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No previous experience necessary.
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Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelets 12/1 5-7:30pm
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Bangle Bracelets Tuesday 12/1 5:00 - 7:30
Students will learn a variety of texturing techniques to apply on their 2 bangles. Hammer texture, acid etch, and a rolling mill provide endless surface decorating options. After the texture is complete, the bracelets will be soldered closed, and finished with files, sandpaper and buffing wheel. Great beginner class with a stunning professional result!
Enameled Earrings 11/2 5-7:00pm
Thursday 11/2 5:00-7:00pm
Enamel is glass powder that is either torch fired or kiln melted to add color to fine silver or copper. In this class, basic sawing, forming, and soldering techniques will be used to form the earrings. Once the earrings are made, you will add color by selecting transparent or opaque enamels. Expect to leave with one set in copper and another in fine silver.
3 Sterling Stack Rings. 11/4 11-1:30pm.
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Saturday 11/4 11-1:30pm
In this course you can expect to first practice soldering on copper or brass wire. Next we will explore several texturing techniques, and then you will be creating 3 sterling silver rings using your new found soldering abilities. Great beginner class!!
Forged Copper Twist Cuff 12/7 5-7:00pm
Thursday 12/7 5:00-7:00pm
In the mood to hit something with a hammer? Forging is the process of hammering metal to change its shape and can be done both hot or cold. You can expect a little of both in this copper cuff bracelet class.
3 Sterling Stack Rings 12/5 5-7:00pm
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Tuesday 12/5 5-7:00pm
In this course you can expect to first practice soldering on copper wire. Next we will explore several texturing techniques, and then you will be creating 3 sterling silver rings using your new found soldering abilities. Great beginner class!!
Silver Hoops and Loops 10/27 5-7:00
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Friday 10/27 5-7:00pm
Silver hoop earrings are always a classic! In this studio course, you will use sterling silver wires of various gauges to create a pair of earrings. Keep it simple, or add you unique touch! Ear wires will be made with a small jig, and soldered in place.
Broken China Pendant 10/28 11-1:30 pm
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Saturday 10/28 11-1:30 pm
In this studio course, you will be using a stained glass technique involving the use of copper foil, flux, and a soldering iron. Many broken china options are provided, but feel free to bring in something you may have from home. This is a nice class for multiple ages. Young students welcome with their adult!
Basic Metalsmithing Techniques Series
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This is a 6 week series, that meets Tuesdays from 5-7. October 10th, 17th, 24th (skip Oct. 31st) and then November 7th, 14th, 21st.
Looking for something more skill based?
Try Basic Metalsmithing Techniques!
This is a 6 week class where you will learn to saw, pierce, file, sand and buff. You will learn multiple soldering techniques (hot joining), and hand riveting (cold joining). Various texturing techniques, and the inclusion of surface color will also be explored.
Copper Enameled light switch plates Saturday 12/2 11-2:00pm
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Saturday 12/2 11- 2:00pm
Personalize your home with "unique to you" light switch plates. Enameling is the process of melting powdered glass (enamel) onto a piece of copper. I will provide a variety of switch plate designs/shapes to choose from. You show up with a color scheme. First we will practice on copper scrapes, learning the process and testing colors. Then you will customize two switch plates of your choosing. They will be ready to leave with you that day.
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