Create a handcrafted picture frame by embossing thin tin or copper sheets with decorative motifs. Using simple hand tools, you'll texture, shape, and assemble an ornamental frame that showcases your favorite photos. Choose from premade design templates or sketch your own unique pattern. Leave with a beautiful, personalized frame ready to display—and the skills to create more at home.
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Jewelry
Cowboy Boot Ornaments
Come learn the basics of leather tooling and make an ornament! In this class, you will learn how to prep, carve and stamp real leather as well as how to dye leather and seal it for protection. Make these cute ornaments and get hooked on leather craft!
Beginning Metalsmithing and Jewelry- July
Have you ever been interested in learning the art of metalsmithing in order to create your own, one-of-a-kind jewelry? In this Beginning Metalsmithing and Jewelry course, students will learn to solder, texture, saw, file, and set a stone while creating a beautiful ring to take home. Students will also learn jewelry studio safety protocols and how to properly use and care for the tools. No previous metalsmithing experience is required.
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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.