• Willow Earrings & Pendant

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    Willow Earrings and Pendant

    Level
    Beginner
    Session
    2, 1 hour sessions, on-line
    Description
    A little stone setting, a little soldering, a little forging. Put it all together and the result will be a stunning pair of earrings that will shimmer and impress everyone. Enough materials will be provided for a pair of earrings and a pendant, however students will need to provide their own silver solder and flux. Classes are conducted via Zoom, recordings are available. To participate register at The Urban Beader.

    Tools

    Tools required to complete project.
    • Bench Block

      Steel or Anodized aluminum - Used as a hammering surface for metal stamping or working with metal.
    • Chasing Hammer

      Used for chasing/moving metal. In my classes chasing hammers are used to create hammer marks on metal and riveting. Instructor will provide for every class needed.
    • Hand Tools

      Basic hand tools – Any quality is appropriate for my classes. These do not need to be high end or expense.

      • Round nose - Typically it is preferred that the round nose be a fine tip. Especially for classes with detailed wire work.
      • Chain/needle nose – Tapered jaws for general metal and wire work. Non-serrated are requested for all of my classes. Typically requested for classes to be used for opening and closing jump rings; in which case, 2 pairs are requested or a combination of chain nose and flat nose is suitable.
      • Flat nose – Similar to chain nose but the jaws are not tapered. Non-serrated are requested for all of my classes.
         
    • Tool Magnifier or Optivisor

      Magnifier or Optivisor

      – For almost all classes this is listed as an “As Needed” tool. If you have sight challenges it is recommended that you are properly prepared. For advance stone setting classes this is required! If you decide to use reading glasses consider better than 2.5x.


    • Needle File Set

      Used for filing smaller pieces of metal and tight places. When required, either diamond coated or fine tooth is preferred. Some students may prefer to use smaller files as opposed to the student files for their projects.
    • Metal Ruler

      6" metal ruler is preferred unless otherwise noted. A larger one will also work, however, it may be a little cumbersome.
    • Tool Setting Burnisher

      Setting Bunisher

      Concaved punches used to set stones.

    • Side Cutters

      Also known as wire cutters or snippers. For many of my classes I prefer Ultra Flush side cutters because it eases the workload. Ultra flush is the most flush you can buy as opposed to just flush cutters. If you don't own a pair of Ultra Flush cutters, you may want to invest in a good pair either Lindstrom or Swanstrom. There is usually not a different in price between ultra and just flush cutters so why not just buy the best? The image shows just a side cutter (top) and ultra flush (bottom).
    • Soldering Kit

      (Optional) 
      Items in this Soldering Kit will be provided for use during the class. If you are interested in ordering a kit please click on the image. Kit includes: Butane torch, butane, 1 tube solder paste, fire tweezers, copper tweezers, Sparex, tripod with mesh, flux, soldering board. (Note: kit will be delivered at class. If you require the kit prior to class please contact us to make arrangements.

    • Student Files

      Standard size is 2/o. For filing metal. . Instructor will provide to share for every class needed.
  • Wishes - Interlocking Rings

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    Wishes - Interlocking Rings

    Level
    Beginner
    Session
    3 hours
    Description
    Learn to solder interlocking rings to create this classic ring design. Students will have the choice of making a mixed metal ring or all sterling silver ring.

    Tools

    Some tools will be provided by the instructor. Please refer to your registration.
    • Tool Flex Shaft

      Flex shaft

      Rotary tool used for polishing, drilling, finishing, etc. Flex shafts are available for purchase new and gently used at the class. Pleased contact the instructor if are interested in purchasing one at the class as quantities are limited. 
    • Heavy Duty Cutters

      Although any heavy duty cutter will work, if they are flush, they will make your work a lot easier. Cutter should be able to cut through 10g wire. (Many cutters imprint their cutting capacity on the inside of the handle.) Keiba and Xuron are recommended.
    • Household hammer

      Any hammer that is at least 8 oz. or heavier to be used with metal stamps. It does not need to be brass. However, a Stamping hammer would be perfect!
    • Tool Magazine pages

      Magazine Pages

      Magazine pages of any kind – Take your pick. Or just grab one of the programs at the show.
    • Tool Magnifier or Optivisor

      Magnifier or Optivisor

      – For almost all classes this is listed as an “As Needed” tool. If you have sight challenges it is recommended that you are properly prepared. For advance stone setting classes this is required! If you decide to use reading glasses consider better than 2.5x.


    • Metal Stamps/punches

      Used to engrave custom names, words or designs on sheet metal.
    • Muslin buffing wheels

      Used with a flex shaft or Dremel to polish metal.
    • Tool Ott Light or Task Lamp

      Ott Light or Task Lamp

      This is optional item that is listed for every class. It is up to you to determine whether or not you will need to have one depending on your vision.
    • Rawhide/Leather Mallet

      Shape and flatten metal without marring it. #2 mallet is a standard size. Instructor will provide for every class needed. A yellow nylon mallet may be used in its place, however a rubberone may not.
    • Ring Clamp

      Used to hold rings, but some like to use a ring clamp for holding metal when filing to save their hands. Required mostly for stone setting classes to hold the ring shank.
    • Ring Mandrel, Steel

      Used for shaping and forming metal into rings. A plastic one will not work in its place. Instructor will provide to share (1 for every 2 people) for every class needed.
    • Ring Sizer

      Optional, used to measure your ring size. Several sets will be provided to share in class.
    • Soldering Kit

      (Optional) 
      Items in this Soldering Kit will be provided for use during the class. If you are interested in ordering a kit please click on the image. Kit includes: Butane torch, butane, 1 tube solder paste, fire tweezers, copper tweezers, Sparex, tripod with mesh, flux, soldering board. (Note: kit will be delivered at class. If you require the kit prior to class please contact us to make arrangements.

    • Student Files

      Standard size is 2/o. For filing metal. . Instructor will provide to share for every class needed.
    • Wood Ring Mandrel

      Used to brace rings for polishing; this will save your hands. However, I also use a wood ring mandrel for project where I have to drill into the ring, this way you do not ruin your steel ring mandrel. Wood ring mandrels will be provided to share in classes.
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