Metals I

This class is not for people who make castings; this is a class for people who want to know how to make castings. This Resin-Rubber Overview is geared toward new-comers to casting who want to know about the materials available and the basics of how to use them. This class is designed for artists who are new to casting. An important step in making...

Hammer textured Earrings. In this Virtual class, we will meet via Zoom. You will attend a live demonstration of how to make earrings. You will learn how to make a jump ring, how to forge, how to solder, how to make findings for the earring and finishing. We will have an open forum for questions and answers. Materials and techniques will be discussed...

Andrea Harvin-Kennington: Carving and Creating Texture Hammers This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program.  If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. ____________________...

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program.  If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. ______________ Advance your caving skills through demonstrations and...

Intro to Rhino CAD for beginners or advanced. Cover the basic tools to create 3 dimensional drawings for jewelry production + one of a kind pieces.  Students will have the choice to send out their design for printing.  You will need to bring the following to class: Windows System Laptop (recommended) or Mac IOS Mouse Rhino...

Learn how to create your own exquisite custom pendant. Using wire and your favorite flat bead or cabochon, you can make a lovely gift for a loved one (or yourself!). You will learn all of the techniques needed to make this pendant, including wire gauges, types of pliers, how to size and bend the wire, how to wrap wire and make spirals and embellishments,...

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. Not your grandma’s polymer clay! Reinvented and rediscovered by today’s...

Join a class filled with technical demonstrations, power-point presentations, conversations, and discussions ranging from gold, precious stones, glue versus gypsy setting, solder versus welding. If you need a few pointers on how to solder a gold ring, or if you are working on a jewelry line whatever it is you put your energy towards, this class is...

Learn the basics of carving wax for jewelry and carve a three-dimensional heart. Supply List General: One dozen spiral wax saw blades (medium grade) Dividers (3” length) Steel scribe 10mm degree gauge 6” steel millimeter ruler Steel or brass wire brush Two 1& 1/2” med. felt buffs (knife edge and square edge) Standard jeweler's...

Combining brass, copper and alternative materials, make jewelry that will really stand out! Learn basic cold connections: weaving, riveting and twisting, and more. Ideal for beginners or those who want to learn new techniques to add to their repertoire. We’ll focus on a new project each week, making 5-8 pieces of jewelry. Skill Level: All Levels...

Intro to Rhino CAD for beginners or advanced. Cover the basic tools to create 3 dimensional drawings for jewelry production + one of a kind pieces.  Students will have the choice to send out their design for printing. You will need to bring the following to class: Windows System Laptop (recommended) or Mac IOS. Mouse Rhino Software...

Discover how fun and relaxing it is to make eye catching chains from home. Start with links without heat, progress to mastering the butane mini torch to create classic fused loop in loop chains with endless variations. Finish with your own custom designs using copper, brass, fine silver, and argentium and more. A detailed supply list will guide you...

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program.  If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. ____________________ Etching steel adds dimension and depth unsurpassed...

This exciting three day class teaches proper jewelry making techniques for beginners. Students will learn the correct way to file, saw, form, forge, solder Sterling Silver as well as make a stone setting and set stones, in an intensive workshop held in our beautiful studio, each student will create a minimum of (5) pieces of Sterling jewelry seated...

This exciting 3 day class will be challenging and rewarding. Students have creative freedom in the execution of these projects. Explore further the techniques introduced in Metal I. Forging, fusing, hollow forms, and advanced stone setting are the focus. All Metal II students learn to flush set faceted stones. Practice heavy bezel settings with hammer...

In this one-day workshop you will learn how to Flush set faceted stones correctly and with confidence. Students will be setting faceted stones in both brass and sterling silver. Proper tools, layout and finishing will be covered.  All materials are included in the workshop fee. Lunch will be provided. Students should not wear loose clothing...

In this workshop you will learn how to solder sterling silver correctly and with confidence. Students will be soldering sterling silver utilizing tension, sweat, and pick methods. Using Oxygen/Propane little torches students will learn the proper way to protect their metal from oxidation. Students will spend the day practicing the various techniques...