INTRO TO SILVERSMITHING Get all the information needed to set up a metalsmithing workspace that will enable you to complete basic jewelry projects with non-ferrous metals such as silver, copper, and brass. Class will cover suggested tools and safety instruction for basic metal work 'without the use of solder'. You will choose your own class project but demonstrations will include sawing flat silver sheet, forging wire, sanding, doming, stamping, piercing and finishing. Flexible shafts will be provided for use in workshop, as well as copper for practice work. Flat sheet silver and wire will be available for purchase for a final project. You may optionally bring beads (hole size at least capable of stringing 0.018inch diameter wire) which can be incorporated into a pair of earrings. Time permitting you may be able to also complete small projects such as beading wire (making headpins), preparing bracelet/necklace clasps, making bead caps, cutting out charms/pendants and constructing earring wrapped loops. Students will purchase a supplies kit of materials needed for class from the instructor for an estimated cost of $20. CLASS CODE: 8B-780
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SILVER EARRINGS Starting with raw silver wire/sheet you’ll complete a pair of contemporary sterling-silver earrings in either of two designs provided by the instructor. Techniques covered will include sawing flat-sheet silver, forging wire, filing, piercing, doming, and finishing. Pending available time you may attempt other small projects such as beading wire (making headpins), preparing bracelet/necklace clasps and earring wrapped loops. This class is for beginners or intermediate level students who may need a refresher in basic metal working techniques. Tools will be provided for use in the workshop. Students will purchase a supplies kit of materials for class from the instructor for an estimated cost of $10. CLASS CODE: 8B-800 |
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