ONSITE: Sinking + Raising: Learn to Form a Bowl
Learn to use forming and planishing hammers with special metalsmithing stakes to make a Bowl.
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ONSITE: Silver Metal Clay Jewelry: Lacy Chain Bracelet
The more you learn about metal clay, the more you'll realize that clay doesn't stick to clay without moisture. Use that to your advantage in this workshop as you create a sinuous silver chain that will wrap around your wrist, with a matching toggle clasp.
read moreONSITE: Silver Metal Clay Jewelry: Lentil Bead Earrings
Forming hollow, dimensional objects has never been so easy! Use metal clay to create a pair of silver, disc shaped, 'lentil' beads on Saturday, then make french wires that will fit them perfectly on Sunday!
read moreONSITE: Metalworking (Ages 12-14)
Explore working with metal and traditional metalworking tools by creating sculptural works of your own. We will learn different ways to cut metal safely and bend it accurately, then we’ll try drilling, texturing, hammering, stamping and polishing our work. We will use the acetylene torch to soften (anneal) copper. Finally, we will bring dimension and […]
read moreONSITE: Wire Jewelry
Learn the wire techniques that will help you create unique art pieces! Bend, shape, loop, and spring wire into form. We will add texture and create shape with traditional jewelers’ tools. Learn to taper with the rolling mill, cold forge a wedge with a hammer and soften metal with a torch. This class will give […]
read moreONSITE: Intermediate Metal Jewelry (B)
Take your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, complex stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreONSITE: Jewelry Making with Wire + Beads (Ages 9-11)
Learn how to form wire into jewelry and how to incorporate beads into your pieces. Projects will include earrings, a necklace, a bracelet and a ring,
read moreONSITE: Stamped Metal Charms (Adults and Youth 9+ with Registered Adult)
Charm yourself, family, and friends with a personal touch. Design and stamp several charms with words, textures and symbols to express your creative voice in metal. In this workshop you will learn textural hammering and stamping techniques that will guide you in developing your creative style. Pre cut metal shapes and guides will be provided. […]
read moreONSITE: Twisted Gifts: Creating Metal Ornaments (Adults and Youth 8+ with Registered Adult)
Develop basic, metalworking skills to cut and shape metal, drill holes, and wrap wire to create unique spiraled ornaments for the holiday season. This class includes an introduction to traditional tools.
read moreONSITE: 3-D Whimsical Wire Ornaments (All Ages with Registered Adult)
Come try your hand at making whimsical wire ornaments! In this class, you'll learn to shape and texture metal using hammers and pliers then add beads to our design and fasten all the pieces together to create a unique ornament.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Wire Working (Adults and Youth 9+ with Registered Adult)
Learn techniques for bending, shaping, twisting, looping, spiraling and springing wire into form. Wire jigs, dowels, mandrels and hand tools will make up the basis of our exploration. Hammer techniques for hardening and adding dimension will be demonstrated. Your own creations with wire will be encouraged.
read moreONSITE: Blacksmithing Stocking Stuffers (Adults and Youth 14+ with Registered Adult)
Explore the basics of blacksmithing. You'll learn to forge a holiday stocking hanger, then make one or more small projects to stuff into the stocking like a keychain, bottle opener or ornament.
read moreB: Sterling Silver Stacking Ring with Ashley Tamber (Adults and Youth 12+ with Registered Adult)
Learn to make a sterling silver stacking ring in the metals studio! We will take wire, form it into a ring that fits your finger, and solder it together with a torch. Keep it for yourself or give it as a gift!
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Silversmithing
Jump right into working with sterling silver for jewelry. Basic jewelry fabrication techniques will be demonstrated or reviewed including sawing, drilling, sanding, polishing, and soldering. You can expect to leave class with one finished piece of jewelry. This class is accessible to the beginner but is also ideal for someone looking to polish their beginner […]
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Metal Jewelry (B)
Learn how to transform metals into beautiful works of wearable art. We’ll cover techniques such as sawing, drilling, texturing, working with wire, filing, sanding and polishing. We’ll also cover riveting, soldering with a torch and basic stone setting. You’ll use these skills to make one finished piece of jewelry.
read moreONSITE: Make it Riveting! Cold Connections in Metals
Make jewelry with no soldering. Apprehensive about using a torch? This is a great way to get your feet wet in metals. Learn how to make and design with rivets for bracelets, pendants, brooches and even rings! Experienced students will learn to refine their riveting skills and learn new ways of including riveting in their […]
read moreONSITE: Tree of Life Wire Pendant
We will create a tree of life pendant or small window ornament. We will use traditional jewelry making tools, wire and beads. You may bring an item to incorporate into your design if desired. Students will leave with at least one finished pendant from this class and have a good foundational understanding of to how […]
read moreONSITE: Silver Metal Clay Jewelry: Exploring Dimension (A)
Learn to work with metal clay, a malleable, metal-bearing material that is perfectly suited for creating jewelry. Use your hands to shape it and a variety of tools to add detail and texture. You’ll fire the metal clay to transform it into a silver object. Add a new skill to your repertoire each week and […]
read moreONSITE: Stone Setting Basics
In this survey course, you will learn some of the fundamental techniques of stone setting including bezel setting, prong setting, and flush setting. In each class, we will learn a different technique and try our hand at it. Students will come away with a good grasp of setting techniques to incorporate into their jewelry-making practices. […]
read moreONSITE: Metal Jewelry (Ages 15–18)
Explore metal! On our journey, we'll learn how to measure, shape, soften and strengthen. We'll also learn how to texture, form, cut and connect. You create your own pieces of wearable art along the way. Other techniques covered include: Sawing, drilling, texturing, working with wire, filing, sanding, polishing, riveting, annealing with a torch and fold […]
read moreONSITE: Carve + Cast a Signet Ring Workshop
In this intensive weekend-workshop we will learn the process of lost wax casting. Each student will start by carving a wax signet, then learning the process of investment and burn out then finishing up with centrifugal casting and clean up. We will be casting in sterling silver.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Metal Jewelry Workshop
Discover the fundamental concept of jewelry design and learn basic techniques for working with metals in this introductory class. The class begins with instruction on techniques such as drilling, sawing, texturing, working with wire, and finishing techniques. Soldering with a torch will also be introduced. Students will then use these skills to make a piece […]
read moreONSITE: Anticlastic Forming: Convex + Concave Forms
In this introductory workshop, you will earn how to create convex and concave forms using hammers and special (sinusoidal) forming stakes. We will practice using sheet copper to create forms to make rings or bracelets.
read moreONSITE: Create a Locket with Metal Clay
Learn how to design and construct a silver locket that swings open to reveal someone (or something) special. We'll create an embellished locket with a 2mm faceted gem, then add riveting to finish your beautiful articulated pendant.
read moreONSITE: Silver Metal Clay Jewelry: Exploring Dimension (B)
Learn to work with metal clay, a malleable, metal-bearing material that is perfectly suited for creating jewelry. Use your hands to shape it and a variety of tools to add detail and texture. You’ll fire the metal clay to transform it into a silver object. Add a new skill to your repertoire each week and […]
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