It's Complicated 6:30 - 9:30 Saturday and 9 - 4 Sunday  
  Julie Haymaker $205    


Student Level:
Intermediate
Type of Workshop: Process and Project
Prerequisite: Soldering experience would be helpful

 

This is a 9 hour workshop.

This class is all about learning many basic jewelry-making techniques including some very unique cold construction techniques, simple beginner soldering techniques and intricate wire wrapping. The unique cold construction techniques allow you to create a larger piece, full of detail, all made possible because it is very, very lightweight.

Starting with a classic, easy sweat soldering process - using a torch, a brass disc, a copper tube and pipe cutter we'll create the  bezel. Intricate wire wrapping and twisting, beading and doming will all lend a unique style and look to your necklace.

Since some students will not complete the chain in class, a private link to my online Vimeo will be provided so that you can finish creating  your chains at home. All the material for the chain will be included in the kit plus each student will also be given a hand-dyed silk ribbon with copper sewn edging as an optional "chain".

Materials fee: $26 payable to Instructor at class time includes:
Gem stones and beads
Wires in various gauges
Metals
Pewter
Brass disc 
Copper tube
Adhesive
Lace 
Clay
Pins 
Silk ribbon
Head pins
Link to vimeo "how to"
Plus the use of Instructor's tools:
Torches
Fuels
Flux
Solder blocks 
Files  
Tube cutters 
Scissors
Pliers
Patina solutions
Steel wool
Forming  tools

Student should bring:
Any tools that you already have if you prefer not to share those provided by Instructor.


Questions? email Julie at juliehaymaker@me.com
Website: blissbee.net


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: www.jemcousa.com - Email your order to: jemco@jemcousa.com or call 800-995-3626.