Class Descriptions

Byzantine Sunburst Necklace with Colin Mahler

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Create this unique necklace centerpiece using a combination of chainmail techniques. Complete your necklace with finished chain and embellish it with your favorite beads.

Knowledge of the Byzantine link is helpful, but not required.

Offered: Sunday, September 28th.

Three-in-One Chain with Iris Sandkühler

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The beauty of these three designs are that they use exactly the same links and they are cold assembled. Students will have time to make samples of the “Hidden Hearts, ” “Maui Waves,” and “Opposites Attract” links. In addition, instructions for the clasps will be included.

Offered: Saturday, September 27th.

Leaf Drop Earrings with Lisa Claxton

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These earrings are not only beautiful to behold but they work up quickly and the techniques can be used to create countless component embellishments. At the top of the earring is a delicate woven wire cap designed to showcase the semi-precious stone beads below that are wrapped with fine wire to the inside of the frame.

Offered: Saturday, September 27th.

Angelina Collier Earrings with Rachel Nelson Smith

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Learn to bend and embellish the sensationally simple wire components to make these impressive earrings. Use glass gemstones crystals or a mix of them all.

Prerequisite: The ability to create basic 20-gauge loops and 24-gauge wrapped loops.

Offered: Sunday, September 28th.

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Last updated Sunday, April 13th, 2008