you want to get into, this set has your answer. These are traditional metalsmithing files with a 2/0 cut. On sale at $7.50 (Retail $9.95) $7.50 Order Now

Classes in 2009

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