Class Descriptions

Fused and Stackable Rings with Iris Sandkühler - CANCELED

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Fusing is an ancient technique used to connect precious metals permanently. Cleaner, faster, and less toxic than soldering, it is a great introduction to torch work. Already know how to use a torch? Come and further your fire manipulation skills. Besides fusing, students will also learn how to: measure for rings, explore various hammering techniques to create surface texture, stretch metal, punch holes, and wire wrap. Explore/discuss various polishing options. BYOB: bring/buy your own beads for embellishment choices.

Offered: 7pm-9pm Friday, September 10th at the Beading Frenzy. (Transportation provided.)

Freeform Dapped Bead with Kate Richbourg

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Learn to make a great bead that is perfect to use as a centerpiece or stands alone. Either way, it will make a statement! Students will make a stamped and dapped bead that is tube riveted together. Then decorate the edge rim of the bead with free-form wire wrapped beads. No prior metalworking experience is required.

Offered: 7pm-9pm Friday, September 10th at the Crowne Plaza.

"FAN-tastic" Pendant with Randi Samuels

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Learn how to use an industrial tube wringer to create this unique fan pendant in copper or silver. Students will explore variations of a simple design. Students will manipulate the folds and dap the form to create the shape, and add a focal bead and wrapped bail.

Offered: 7pm-9pm Friday, September 10th at the Crowne Plaza.

Captive Inverted Roundmaille with Beads with Peita Ramos

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Let Peita show you how to suspend beads inside this interesting chain maille design. For a unique look, you will add your favorite 6mm beads, crystals, or pearls as the central theme of this intricate chain. Your friends will wonder how you got them in there!

Offered: 7pm-9pm Saturday, September 11th at the Crowne Plaza.

Hand-forged Spiral Link Earrings with Rachel Nelson Smith - CANCELED

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Make these beautiful spiraling earrings while learning techniques to shape wire, hammer, and punch holes.

Offered: 7pm-9pm Saturday, September 11th at the Crowne Plaza.

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Last updated Saturday, August 27th, 2010