Stix & Stones 9:00 - 4:30 Monday Diane Cook $145
Student Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Type of Workshop: Project
Prerequisite: None
Viking Knit is one of the oldest forms of knitting, and is a looping technique that preceded traditional knitting by centuries. I find it to be most relaxing in its repetitiveness. In this class you will try your hand at this ancient art form by designing a chosen length of Viking Knit chain to be used as the base for a modern day charm bracelet. And, for a bit of a twist, I will share how to incorporate tiny seed beads into your Viking Knit.
Once your chain is complete, you’ll be able to add bits & pieces of rhinestone this & that. What is this & that, you might ask? Rhinestone dangles taken from vintage earrings, bits from a vintage bracelet, various rhinestone charms, tiny keys, monopoly pieces, religious medals, watch faces, rhinestone connectors…or how about once removed necklace clasps, long ago put away in a safe place for use at another time?
I will also share how to design some fun “stixs” to add to your bracelet, using 2 gauges of wire, along with a simple, yet elegant, clasp.
If you’re like me, you’ll find yourself wearing this bracelet every time you get the chance.Materials Fee:$20 includes the following supplies and use of tools provided by the teacher:
Viking Knit Kit (Draw Plate/Dowels/Template)
Brass Wire, 24 gauge, 4’
Mini Hardware
End Caps, Antiqued Bronze, Copper or Silver Plate
Masking Tape
Patina Solutions & Disposable GlovesStudent should bring:
Jewelers Bronze, Brass or Copper Wire, 24-26 gauge (20’ will make a chain approx. 7” long)
Jewelers Bronze, Brass, Sterling Silver or Copper Wire, 20-22 gauge, approx. 6-8’
Jewelers Bronze, Brass or Copper Wire, 12 gauge, approx. 4”
Flat Jewelry File, #2 Cut
Foam Sanding Block or Pad, Fine Grit
Metal Hole Punch Pliers, 1.8mm
Pliers, Chain-Nose, Flat-Nose, Round-Nose, Flat-Nose & Nylon Jaw
Bailing Pliers (9mmx7mm)
Ball Pean Hammer
Center Punch, 5/32” or ¼” (not automatic)
Steel Bench Block
Bench Pad, Rubber Bench Block or Small Towel
Center Punch
Flush Cutters
Permanent Marker, Black Ultra-Fine
Ruler or Tape Measure
Pencil (with an eraser)
Various vintage charms & baubles, rhinestone pieces, earring dangles, monopoly pieces, tiny keys, rhinestone connectors, bracelet parts, religious medals, watch faces or etc.Optional Supplies:
Gemstones, Pearls, or Other Types of Beads
Seed Beads (to weave into Viking Knit, but must be 1-2mm)
Oval Jump Rings, Open (to attach charms, or use 20-22 gauge wire previously listed, to wire wrap)
Power Max Flush Cutters or Fat Daddy Cutters
Work Light, (battery operated suggested or bring an extension cord)
Optivisors (if needed)
Beading Mat
Needle FilesIf you'd like to place an advance order for supplies & tools for pick up at the on-site store when you arrive at AU, contact: The Occasional Artist - Email your order to: theoccasionalartist@cox.net or call 623-847-2215
Questions? Email Diane at rosajosies@yahoo.com
Website: www.rosaandjosies.net
