Fusing Classes |
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Fusing I
(Liana Martin)
6 weeks.
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Learn the fundamentals of kiln forming while creating your own exciting fused and slumped glass pieces. Topics covered include: design, safety, basic fusing concepts, glass compatibility, annealing, volume control, firing schedules, molds used to bend or slump glass, inclusions and other ways to design your glass piece and turn it into a 3-D object. . You will leave with 6 finished projects. No prior experience needed. |
$295 inc. supplies |
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Intro to Dichro
(Liana Martin)
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In this quick two hour class, learn the basics of cutting glass and layering dichroic glass to make a dazzling pendant and cabachon. |
$55 |
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Fusing II
(Liana Martin)
4 weeks
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Add new techniques to your “tool box” from Fusing I by completing 4 projects using stringers, sandblasting, drop rings, frit work and more. |
$195 |
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Dichroic Jewelry
(Liana Martin)
1 day
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Explore the fascinating possibilities using dichroic glass by making your own beautiful pendants, earrings, pins, etc. You will learn the basics of cutting and fusing glass. |
$110 |
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Mica Magic
(Liana Martin)
2 days
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Learn about the metallic magic of micas. This class will teach you how to apply mica to glass, create a stencil using a photosensitive resist, and then sandblast away to achieve your design. No prior experience needed. |
$150 inc. supplies |
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Drawing with Glass
(Liana Martin)
1 day |
Have fun exploring the possibilities of creating pictures using glass stringers and frit. We will use the vitrograph kiln to pull our "drawing lines". Come with a simple drawing to recreate in glass. No prior experience needed. |
$150 inc supplies |
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Vitrograph Kiln
(Liana Martin) |
Students will pull molten glass from a special kiln, forming threads of glass called stringers. These stringers can be used in future fused projects. |
$40 |
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Wild Pattern Bars and Raking
(Liana Martin)
2 days |
Want something different to add to your fused glass project? On the first day create three different pattern bars and a kiln-raked project. Learn how to build and dam the bars in the kiln. On the second day, you will slice them using various saws to use in a final project. Basic fusing experience required. |
$180 |
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Designing your own Art Glass
(Liana Martin)
2 days |
Work with glass powders, frits, stringers and various unconventional tools to create shading, texture, and other design elements. Build a palette of techniques that allows a wide range of painterly effects thru specific in-class exercises, and then apply it to a larger composition. The workshop is suitable for beginning thru advanced kilnworkers as well as artists from other media who want to translate their work into glass. |
$150 |
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Advanced Fused Jewelry
(Liana Martin)
1 day
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This class is geared to those who have taken the fist class of Dichroic Jewelry. Techniques covered include etching, inclusions, foils, lusters and drilling holes. |
$130 |
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Make-a-Plate
(Liana Martin or
Lois White)
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Need a gift or just want to create something functional in glass? Create your own fused and slumped, one-of-a-kind plate in 3 short hours. No experience necessary. |
$95 |
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Woven Glass Bowl
(Liana Martin)
1 day
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Using thin threads of glass, “weave” a pattern into a glass bowl. No experience necessary. |
$95 |
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Torchworked Components
(Liana Martin)
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Learn techniques using a torch to create components for your fused projects. |
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Landscape Art
(Liana Martin)
2 Days
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Design a glass panel using powders, frits, and glass "on edge". Create landscapes of other patterns on the first day, then make a larger panel using your landscape and strips of glass. Methods covered will include using the tile saw, wet belt sander, fiber paper to make dams, firing schedules and cutting of thin glass strips. |
$195 |
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Photo Album Page
(Liana Martin)
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We will transfer your actual photos onto a special paper which will be fused onto a glass "page". Using paints, inks and other techniques to embellish the page to make it personal. |
$50 |
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Fused Windchimes
(Liana Martin or
Lois White) |
Make a beautiful musical garden windchime or mobile. Learn the technique of attaching the "dangles" without drilling. |
$40 |
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Tic Tac Toe
(Lois White) |
Great project for the kids (and grown-ups too). Make a glass tic tac toe board and the colorful pieces to go on it. |
$25 |
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Funny Faces
(Liana Martin or
Lois White) |
Have fun making funny faces or animal faces. |
$40 |
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Wacky Snacky Plate
(Lois White)
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Fusing fun for all ages – from 8 to 88. Get a feel for fusing glass in just one hour. |
$25 |
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Textures in Kiln-Glass
(Liana Martin)
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This intensive workshop will introduce beginning-to-intermediate-level artists to ways that textures can be created in kiln-glass projects. You will first make a model using various objects, then create a plaster-silica mold to cast glass into. Students will find that the methods taught can easily be adapted to fit many types of kiln-forming projects. Wear clothing you don't mind getting messy. |
$195 |
Lampworking Classes |
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Color Reactions
(Barbara Robinson )
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In this Demo Workshop we will explore Color Reactions – what they are, why they work, and how to use them to your best advantage. Topic also covers the use of the various Silver-laden Glasses from Double Helix, Tag and Precision, Silver Leaf and Foil, Enamels and Frits. We will specifically focus on what plays well together and what doesn’t – what not to do, or how to avoid making “Fugly” beads.
Great for beginners, intermediate or advanced level beadmakers – jumpstart your knowledge-base and lift the standard of your own work. |
$60 |
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Fancy Techniques in Lampwork
(Barbara Robinson )
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This is a demonstration by Barb showing techniques that include: using a blow pipe to blow shards, inserting cubic zirconia, glass snipping, baking soda , and encasing silver wire and mesh. Barb is visiting from Australia for only a couple of months. Take the class while she's here. |
$60 |
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Beginning Beads
(Liana Martin)
1 day or 2 evenings |
Make your very own glass beads. This course covers basic flameworking skills using a torch to melt rods of glass into beads. Techniques covered include dots, stringers, twisties, raking, basic shapes and more. |
$140 |
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Floral Beads
(Linda Sherknus)
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Linda shares her techniques in making cane, layering and encasing to create your own flower garden. Bring your tools. Basic lampworking skills and Encasing Class required. |
$140 |
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Mysteries of Double Helix
(Linda Sherknus)
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Frustrated in getting the colors you want? Linda will show you the tricks to getting the colors you want by using either a Hot Head torch or Minor Bench Burner. |
$50 plus supplies |
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Sculptural Fish Beads
(Linda Sherknus)
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One little fishy, two little fishy. Make an aquarium full of fish beads. See how easy it is to make fish scales and twisties to create fun and whimiscal fish. |
$80 |
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Off-Mandrel Flower
(Linda Sherknus)
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Learn to work "off mandrel" to make flower pendants. A different approach using your lampworking skills. |
$50 |
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Sculptural Frogs
(Linda Sherknus)
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Everybody loves Linda's frog beads. She'll show you how she makes them - either on a round bead or a lily pad.
Soon you'll have frogs jumping all around! |
$80 |
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Tuesday Mosaic Madness
(1 day)
(Rosemary Rizzo)
First and third Tuesdays
10 to 5 |
These workshops are for the beginning and advanced student. The Beginning workshop includes a training manual, "Everything you Wanted Know about Mosaics but Were Afraid to Ask", base, materials, adhesives, use of tools and grout. Advanced Workshops topics cover how to create with fiberglass mesh, rigid wrap, styrofoam, concrete and "Bloomin' Fanny Flowers" including a variety of tiles, glass and 'found' objects. All materials, instructions, and tools are provided. |
$150 Beginning Workshop
$95 Advanced Workshops |
Stained Glass Classes |
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Beginning Stained Glass
(Terry Brawley)
6 wks. |
You will receive instruction in the art of stained glass in both copper foil and leaded techniques. Start with an introduction of glass types and work through cutting, grinding, foiling, lead and soldering. Supplies and tools required will be discussed at the first class session. |
$150 plus supplies |
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Kaleidoscope
(Bob Obering)
2 wks. |
Make a beautiful kaleidoscope using the copper foil method. You will learn the construction and assembly along with ideas and this for some decorative soldering. Basic glass cutting skills required. |
$65 plus supplies |
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Stained Glass Box
(Bob Obering)
2 wks. |
Learn how to make a glass box using hinges and the copper foil method using an easy method for the construction. Some decorative soldering techniques will be covered also. Basic knowledge of glass cutting and soldering required. |
$50 plus supplies |
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Panel Lampshade (Bob Obering)
4 wks. |
Create a beautiful stained glass panel lampshade using the copper foil method. Learn how to fit panels together perfectly using the circle method. Students will learn the construction and assembly methods, along with techniques and tips for three dimensional items. Some knowledge and experience with glass cutting and soldering required. |
$120 plus supplies |
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Candle Votive
(Bob Obering)
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Great gift idea for the holidays. Construct a votive using bevels and the copper foil method. |
$50 |
Glass Blowing Classes |
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Paperweights (Kellmis Fernandez)
1 day
Thursdays
9 – 10 a.m. |
Here’s your chance to experience molten glass by making a paperweight without making a big time or money commitment. No experience necessary. |
$75 |
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Beginning Glass Blowing
(Kellmis Fernandez)
6 wks. Wednesdays
9 – 11 a.m |
Complete 3 projects will learning the basic skills of glass blowing. |
$550 |
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Ornaments (Kellmis Fernandez)
1 day |
You can blow 2 to 3 ornaments in this hour long class. No experience required. |
$75 |
PMC Classes |
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PMC Basics
(Linda Matteson)
1 day |
Linda shows you the basics – tools used, types of PMC, firing and finishing. You will take finished fine silver jewelry home with you. |
$95 plus supplies |
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PMC Leaves
(Linda Matteson)
1 day |
Capture real leaves in silver! These make great earrings. Bring your own fresh leaves to work with in class. |
$70 plus supplies |
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PMC Rings
(Linda Matteson)
1 day |
Rings, rings, rings! Make one for every finger – either decorative bands or ones with synthetic stones |
$70 plus supplies |
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PMC and Dichro
(Linda Matteson)
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Using your favorite cabochon and PMC, create a truly unique pendant. |
$95 plus supplies |
Wire Jewelry Classes |
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Cold Connections - Tubing, Capping and Riveting
(Stacy Perry)
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With your own handmade beadcaps and rivets, you can add a whole new dimension to your jewelry designs. In this fun, fast-paced workshop you’ll create your own unique bead caps and learn to how to cap and core lampwork beads. Then, we’ll take some of the mystery out of riveting as you learn different methods for cold-connecting metal. |
$110 plus supplies |
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Decorative Chains
(Stacy Perry) |
So many chains....so little time! Add a new dimension to your wire design repertoire! In this fun 4 hour workshop, you will learn 10 unique chain styles for necklaces and bracelets. Discover how to take an accessory chain design and turn it into a real statement piece!
This workshop focuses on technique, so you will be making just a few inches of each of the styles of chain featured in the tutorial. At home with your new knowlege, you'll be able to create your own masterpieces! |
$65 plus supplies |
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Advanced Wire Bootcamp
(Stacy Perry) |
Want to take your wire and metal jewelry art to the next level? For those of you who have completed the Basic Wire classes or have more advanced wire jewelry making skills and time is at a premium, this fast-paced 8 hour Advanced Wire Jewelry Boot Camp™ workshop is just for you!
Hone your skills! Discover time-saving tricks and techniques. Learn methods to give your jewelry a professional look.
Here are just a few of the skills and techniques we'll cover:
· More specialized wire jewelry making techniques including power coiling, polishing and finishing
· Learn to use a jeweler's hand saw with confidence
· Discussing the use and care of more advanced tools such as flex shafts and rolling mills
· Hammering and Texturizing - different hammers and their uses ....which one's best for you
· Advanced finishing techniques, including "aging" and coloring your jewelry with a patina, polishing options and applying protective coatings |
$125 plus supplies |
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Fold Forming
(Stacy Perry) |
A completely new way of forming, folding and unfolding sheet metal quickly into wonderful 3-D shapes and textures, fold-forming was invented by Charles Lewton-Brain. In this 6 hour workshop, you'll make pendants, cuffs, leaves and earrings from copper sheet metal. Heat patinas will also be discussed and applied to some of your pieces. You'll be working with torches, so for safely, please wear hair up if needed and bring an apron to protect your clothes as this can be a messy workshop! Closed toe shoes are also recommended but not necessary. |
$110 plus supplies |
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Scrumptious Scarf Pins
(Stacy Perry)
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In this fun workshop you'll learn how to make a spring-based pin with a catch, and then add a variety of wiredoodles, beads, pearls or charms to fashion a wonderful scarf or lapel pin. You'll then "age" your jewelry in liver-of-sulfur and polish it to a brilliant shine! These pins are wonderful accessories and they make terrific gifts as well! |
$65 plus supplies |
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Endless Earrings
(Stacy Perry) |
There are endless variations of classic wire jewelry earrings! In this fun and fast-paced half day workshop, you will learn many earring fashion staples: hoops, rectangular hoops, shepherd's hooks, drops, dangles and more! Whether your personal style leans toward contemporary, light and delicate, or earthy and tribal, you'll learn to create a variety of beautiful earrings for any occasion! |
$65 plus supplies |
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Egyptian Coil Bracelet
(Stacy Perry)
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Originally found in the royal tombs of ancient Egypt and dating back some 3,000 years, the timeless Egyptian Coil is still popular in today's jewelry. In this fun half day workshop we will uncover the secret of making this complicated looking yet amazingly simple link with which you will then create a beautiful bracelet in pure copper. You'll also learn the basic technique of adding a patina to give depth and richness to your finished design. |
$75 plus supplies |
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Charmed
(Stacy Perry) |
Stamp, texture, coil and twist a delightfully musical charm bracelet in this oh-so-fun workshop.
A new twist on an old favorite! In this workshop, you'll create a fanciful bracelet with tons of movement! Using copper, silver and brass discs, accents and wire, you'll stamp, texture, fuse, coil and twist a delightfully musical charm bracelet! Using steel lettering sets and design stamps, you can stamp a favorite saying or add a cool texture. The more you add, the more interesting and fun it becomes! |
$95 plus supplies |
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Interchangeable Bead Bangle
(Stacy Perry) |
'Click' and Switch!! Easily switch the tops (or bottoms) of this bracelet to create multiple looks quickly and easily!
This bracelet is the ultimate in versatility! Create a base or two and then make several interchangeable 'toppers'! Switch'em out to suit the season, your outfit or even your mood! Create an array of styles using lampwork beads or freeform wiredoodles. The toppers snap in place in seconds! In this workshop, you'll learn wire twisting, coiling and forging to create your own unique versatile bangle-style bracelets! |
$65 plus supplies |
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Funky Wire Necklace
(Stacy Perry)
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Express yourself! Fun, vibrant and colorful or natural earth tones or a pastel palette. Starting with your favorite beads, you decide the theme and then build a funky necklace using a variety of wireworking techniques in this 6 hour workshop. You'll twist, coil and manipulate copper wire, adding your beads to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wire art jewelry that truly expresses your individuality. If you prefer, you may use Sterling silver wire to use in your design. |
$95 plus supplies |
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Freeform Silver Bangle with Hammered Wire Focal
(Stacy Perry)
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Twist, shape and hammer Sterling silver wire to create this fun freeform style bangle. In this fun half day workshop you will learn how to make a bangle bracelet with a freeform hammered focal, completely from Sterling silver wire. We will discuss various technical components and design elements. You will learn the art of twisting wire, shaping a freeform design, hammering and texturing techniques and adding a patina to your finished design. You'll also learn how to implement variations of the basic design and embellish it to create your own style. With the techniques you learn in this class, you'll soon be creating your own beautiful freeform wire art jewelry. |
$65 plus supplies |
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Wire I
(Stacy Perry) |
In this fun class you will learn the basic wire jewelry techniques needed to design and create your own beautiful wire jewelry! You'll become familiar with the "tools of the trade" and their proper uses. We'll discuss different technical components and design elements, including the use of color. Various finishing techniques will also be covered. Here are some of the skills and techniques you'll learn:
- How to create a basic bangle bracelet
- How to select and add beads and other adornments to create a balanced and aesthetically pleasing design
- Links, links and more links!
- Eye pins, head pins and other connectors
- Twisting and coiling wire
- Making your own jumprings
- How to implement variations from the basic design and embellish it so that you begin to develop your own unique style
- Finishing techniques, including "aging" your jewelry with a patina
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$110 plus $20 supply fee |
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WIRE II
(Stacy Perry)
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Do you want to create beautiful and unique jewelry using wire and beads? If so, then this is the place to be! In Basic Wire I you learned the fundamentals...now it's time to build on those basic skills. In this 6-week class you will learn many of the finer details that will make your jewelry stand out from the ordinary. Learn more advanced links, clasps, wire wrapping techniques and finishes, and take your wire jewelry art to the next level! Here are some of the more advanced skills and techniques you'll learn:
- Punching and dapping — cutting, shaping and forming metal to create charms, discs, bead caps, etc.
- Links, links and more links!
- Letter and design stamping
- Twisting and coiling wire
- More specialized wire jewelry making tools — What? When? How? (You can never have too many tools :) )
- Hammering and texturizing
- Further developing your own unique style, giving your jewelry added panache and flair!
- Advanced finishing techniques, including "aging" and coloring your jewelry with a patina and applying protective coatings
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$110 plus supplies |
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Wire Collage Pendant
(Stacy Perry)
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Express yourself using a variety of wireworking techniques in this 6 hour workshop. You'll twist, coil and manipulate copper wire, adding your beads to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wire art jewelry that truly expresses your individuality. If you prefer, you may uses sterling silver wire to use in your design. A variety of materials will be available for purchase at nominal cost or bring your own. Materials fee will be paid to instructor |
$110 plus supplies |
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Let's Get Wild
(Stacy Perry) |
Take a walk on the wild side! Let your creative muse out of its cage!
In this fun half-day workshop, you'll use a variety of metalworking techniques
to transform shaped blanks cut from pure copper sheet metal into a fabulous
safari themed bracelet. Techniques employed in making your masterpiece include
copper etching, wireworking, metal forming and finishing with a deep rich patina. |
$80 plus supplies |
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ROMANCING THE BEAD!
(Stacy Perry)
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Do you love big, beautiful glass focal beads and want to show them off? If so,
this is just the class for you!!! In this workshop, learn how to weave, coil
and wrap that wire to best show off those exquisite focal beads. Learn two
different techniques for dressing up your large glass focals turning them into
beautiful wearable art!. The one is a wrapped coil for beads with center holes
and the other is for showcasing those cabochons, like dichroic glass. |
$95 plus supply fee |
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THE ART OF THE PATINA
(Stacy Perry)
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In this frequently requested workshop, you'll learn all about the patina and how to add an oxidized finish to silver, copper, brass and bronze. What turns the metal brown, black, blue, red or green? How can I give my jewelry a professional finish? In this fast-paced 2 hour class, you'll learn to add the patina finish you desire with simple step-by-step proven techniques.
Please feel free to bring along a few jewelry pieces that you'd like to patina during the workshop.
Your workshop fee includes a written take-home patina "recipe" list with photos. |
$45, plus $20 MATERIALS FEE |
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THE ART OF HAMMERING
(Stacy Perry)
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How are those beautiful textures applied to jewelry pieces? Why am I getting marks on the metal I'm hammering? How do I get a smoother finish? What are all those different hammers for anyway? You'll learn the answers to these frequently asked questions and more in this fun and potentially noisy worksop!
Your workshop fee includes a written take-home hammer list with photos and recommended usages. |
$65, plus $5 MATERIALS FEE |
Other Fun Stuff |
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Morton System Glass Cutting
(Bob Obering)
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Bob will teach you what do with all those pieces in the Morton System. You will cut hexagons, octagons, diamonds, triangles and various strips. Helpful to use with your stained glass or fusing projects |
$30 |
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Glass Painting (Joanne McPartlin)
2 days |
Learn the simple techniques to paint a rose on glass. Joanne covers different paint strokes and materials needed to personalize your glassware. |
$40 |
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Open Studio
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The open studio is designed for those with fusing experience. Bring your own glass cutting tools and have access to most of our studio equipment. We will be happy to provide brief guidance on your project or to suggest the appropriate firing schedule, however the Open Studio fee does not include instruction. Firing fees additional. |
$20 |
