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Learn to design and create
fabulous and unique wire and beaded pieces to wear, sell or give as
gifts! Begin by learning the fundamental
techniques, terminology and use of
jewelry making tools.
This hands-on workshop will get your creative juices
flowing.
A variety of projects will be offered including beautiful earrings, bracelets,
necklaces, eyeglass chains, wine glass markers, cell phone
bling, and bookmarks.
Every item created will be
unique because they are fabricated from supplies of your
choice.
An experienced professional artist and instructor will
motivate you explore your ‘crafty side’.
There will be a
an individual project supply list
provided upon completing registration for the classes.
Supply costs range
from $30-$100.00 depending on your choice of supplies.
Classes Information
Learn the timeless methods used to
create enchanting wire jewelry designs centered on the art of
bending & wrapping silver, copper and brass wire.
Discover the fundamental tools and techniques required to
manipulate wire and beads into handcrafted, custom findings for earrings,
bracelets, necklaces and rings.
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Master the art of creating unique pieces to
compliment your aesthetic; handcraft beautiful gifts or
design a line of quality products to sell!
Session Descriptions
The four
Sessions are shown as a series of
increasing skill -set levels.
· 1.
INTRODUCTION TO WIREWORK
Project, Earrings: custom pierced ear wires, & headpins
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2.
CREATING WIRE COMPONENTS
Project, Bracelet: wrapped loops, links, connections,
spirals and coils
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3.WIRE WRAPPING FOCAL PIECES
Project, Necklace:
wire wrapped beads, pendants & stones
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4.USING THE MANDEL & HAMMERING
Project, Ring:
clasps, hooks and rings
Each session will be taught at the beginner,
intermediate, and introduction to wirework
level by an experienced, professional jewelry artist and
instructor.
Basic Supply List
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1 spool (19.7ft) of 20 gauge German Wire*
in Silver Plated, Gold Plated or in Copper
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Beads: Assorted glass/stone/shell/crystal beads in
various sizes and colors 2mm-8mm
*German Wire is plated Copper Wire
Tool List
Round Nose Pliers, Flat Nose Pliers, Diagonal
Cutters, Chain Nose Pliers
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Session Four Tools:
SmBall-Peen
Hammer & Metal Bench-block, Jump ring Mandrels & Ring Mandrel
some classroom tools will be available for sharing |