New class: Peyote Bezel Stitch: Students will apply even count peyote stitch using 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads to encase a round or oval cabochon of your choice. Students should have experience with peyote stitch, as this is an intermediate class. Class time: 4 hours, Class fee: $45 + materials. Please call to register for [...]
Unique Designs by artist Michael Dennis We are so pleased to have local artist Michael Dennis to teach us how to create using cold connections and metal. Learn to use rivets, eyelets and jump rings with the appropriate tools. Cut your metal, texture and apply a patina to your finished piece. Discussions to [...]
Guest Instructor: Mike Dennis Cold Connections Level 2: This class builds off information learned in Mike’s level 1 class using more complicated techniques and finishes. Class will include but not be limited to folding, making jump rings (using jewelers saw), different riveting techniques, texturing and more complex assembling of pieces. You are encouraged to bring [...]
Precious Metal Clay advanced class: Join us in our design studio, with guest instructor Barb Hance, for another great PMC class! Barb has been crafting precious metal clay designs for many years and as a returning instructor we are delighted to see this new advanced class. Prior PMC experience is a pre-requisite to make a [...]
Gemstones seem to be all the rage these days. Are you curious about the deeper meaning of the stones you wear? Are you drawn to a particular crystal or stone, but don’t know why? This is a pseudo introductory class for anyone interested in learning more about the healing properties of gemstones. Topics covered include-how [...]
Introduction to Metal Fusing Join us and guest instructor Tricia Hall and learn the the process of Metal Fusing, the no-fuss version of Metalsmithing. Students will heat fine silver with a hand held torch to fuse the wire to create closed links. Link your links to create a unique bracelet. No prerequisites for this class. Great [...]