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JEWELRY ARTS: METAL SMITH SKILLS / CLASS #1

Instructor:  Janice J. Bailey

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In this basics flat metal class, students will learn basic jewelry designing skills and metal work techniques such as, sawing, filing, texturing, stamping, drilling, cold connections, cleaning and polishing. During this 1 session you will use studio equipment to create 1 to 2 pieces in sterling silver. Additional silver may be purchased from the instructor.  Basic tools and hammers are available for purchase in our design center. 

Class Meets: Saturday  from 11:00 to 5:00 
Class Starts:  February 2, 2008 
Cost: $150.00 (Price includes a File Set to Keep & Sterling Silver sheet for project  

Additional Silver may be purchased from the instructor

 

 

JEWELRY DESIGN: Metal Smith Studio Time         

 

For those students who have already completed Metal smith I & II with Janice, and wish to work independently using our equipment, here's your opportunity.  Janice will be on hand to answer questions and for guidance.  Bring tools and any supplies necessary for your projects (or purchase separately from us)

Open Studio Time: Saturday between 11 am to 3 pm
Class Dates: February 2, 2008 
Cost: $33.00  with shared use of acetylene torch
(scheduled through TLD studio...limited to 2 students)

 

 

 

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JEWELRY ARTS: Metal Smith / bEGINNERS CLASS #2 / #3

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Taught by JANICE J. BAILEY of JJB'S SILVER & MORE. Build on your basic skills by adding soldering and/or annealing techniques used together with hammering and/or the creation of bezels to set stones.  This class should be repeated up to 3 times so that additional torch skills and techniques such as: fitting, framing, weaving may be learned.  Create 1 to 2 pieces in silver during this 2 session class.  (some final cleaning may require additional time in the studio)

Class meets: Saturdays  from 11:00 (includes 1/2 hr break)) to 5:00 on 23rd / 11 to 2 on March 1st 
Class dates:  February 23rd & March 1st
Cost: $135.00+  (metal, stones & findings extra)



Additional studio time available until 6pm both class days. 

Additional Silver may be purchased from the instructor

 

 

 

 

JEWELRY ARTS : METAL SMITH SKILLS / Marriage of Metals  

Taught by JANICE J. BAILEY of JJB'S SILVER & MORE.  2 session class whereby students get a chance to refine their torch skills by "marrying" different metals.  Sterling silver, copper, red brass to name a few.  Students will make 1 pendant or a pair of earrings from start to the final polishing.

Class Meets: Saturdays from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Class Starts: TBA 
Cost: $170.00 Class fee + Metals & Supplies
Additional Silver may be purchased from the instructor 

 

JEWELRY ARTS:  Wire Working / Twisted Wire Bangle

Instructor: Julie Rose Keiser

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Make a cool, chunky bangle bracelet during this 3 hour class.  Learn how to make the twisted wire components that you add to your collection of unique charms, lampwork (and other) beads....all items are carried on a chunky wire core that is the base of the bangle.  Learn how to create your own professional connector (clasp)  that is also decorative.

Class Meets: Saturday from 3pm to 6pm
Class Date:  February 2, 2008 
Cost: $40.00+  

  **misc. beads and findings are available in our  "bead store drawers" 


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JEWELRY ARTS: WIRE WORKING / BEGINNER TECHNIQUES

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Janice Bailey of JJB Silver & More will present several different techniques in wire wrapping, knotting and chaining.  It is possible to create 1 to 2 finished pieces during this 3 hour class. You may create pins, earrings, necklace, pendant or bracelet.  10 feet of copper wire provided but students should bring a selection of beads. (a great class for using your own Lampwork Beads!)

Class Meets:  Saturday from 3pm to 6pm
Class date:  March 1, 2008
Cost: $40.00+ 

Other materials and supplies are available, ask to see our "Bead Store Drawers"

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JEWELRY ARTS: metal links / CHAINMAILLE         

 

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 Instructor:  Patty Pulliam
Create your own European 4-in-1 Bracelet with Custom Clasp during this daylong workshop.  Using ancient techniques, students will learn how to weave (link) sterling silver rings together to form a slinky bracelet.  Student will also learn how to construct a custom clasp using sterling wire and a bead. Materials and tools to use during class will be provided. Bring a lampwork or other bead to use in the clasp.

Class meets: Sunday  11:00 to 5:00
Class Dates:   March 9, 2008
Cost: $145 (includes silver materials)

 

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JEWELRY ARTS: METAL SMITH / Decorative Bead Capping  

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Taught by JANICE J. BAILEY of JJB'S SILVER & MORE.  A beginner level class (no prior metal experience needed) in the technique of capping beads which is geared toward lampworkers but anyone with special beads can join in this class.  Capping beads is a riveting technique (no solder or adhesive) that attaches sterling silver domes (caps) on each side of a focal bead creating a finished professional look.  Students will complete 1 to 2 simple capped beads and go on to learn how to stamp, pierce or hammer the silver caps before forming and attaching to beads. Students should bring a variety of beads with 1/8" holes that have gently domed ends (no cone shaped or pointed ends).  Wear comfortable working clothes to class.Class fee includes silver caps for 2 beads and 1 silver tube (which is likely long enough to cap 4 beads)

Class Meets: Saturday from 10:00 to 3:00
Class Date:   TBA 
Cost: $98.00
(Fee reflects current  Silver Retail Prices)

additional silver caps may be purchased separately (2 per bead)

 

   

JEWELRY ARTS: METAL SMITH SKILLS - CHAIN MAKING

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Taught by Janice J Bailey of JJB's Silver & More.  You must have experience in soldering to take this class.   This class will advance your cutting, shaping and soldering skills in the creation of  your own professionally finished, silver linked chain with clasp.  Make a short chain for a bracelet or a longer one for a necklace.  This is a 2 session class.  Home work will be required between classes.   The first meeting is for the designing and planning of your chain.  Session 2 is for the assembly and soldering portion of the process using studio equipment or your own if you have the tools and want to bring them. Suggested Reading:  "Creative Silver Chains" by Chantal Lise Saunders (available in the design center)

Planning Class meets: Saturday, TBA  from 2pm to 4pm & 

Soldering Class Meets: Saturday, TBA from 11am to 5pm   
Cost: $140 + sterling silver supplies based on project choice (from $40 for bracelets to $65 for necklace)

 

JEWELRY ARTS : METAL SMITH SKILLS / BANGLE MAKING 

Taught by JANICE J. BAILEY of JJB'S SILVER & MORE.  Create 1 to 2 sterling silver bangle bracelets during this day long workshop. No previous metal smith experience is needed.  Use studio equipment while learning how to measure, cut, file, stamp (if desired) shape, solder and polish you piece.  Materials cost will depend on the thickness and weight of silver chosen.

Class Meets: Wednesday from 11am to 5:00pm
Class Starts:  TBA
Cost: $100.00 Class fee + silver
Additional Silver may be purchased from the instructor
 


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PRECIOUS METAL CLAY - (PMC) Spinner Ring  (Intermediate/Advanced)

Instructor:  Hattie Sanderson:  Senior Instructor for PMC / Creator of Metal Clay Instructional DVD's / Creator of Hattie's Patties  


 
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Create a fabulous show piece ring that has spinning parts! Expand and refine your metal clay skills as you learn techniques in cylinder bead building, design, and how to create comfortable, wide band ring shanks using Hattie’s ring making techniques. Put it all together to create your one-of-a-kind masterpiece ring! Unleash your artistic expression as you are guided step by step through this fast-paced, fun and challenging workshop! Class fee includes a project kit. Students provide their own tools, PMC products and a Multi-Mandrel™.*

 

Class fee includes a project kit. Students provide their own tools and PMC products.*

Class Meets: Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Class Starts: 
March 8, 2008 
Cost: $200
(register before February 1st, pay $180)

 


 

 

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PRECIOUS METAL CLAY - (PMC) Exotic Essence Vessel Pendant   (Intermediate/Advanced)

class cancelled ** 

 

Instructor:  Hattie Sanderson:  Senior Instructor for PMC / Creator of Metal Clay Instructional DVD's / Creator of Hattie's Patties  


 
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In this exciting class you will sharpen and expand your skills as you use both wet and dry construction techniques to create a beautiful vessel in your choice of designs. Next, make a functional stopper lid to complete your stunning wearable work of art that will hold your favorite essential oil. Basic beading techniques will be covered as well. This class is fast-paced, fun and challenging!

Class fee includes a project kit. Students provide their own tools and PMC products.*

Class Meets: Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Class Starts: 
TBA 
Cost: $200

 

 

 


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Metal Smith I

Pendant by Trisha Simmons

   

3 pr of earrings made by Cathy Ecker

 

(l) by Nikole S. (r) by Sue R.

 

By student Julia

 

Metal II/III : Bezel Set Stones 

    

 by student Shelah S

 

By Cheri J

Julia Frey solders her bracelet

Metal II/III

    Gold Wedding bands by Mary Fierce

      



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