May-June 2012 Class Schedule
Saturday, June 2nd, 11:00-1:00
Cost: $32
Required Materials Kit: $14
This
class is "knot" difficult! You will learn to make a unique necklace
using colorful silk thread and a variety of fresh water pearls and
semi-precious stones. The size of this class is limited to 6 people.
Basic Wire Working
Saturday, May 5th, 3:00-5:00
Saturday, June 2nd, 3:00-5:00
Cost: $32
Required Materials Kit: $20
Cost: $32
Required Materials Kit: $20
This
class begins with an introduction to different types of wire and common
tools. Learn hands-on basic wire working techniques such as a simple
loop and a wire wrapped loop. Use your new skills to create a beautiful
pearl necklace and earring set to wear home. The size of this class is
limited to 4 people.
Earring Basics
Saturday, May 12th, 11:00-1:00
Saturday, May 12th, 11:00-1:00
Saturday, June 9th, 11:00-1:00
Cost: $32
Required Materials Kit: $20
Required Materials Kit: $20
Learn
basic earring making techniques and leave with three distinctly
different pairs. The earrings will be composed of sterling silver
findings adorned with pearls, semi-precious and Czech glass beads. The
size of this class is limited to 6 people.
Personalized Charm Necklace
Saturday, May 26th, 3:00-5:00
Saturday, June 30th, 11:00-1:00
Cost: $40
Materials: not included
Cost: $40
Materials: not included
Just
in time for Mother's Day! This beautiful necklace features a hammered
circular charm holder that can be embellished with the birthstones and
charms of your choice. This can be suspended from a leather cord with an
adjustable sliding knot closure. The charm holder is easily opened and
closed by hand so the look of your necklace can be endlessly changed or
added to. A variety of techniques will be taught in this class including
wrapped loops, briolette wraps, hammering, and adjustable sliding
knots.
Leather Wrap Bracelet
Saturday, May12th, 3:00-5:00
Saturday, June 16th, 11:00-1:00
Cost: $45
Materials: not included
You've
probably seen them in designer catalogs and boutiques and they cost a
fortune! Now you can learn to make these stylish bracelets yourself for a
fraction of the price. Each student will choose their own beads,
leather cord and button closure. This doubled bracelet can even be worn
as a short necklace!
Five Minute Wire Ring
Saturday, May 26th, 11:00-12:00
Saturday, June 9th 3:00-4:00
Cost: $20
Materials: not included
Materials: not included
Learn
the easiest, fastest and cheapest way to make a ring. The materials for
a sterling silver version only cost about $4 and the most difficult
part may be choosing which bead to use next! ...but why choose? Make a
ring for every finger! The size of this workshop is limited to 6
students.
Basic Stringing
Sunday, May 13th, 2:00-3:00
Sunday, June 10th, 2:00-3:00
Cost: FREE
Materials: not included
This
class is catered towards beginners only. You will learn the basics of
stringing and clasping a beaded bracelet using an array of Bumble Beads
baubles! Materials are NOT included. Call to reserve your seat. Quick!
Only 5 spots available.
Wire Wrapped Cabochon
Saturday, June 16th, 3:00-5:00
Cost: $55 per student
Cost: $55 per student
Materials: not included
Create
a stunning and functional wire frame for a cabochon (a flat-backed
stone without a hole). This technique can accommodate any shape stone
and be embellished with spirals, scrolls, and even beads! Basic Wire
working is a prerequisite to this class. This class will accommodate up
to 4 students.
Calder Pendant
Saturday, June 30th, 3:00-5:00
Cost: $45
Materials: not included
Cost: $45
Materials: not included
Encase
a special stone in a lovely, scalloped frame of heavy gauge wire.
Inspired by the incredible work of Alexander Calder, this fun and
flexible wire-wrapping technique accommodates a bead of almost any size
or shape. You could also take a cue from Calder himself and encase
something unexpected like a beautiful fragment of broken pottery.
Whatever you choose, this technique will surely become a treasured
addition to you jewelry-making repertoire.