Weaving Metal Wire Structures - Ancient Techniques on New Frontiers $70
Susan Lenart Kazmer  
Student Level: All (prior knowledge of jewelry tools and use of them helpful)  
Type of workshop: Project  

In this hands on workshop learn the age old technique of weaving, but with wire. Learn many ways to incorporate this skill into your jewelry designs. Create rings, bracelets, necklaces or body forms. Learn to anneal wire for suppleness. Hand hammering techniques to create square or flat wire. Finish at least one piece.

Kit fee of $16.00 payable to instructor at classtime includes: copper wire, handout and expendables.

Supply list:
Anvil
Hammer needle nose round
chain nose pliers
wire snips
tin snips
a bottle or container to shape your weaving around (preferably glass) to the size that you would like your finished piece to be. For example, a ring would require the thin throat area on a wine bottle.

Questions? Email Susan at susanlenartkazmer@roadrunner.net
Website: www.susanlenartkazmer.net

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