Caged Wire Wrap

Thursday $65  
  Melanie Schow 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm    

Student Level:Beginner - Advanced Beginner
Type of Workshop: Project

 

A wire wrap designed to capture your special treasures – make a pendant from objects without a hole.  This design traps your favorite rock, shell, fossil, marble or found object in a cage of wire.  Learn to make a double bail, and simple embellishments to finish the project.  Although the class is labeled for the beginner, if you have been frustrated trying to capture a three dimensional piece for use in jewelry, you will appreciate having this design in your repertoire.

Optional Kit fee of $35 payable to Instructor at class time includes 18, and 22 gauge sterling silver wire and one Artist’s marble

If not purchasing the kit, students must bring:

  • 3 feet   18 gauge dead soft sterling silver or copper wire
  • 1 foot   22 gauge dead soft sterling silver or copper wire
  •  A large marble 1 – 1.25” in diameter (size is important because of the amount of wire designated)

Note : Artist’s marbles will be available for purchase in the classroom

Tool List (all students must bring):

  • Round nose pliers
  • Long round nose pliers
  • Chain nose pliers
  • Flat nose pliers
  • Flush cutter
  • Ruler
  • Work surface
  • Task lamp with extension cord and magnification if needed

Questions? Email Melanie at bendwire@aol.com
Website: www.bendwire.com