Heavy Metal
- Level
- Intermediate
- Session
- 5 hours
- Description
- Weighing in at over an ounce of metal, this bracelet is truly heavy Don’t be deceived by the simplicity of this design. Weaving this braid may be easy using leather, but can be a bit tricky with metal.
Tools
Some tools will be provided by the instructor. Please refer to your registration.-
Bench Block
Steel or Anodized aluminum - Used as a hammering surface for metal stamping or working with metal. -
Bench Pin
There are a variety of bench pins available on the market, any will do. However, you will need to bring a 4” or larger C-clamp. As the C-clamp provided with a bench pin does not fit most tables at the shows. -
Oval Bracelet Mandrel, Steel
For shaping and form metal into a bracelet shape. 2 will be provided to share for all classes. So if you have one, bring it. -
Butane Torch
Great for small soldering projects, annealing and torch fired enameling. Instructor will provide torch and butane for every class needed. (1 for every 2 students for most classes other than basic soldering.)
Pistol style torches may be used interchangeably to the MaxFlame torches. Its larger head is great for heavy or larger projects. -
C-clamp
To be used with bench pins to clamp to tables. May be found at any local hardware store. Must be at least 3 inches. -
Cut Lube
Used to lubricate saw blades and drill bits for ease of cutting. -
Fire Tweezers
Used for handling hot metal. A must in soldering situations. 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.
- Round nose - Typically it is preferred that the round nose be a fine tip. Especially for classes with detailed wire work.
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Jeweler’s Saw
Used for cutting sheet metal and metal tubes. Instructor will provide for every class needed. -
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.
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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 rubber one may not. -
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.