May-June 2012 Class Schedule

 All Knotted Up
Saturday, May 5th, 11:00-1:00

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

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, June 9th, 11:00-1:00

Cost: $32
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

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

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

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

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.