Spend a day learning the fundamentals of metalsmithing while making a pair of brass earrings to take home. Students will learn to saw a brass sheet to shape and add texture through hammering and stamping, and finishing techniques. No experience necessary — all tools and materials provided. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a handcrafted pair of brass earrings and the foundational skills to keep exploring metalwork.
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Jewelry
Bolo Tie Workshop with Jama Crawford
The bolo tie is an iconic piece of Western and Southwestern Art, suitable to be worn on both formal and informal occasions. Its vibe is rugged masculinity, but the bolo has become increasingly popular among women too. This jewelry item will have significant value, meaning both its precious metal content as well as becoming a new favorite wardrobe favorite! This is a beginner class, with only one step that is a bit trickier than usual, but you will succeed!
Ear Cuff - February
In this fun mini-lesson you will make a sterling ear cuff, an ornament that clasps to your ear. You will learn some very basic skills such as cutting, filing, stamping and forming metal, plus applying a patina to bring out the stamped image. No prior metal experience needed!
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Introduction to Bead Weaving with Courtney Kelly January
In this introductory class, you will learn the basic method of bead weaving using a loom, thread and iridescent seed beads to create a dynamic and comfortable bracelet with leather ends and a silver button closure. You will learn the process of preparing your project with the proper thread size and color, proper needle size and the various beads available for successful looming.
*Just a heads up, this class will be all about working with tiny objects and paying close attention to the little details.
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*Just a heads up, this class will be all about working with tiny objects and paying close attention to the little details.
Fold Form and Soldered Fine Silver Earrings with Accent Stone
Earrings are the most popular jewelry item for gift-giving and selling. In this beginner class, you will learn key concepts such as
soldering, drilling, stone setting, and ear wire forming. You will also learn fold form, a technique that brings dimensionality to your jewelry design.
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Intermediate Bead Weaving
Learn to make a colorfully patterned bracelet using seed beads and a beading loom in this one day “make and take” class. You will have your choice between 2 patterns and 2 different color schemes to create your own bracelet- one tiny bead at a time! You will also make ends and a closure using real leather and a silver tone button.
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