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Basic Metalsmithing Techniques Series - Tuesdays 5-7:00 pm. (6 weeks - dates below)
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This is a 6-week series that meets on Tuesdays, from 5-7.
Dates are Oct. 20th, 27th, Nov. 3rd, SKIP Nov. 10th, then Nov. 17th, 24th, and finishing on December 1st.
Looking for a class that’s focused on building your metalsmithing skills?
Try Basic Metalsmithing Techniques!
In this six-week class, you’ll learn essential techniques including sawing, piercing, filing, sanding, and polishing. You’ll also explore several soldering methods (hot connections), hand riveting (cold connections), surface texturing, adding color to metal, enameling, and fold forming. It’s a great way to build confidence while creating unique pieces of your own.
Silver Hoops and Loops - Thursday, Sept. 24th, 5:00-7:00pm
Silver Hoops and Loops - Thursday, Sept. 24th, 5:00-7:00pm
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 your unique touch! Ear wires will be provided or made with a small jig.
Hammered Silver Thick Band Ring - Friday Sept. 18th, 5:30-7:30 pm
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Hammered Silver Thick Band Ring - Friday, Sept. 18th, 5:30-7:30 pm
We will teach you to saw, solder, file, and finish a copper ring, and then apply those new skills while creating another one in sterling silver. A variety of texture treatments will be available. You will customize the thickness of your sterling band to your liking.
Solder School: Copper & Silver Edition! Saturday, November 7th, 10:00am - 3:00pm
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Solder Like a Pro: Exploring Techniques for Copper, Brass and Silver
Saturday, November 7th, 10:00am - 3:00pm (some experience helpful, but not necessary)
Curious about soldering? Whether you’ve struggled with stubborn seams or want to explore more advanced soldering techniques, this hands-on class is your chance to level up! We’ll demystify the many forms of solder — wire, chip, paste, and even pick — while focusing on their uses with both copper and silver.
You’ll learn how to:
- Choose the right type and flow temperature of solder
- Use flux and understand oxidation differences between copper and silver
- Control heat for small, medium, and large joins
- Set up for success using sweat soldering, butt joints, and pick soldering
- Troubleshoot problems (like pits, gaps, and incomplete flows)
- Use paste solder for efficiency — when and how it's your best friend
- Apply finishing tips to clean up your joins beautifully
Come with curiosity and leave with confidence (and maybe a few small soldered projects too!). Instructor - Sue
Beaded Mini-Mosaic Pendant - Thursday, October 1st, 5:00-7:00pm
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Beaded Mini-Mosaic Pendant - Thursday October 1st, 5:00-7:00pm
In this class, you will create two beaded mosaic necklace pendants. Don't want to wear it? No problem! Makes a lovely little gift, or place it in a frame to hang on the wall. I will provide a variety of shallow bezel designs for you to select from, along with numerous beads to choose from. We will do some arranging and designing before committing to the final look. Pendants will be ready to leave with you.
Wire Wrapped Pendant - Tuesday, October 13th, 5:00-7:00pm
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Wire Wrapped Pendant - Tuesday, October 13th, 5:00-7:00pm
Expect to leave with two wire-wrapped pendants. I will provide a variety of stones and broken china pieces to choose from. If you have something you want to wrap, feel free to bring it along.
Small Wire Bonsai Tree - Tuesday, Sept 29th, 5:00-7:00 pm
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Small Wire Bonsai Tree - Tuesday, Sept, 29th, 5:00-7:00 pm
How sweet is that! Wire wrapping and twisting isn't something I do often. However, I was so enamored with this process and the end results that I wanted to share! Expect to use wire, beads, and pliers to twist a lovely bonsai-style tree. We will then "plant" it in a base and add landscaping. Good for multiple ages and abilities.
Cloisonne' Earrings or Pendant - 2-part Class. (Advanced Class) Tuesday, Oct. 6th and Thursday, Oct.8th. 5 - 7:00 pm, both nights.
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Cloisonné Earrings or Pendant - 2-part Class. (Advanced Class) Tuesday, Oct. 6th and Thursday, Oct.8th. 5 - 7:00 pm, both nights.
Some experience with enamel is helpful, but not necessary.
Cloisonné is a traditional enameling technique in which thin, fine silver wires or bands are fixed edgewise onto a metal surface to create a design. These delicate silver bands form small compartments, or cells (called cloisons), that act as miniature walls, keeping different enamel colors separate during firing. Finely ground glass enamel is carefully placed into each cell, allowing the artist to build intricate patterns, images, and color relationships without the colors blending together.
Once the cells are filled, the piece is fired in a kiln, where the enamel melts and fuses to the metal. Multiple firings are often required to build up the enamel to the height of the silver wires. The surface is then ground and polished smooth, revealing the brilliant colors framed by the fine silver lines. The result is a richly detailed work characterized by vibrant color, luminous depth, and the distinctive network of silver outlines that define the cloisonné technique.
Tuesday, we will saw out our designs and begin attaching the silver wires. Thursday, we will fill the cells with enamel colors and fire them.
Forged Copper Hooks - Tuesday, Sept. 22nd, 5 - 7:00 pm
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Forged Copper Hooks -Tuesday, Sept. 22nd, 5 - 7:00 pm
Expect to leave with two copper hooks of your design. We will learn about annealing, work hardening, bending, forming, and tapering.
Spinner Ring - Sunday, Oct. 4th, 11 - 2:00 pm
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Spinner Ring - Sunday, Oct. 4th, 11: 00 a.m.- 2:00 pm.
Spinner rings are fun and unique! In this class, you will make one spinner ring of your design. Texture options and metal choice are up to you! Some previous soldering experience is helpful, but not necessary.
Basic Metalsmithing Intensive - two-day class! Friday, November 13th, 5:00-7:30pm, AND Saturday, November 14th, 10-3:00 pm
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Basic Metalsmithing Intensive - two-day class! Friday, November 13th, 5:00-7:30pm AND Saturday, November 14th, 10-3:00 pm
Fast, fun, and full of fire (the good kind)
Ready to dive into the world of metalsmithing but short on time? Join me for a whirlwind weekend of creativity in this condensed version of the Basic Metalsmithing Series. We'll gather on Friday, November 13th, then roll up our sleeves again on Saturday, November 14th, for a hands-on exploration of tools, torches, and technique.
Whether you're brand new or need a fiery refresher, this intensive offers a playful yet skill-packed introduction to working with metal.
Some of the concepts covered include sawing/piercing metal, soldering hows and whys, cold joining, fold forming, enameling, texturing, jump rings, toggles, and ear wires. Instructor - Sue
Textured Silver Rings, using the rolling mill. Friday, Oct. 2nd, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Textured Silver Rings, using the rolling mill. Friday, Oct. 2nd, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
This class is all about unique textures! A rolling mill can be a great tool to produce an imprint on metal. Expect to practice a variety of textures first on copper. Then, once you have selected your favorite, you will reproduce that texture on your silver band ring. Class taught by Adina.