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I'm pleased to announce a class I've wanted to share with you for some time, but have been patiently waiting and collecting vintage sterling silver book marks in anticipation of doing so. I wear this delicate necklace so often; I just know you will love making one for yourself.
I began by using a vintage sterling silver book mark I had received in a bead soup exchange, some years back. Then, I added some beautiful vintage glass lined tube beads, crystal rondells, tiny freshwater pearls, and vintage rhinestone buttons...along with some lovely feminine chain.
And, wouldn't you know it?
I added a vintage rhinestone brooch to the top, in cold-join fashion, of course!
I'd love it if you'd join me, as we stitch together your very own Romantic Mark!
I will also have the following for sale in the classroom:
- Vintage Glass Mercury Lined Tube Beads from the Czech Republic (1950s), 12mmx4mm (22-gauge wire fits thru these)
- Rhinestone Rondells, 4mm (oxidized)
- Chain, Nice Variety
- Vintage Rhinestone Brooches, earrings, shoe or dress clips
- Chandelier Prisms, small
Kit/Materials Fee (payable to instructor at class time): - will be determined by the vintage sterling silver book mark you choose in the classroom, or decide to saw one out in advance, I can send a couple of template patterns prior to class for you to do so!!! I have beautiful S. Kirk & Son, Reed & Barton, Lunt, Towle and Wallace Silversmiths. Many are engraved, and some have beautiful Repousse' tops. The price ranges from $30-$55. I will also have a few that are a bit more & are simply gorgeous! If you happen to have one of your own, then you're good to go. Now's the time to use it!
Instructor Provided (for use in-class, and to share): - The following supplies and use of supplies & tools provided by the teacher:
- Beading Pad
- Micro Attachments & Screwdrivers
- Patina Solutions & Clean-up Supplies
- Disposable Gloves
- Fat Daddy Cutters
Student should bring: - Sterling Silver wire (amount will depend on how much wire wrapping you do, possibly 4-6')
- 20-22 gauge Sterling Silver wire, 26-24 gauge
- 1-1/2'-2' (to wrap the small pearls or beads, around the bottom of your book mark) (Please patina wire before coming to class!)
- Foam Sanding Pad or Block, Fine Grit
- Pliers, round-nose, chain-nose, flat-nose, nylon jaw
- Flush Cutters
- Needle Files, #2
- Metal Hole Punch, 1.8mm
- Ball Peen Hammer
- Steel Bench Block & Bench Pad
- Nylon or Rawhide Mallet
- Bailing Pliers (if you decide to make your own hook clasps)
Suggested: - Small flat rhinestone brooch, earring, shoe or dress clip (approx. 2-1/4"x2-1/2", with small holes for attaching)
- Chain, sterling silver, oxidized silver (over brass) or some that you love! I used about 3-4' in mine, as I made three separate chains (one with the book mark), to be worn as a layered look.
- Sterling Silver Wire, 14-16 gauge, 4"-1', or clasps of your choice
- Rhinestone rondells and/or disco balls, 4-8 mm (Please patina before class!)
- Gemstones, Beads or Pearls of choice, 6-8mm
- Small Beads to wrap around the bottom of your book mark (irregular looks best, I think): Freshwater pearls or faceted gemstones, 3-4mm
- Faceted Drop, ex. faceted crystal quartz, chandelier prism, fire or flame ball pearl or baroque pearl or drop pendant (15-20mm)
- Bead Cap (that fits top of drop)
- Flat Back Crystals, 4mm. (ex: Click here)
- Work Light (battery operated suggested or bring an extension cord)
- Optivisors (if needed)
Optional: - If you decide to saw your own book mark at home, you will need:
- Nickel Silver, Brass or Copper Metal, 24 gauge, 2"x3"
- Jewelers Saw & Blades (#5/0, 6/0 or 7/0)
- V-Slot Bench Pin & Clamp
If you'd like to place an advance order for supplies & tools for pick up at the on-site store when you arrive at AM, contact:  - Email your order to: jemco@jemcousa.com or call 800-995-3626.
Questions: rosajosies@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.rosaandjosies.net/
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