Welcome to the wonderful world of jewelry making and metalsmithing!
Winter 2021 classes coming soon!
Chain, Chain, Chain
PMC Stacking Rings with Stones
Mentored Independent Study
Tube Setting Basics
A great bezel setting substitute for very small faceted and cabochon stones, learn how you can accent your creations with tube set stones. In this technique based class, students will make a variety of simple pendants or earrings accented with 3 mm stones set in copper tube. This class will cover choosing the right size tubing, cutting the setting with burs, and creating a seat when the right size tubing is not available. You will leave with the confidence to include tube setting in your own designs. This in studio class is limited to eight students. Tools will be available for use. Safety glasses & magnifiers are required.
Saturday, November 20 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Basic metalworking experience with soldering skills required. (ages 18 and up)
Class Fee: $130 Materials Fee: Materials included.
Students wishing to work with silver tubing, or other sized stones, are welcome to bring those materials and the appropriate sized ball and setting burs.
Instructor: Kim Baxter
Chain, Chain, Chain
Chains for pendants… bracelets… earrings… necklace extenders and more! Having a few chain patterns in your repertoire can be a last minute lifesaver and open your mind to other creative designs. Using basic wire working techniques, a variety of metal types and gauges, and specialty pliers, we will journey through chain making to create two variations of horseshoe links, an infinity link, a cotter pin link and a closed loop link chain. Learn fundamental wire handling skills, work hardening, and finishing techniques. You will also receive ideas for a variety of applications, all without having to use a torch! This class is limited to eight students. Tools will be available for use.
Saturday, December 11 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
All levels are welcome, some wire working experience can be helpful but not required. (Ages 16 and up)
Class Fee: $115
Materials fee: $40 payable to the instructor, includes a variety of wire types and gauges:copper, brass, silver filled and sterling silver.
Instructor: Michele Stoffan
PMC Stacking Rings with Stones
Learn how to set a stone in a two-sided texture ring using fine silver Precious Metal Clay (PMC). Basic techniques covered will include using texture plates, rubber stamps, design, structure, sizing, and durability of different grades of PMC will also be discussed along with torch firing vs. kiln firing. Students will complete at least 2 rings that can be worn individually or stack when wearing. This class is limited to only six students. Tool kits will be available for use. All levels are welcome, and no metalworking experience is required (ages 16 and up).
Saturday, February 5, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Class Fee: $99
Materials Fee: $60 payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. Includes 15 grams of PMC3, 2 3mm stones, 2 ring plugs, use of tools, and materials. Students must specify ring size at registration. Additional Clay will be available for purchase.
Instructor: Deb Perry
Friday Mentored Independent Study
- Masks covering the nose and mouth are required to be worn by all students.
- Washing hands upon entering the studio, is required.
- Regular sanitizing of shared tools, equipment, and high touch areas will be done.
- Coffee & tea service is temporarily discontinued.
- Please bring only necessary tools and project supplies with you.
If you have any questions or concerns, we invite you communicate through our contact page. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
