Denver, CO April 27 - 29, 2018
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Registration will begin January 21, 2018. Please check their website.
Classes Offered
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Set for Royalty - Intro to Bezel Setting
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Level: Intermediate Sessions: 1 Hours: 4-6 hours
Project Overview
Create a setting fit for royalty. This introductory stone setting class will add another dimension to your glasswork or any stone. Students will have the opportunity to customize a pendant design to their liking. (Dichro cabachons will vary.) .
1+1+1+1=10 - Intro to Basic Soldering
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Level: Beginner Sessions: 1 Hours: 3.5 hours
Project Overview
1+1+1+1=10??? Yup! In this fast paced class you will learn how to multiply your skills from 4 simple ingredients. Using 4 materials, I will teach you how to create TEN different chain links while learning to solder silver. We will discuss all the basics and safety, then you will get hands on experience in torching and soldering silver and jump rings. Although you do not need any experience, some wire work is helpful.
Enamel in Detail
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Level: Beginner Sessions: 1 Hours: 3 hours
Project Overview
Gone are the days of basic surface enameling. We will take the time to create colorful custom designs in enamel, one stroke at a time. Dots, lines, swirls; whatever you like; we will fire it to metal.
Chroniker
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Level: Beginner Sessions: 1 Hours: 3 hours
Project Overview
Get started in Metalworking with a timely fashioned pendant. Using mixed metals, you will be introduced to sawing, soldering, and stone setting. Adventurous students will be also be able to put their signature on the piece to create their own flare. Learn how to solder mixed metals without a mess. Sweat soldering will reduce bleeding of solder onto mixed metals. Additionally, you learn how to cut, shape and forge sterling silver. Put all the pieces together to create these distinctive earrings.