Jewelry Making Classes
Below you will find classes we offer in various jewelry making and their descriptions.
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	PMC 101 Simply Charming Instructor:  Lydia Johns Learn the basics of working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC).  This class is an introduction to shaping, texturing and finishing pieces made with this fascinating material.  We will be making simple pieces that will be rolled out, textured, shaped, dried and prepared for firing.  Firing will also be discussed.  We will be using various finishing techniques to finish up our creations after firing. Click here to see pictures of examples of the pieces that will be created. Click here to see class photos. One day class on Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm Tuition:  $195 (all tools & supplies provided) August 28, 2010
	PMC 102 Settings and Bails Instructor:  Lydia Johns Pre-requisite for this class is PMC 101  – Simply Charming   Stepping it up a notch from the basics of working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC), this class focuses on setting stones and glass into PMC settings and creating interesting PMC bails for your pieces.  We will begin working with setting CZ gems, applying and building bezels, and working with dimensional aspects – no basics will be taught. Click here to see the pictures of examples of the pieces that will be created. One day class on Saturdays, from 9:00am-4:00pm Tuition:  $195 (all tools & supplies provided) October 23, 2010
	PMC Ring Ring a Bling Bling! Instructor:  Lydia Johns Come design your own ring using PMC+ and an incredible embeddable prong setting!  Lydia Johns will teach you how to build a ring and then set a faceted stone on your creation.  It is a whole lot easier than it looks.  We will cover building a basic ring, texturing your ring band, creating sunken settings, and making sure your ring fits after it is fired.  Each student will create at least one finished ring in class. There is enough clay provided (28gr.) to make 3 rings like the ones pictured!   Click here to see photos. One day class on Saturdays, from 9:00am-4:00pm Tuition $195 September 4, 2010
	Intermediate PMC  Garden Window Pendant Instructor:  Vickie Hallmark This class teaches the techniques for combining small glass paintings with fine silver to create one-of-a-kind jewelry.  In this class, students use finely ground glass enamels, draw outlines onto slips of glass, bring them to life with color, and kiln fire to make the artwork permanent.  Once the painting is created, it will be embedded in the silver clay window pendant.  There will be experimenting with a variety of advanced technical skills:  planning for shrinkage, using molds, controlling glass and metal reactions, decorating with hand-formed elements, syringe work, and pre-firing components for later assembly.  Students may prepare their own small drawings or utilize one from an assortment provided by instructor. One day class on Saturdays, from 10:00am-5:00pm Lunch will be provided. Tuition:  $195 (all tools & supplies provided) Call to be added to the interest list.
	Fine Silver Fusing Class  Instructor: Gwen Youngblood In this class you will learn the basics of Fine Silver Fusing.  You will make your own headpins and develop the skills necessary to construct a bracelet from fused fine silver links. We will fuse the links and shape them into circle, oval, square and heart shaped links.  We will use multiple techniques to texture the links.  Options for joining the links to form a bracelet will be covered along with two methods for forming your own clasp.  We will look at ways to patina and polish your links.  You can decorate your bracelet with beads and/or charms using the headpins you will make in class.  There will also be time to explore earring design ideas. Click here to see examples of pieces created in class. Click here to see pictures from a previous class. One day class on Saturdays, from 10:00am-4:30pm Tuition:  $150 (all necessary tools & supplies provided. Bring your own beads for embellishments.) Call to be added to the interest list.
	Rock n Roll Necklace Gwen Youngblood Learn the basics of Fine Silver Fusing and Riveting.  Learn to connect your fused links to form a chain, cut texture and drill sheet metal to create the embellishments for your necklace.  Learn to make headpins and how to use them for riveting, as well as traditional wire rivets.  Add that last bit of bling by riveting a bezel cup to the centerpiece and setting a gemstone.  Finally, attach your embellished chain to leather cord and wear your Rock ‘N Roll Necklace home. One day class, Saturday, 9:00am-4:00pm $165 October 16, 2010
	Jewelry with a Bang  Instructor: Lydia Johns & Gwen Youngblood Have you ever had a day where you just wanted to hit something with a hammer?  Well, don’t let that moment be destructive!  Come learn how to use that urge to create awesome pieces of metal jewelry. We have a whole day together to learn shaping, stamping, cold metal connections, and patina techniques using brass and copper sheet metal.  You will take plain sheets of metal and work them into your own creative pieces.  You can form earrings, pendants, bracelets, and even rings! Be sure to wear an old shirt because this is a messy class! We will be bringing tools for you to use during the class, however if you already have these materials, you might want to bring them along: Steel bench block Metal hole punch Patterned hammers Metal Stamps Center punch Chain nose pliers Round nose pliers Chasing hammer Dapping block Polishing cloth Patina Solutions Metal Shears Patterns for tracing Click here for class agenda and examples of pieces that can be created.   One Day Class on Saturdays, from 9:00am-4:00pm Tuition: $125   Call to be added to the interest list.
	Time for Cold connections Gwen Youngblood A sampler of cold connections forms a one-of-a-kind watchband. Learn to cut, texture and drill the base pieces of the band. Learn to form and attach the embellishments. Learn to use traditional wire rivets, make and use headpins for riveting, and cut and use tube rivets. Add some extra bling by riveting a bezel cup and setting a gemstone. Also explore the use of a fast-curing resin to add extra interest and texture to your watchband. Attach the clasp and wear your creation home! One day class, Saturday, 9:00am-4:00pm $165 September 18, 2010