For the beginning student. Award-winning instructor Lorraine Garcia teaches students basket making and so much more. Learn different weaves and techniques to make stylish, fun and functional baskets that really stand out. In this class you will create 4 different types of baskets. Hand dyed reed will be used to enhance beauty. Basket styles vary every year. All the supplies and tools needed to create these wonderful baskets are supplied. All you need to bring is your enthusiasm.

This non-traditional basketry class will explore basic to beyond weaving techniques. Students will learn steps necessary to make their baskets unusual but functional pieces of art. Shaping and texture will be the main emphasis. Naturals from nature will be a part of each basket. Each student will be taught the main construction, but individual creativity will vary, producing a one of a kind basket. Lab fee includes the first project. Expect to make 2-4 baskets, or more. Additional supply fee will vary, depending on number of baskets, size, and material used. Just bring your imagination and expect to have fun.

This is a traditional class in Bead knotting and design. You will make three knotted pieces of jewelry in a structured manner. The first piece uses a kit and is a 16 to 18 inch knotted fresh water pearl necklace with a clasp using bead tips. The second piece is a knotted endless piece that can be put on without a clasp. The third piece has a clasp using French wire. After these 3 pieces are finished we will do multiple strands, attach accent pieces, make matching earrings, weave and do twisting if the class wants. We also can do an Illusion necklace. She has her GIA certification in pearl and bead stringing and teaches using the methods taught in that class. She is a retired special education teacher and will use many different methods to help you learn how to make beautiful knots. The basic kit includes a bead board, bead mat, knotting tweezers, bead glue, and the materials to make the first knotted pearl necklace except for the sterling or gold filled clasp. She will have a vast amount of gemstone, crystal and pearl beads, accent pieces, all threads and findings for you to purchase. Or, if you wish, you can bring your own materials for projects number two on. She can be contacted at mysticalmelts@verizon.net.

Dot teaches the basics of bead stringing. You will learn to knot using silk as first choice, proper thread size, how to select stringing cord or wire, to lay out designs, methods of closure including beadtips, continuous, French coil, cones, and crimp beads. Learn as you design…students working on their own creations and at their own pace. Choose gemstone beads, pearls and other natural materials, crystal and glass beads, sterling silver, 14K-GF, copper, and other metals. Tools and all supplies needed may be purchased from the instructor. Bring beads and supplies you have on hand. You can also rework old necklaces. Cost of the class will depend upon what the student purchases. Prepare for fun!

Class instruction includes introduction to beading design, evaluation of the beads for their suitability to be knotted, and stringing beads with a variety of stringing materials. The beads will be made of stones, minerals, or glass. The first project will be knotting a short necklace and attaching a single clasp. The second project will be knotting a necklace long enough to go over the head without a clasp. These two projects will require 3 sixteen-inch strands of beads. Beads suitable for knotting, as many beads are not, will be available starting at $7.00 a strand and up. A student will be able to string a short necklace, bracelet, and pair of earrings from 2 sixteen-inch strands of beads. If students are currently proficient in knotting, other projects will be substituted such as simple bead weaving. Students will be taught to dye the silk thread to match/complement the color of beads they are stringing on silk. Other projects may include fabricating a variety of other necklace styles, earrings, or bracelets. Stringing materials available will be the nylon coated stainless steel cable such as Beadalon, Soft Touch, Soft Flex, or Griffin; stretch nylon, cord, wire, Fireline, Power Pro, and stretch threads such as Stretch Magic. If desired, students can learn to make small wire accent beads for their projects as well. Students may also bring their own beads or old necklaces to rework or repair. Class fee will include glue, 3 flexible needles, findings, and thread for the first two projects or similar projects, 3 feet of 22 gauge square brass wire and a handout. The instructor provides tools for in-class use. Beads, personal tools, findings, and other supplies will be available for purchase. The total cost for the class depends upon student purchases.

Classes consist of beading techniques as they apply to necklaces, earrings, pins, watches, etc., the elements of design, personal style, and scale. This class has good information for the beginner, as well as the more advanced. Beads, stringing materials, findings, and tools will be available for purchase from the instructor. Cost of supplies and tools depends on the projects you choose and what supplies you bring with you. Please bring any wire, PMC, lampwork, or silver projects you might have done that you wish to incorporate into your beaded work. The lab fee covers patterns, design, and wardrobing materials, thread, needles and wire.

This class ranges from beginner to advanced bead weaving. We gear the class to the capabilities of the student, which are discussed during orientation. We will try to include projects that incorporate peyote stitch, brick stitch, herringbone, and bead appliqué, also known as bead embroidery. All of these techniques can be lots of fun in a very relaxed atmosphere. We may also cover Kumihimo weaving which can be used to hang your bead appliqué pendant from. You can bring your own materials or purchase from Vivian. She will have everything needed for class. A class fee includes your first project, patterns, leather, glue, and several other items you can add to your beader’s stash. See samples of her work at beadedbunnyhill@moonfruit.com. You may also want to visit Beaded Bunny Hill, a bead/rock shop she has opened just 2 miles from William Holland.

This is a new and exciting class in which we will use three different looms. A bracelet loom, a larger loom for split-loom weaving, and just for fun and relaxation, a Kumihimo loom will be used and are included in your class fee. We will complete a split-loom necklace, a bracelet, a braded beaded necklace, and possibly more pieces depending on how fast you work. It is a beginner class, however, and speed is not necessary. Size 11 seed beads will be used and some size 8 beads. The classroom will be equipped with everything needed to complete projects. We will be using contemporary patterns unless you bring patterns you may already have. The class fee includes all looms and patterns plus some additional supplies. Please feel free to call Vivian Heath at 706-379-4057 or email her at vlheath@windstream.net with any questions.

The focus of the class is on learning bead crochet and kumihimo for use in multi- media projects. The bead crochet or Kumihimo may be used as either the major or minor element of each student's unique design. Students will learn how to load their thread with combinations of patterns that flow from one pattern to another within a single project and be able to incorporate their own pattern designs. Different sizes of beads will also be utilized in the bead crochet and Kumihimo for more difficult designs during the week. Additionally, students will also leave the class knowing basic beadings skills since bead caps, closures and crimps will be used to complete the different designs during the week. Focus pieces may be brought to class by students, however, many will also be available for purchase. Students will leave with three or more completed projects unless taking on an extremely difficult design that requires additional time. Lab fee will include a beading mat, #4 crochet hook, written instructions, crimps, wire guards, French coil and beading wire used during the week. It also includes students leaving with many patterns for future projects. To see pictures of former students/instructor's work Email me at lejekelly@cfl.rr.com.

This is a beginning Seed Beading class and will offer several techniques. You will make such things as bracelets, necklaces, amulets, beaded cabochons, beaded ornaments, etc. Projects will vary and an Optivisor will be very helpful for this type of beading. Bring yours along. Supplies needed for class and extra may be purchased. Take this class in a very relaxed atmosphere and have FUN! Total material cost depends on materials used.

The Victorian Garden Necklace is a sculptural bead-woven necklace. You will learn diagonal peyote stitch for the necklace base and Russian leaf stitch for the leaves in the garden. You will also learn techniques for making 6 bead-woven sculptural flowers which will have several variations. You will make a bead-woven toggle clasp and small leaves and tendrils will further embellish the necklace. The lab fee includes all the materials needed to complete the necklace; full color illustrated instructions, seed beads in sizes 8 to 15 and also some vintage size 18 to 20 seed beads. Fireline in 6 lb. test and beading needles are also in the kit. There will be at least 4 color pallets available to choose from. Also seed beads, triangles, and various other seed beads will be available for purchase. You will need to bring a beading mat or other surface to work on, scissors, flat-nose pliers, and thread conditioner. Also, if you wish, you may bring a task light and Optivisor. This class is for intermediate to advanced students who have made several projects using peyote stitch. Instructor contact: www.ceejaycreations.com.

In this class, students will learn the basics of cutting cabochons. This includes selecting rough, using the trim saw, and shaping & polishing cabochons. Also included will be equipment safety, types of cabochon edges, techniques for creating domes, and cleaning up (all students are expected to help clean the room at week’s end). "Additional credit" may be earned for finding something good to cut in the throwaway bin. New cabbing students will be encouraged to start with calibrated cabochons, but once students grasp the basics they can move into freeforms, as they feel comfortable. Advanced techniques such as freeform cuts, symmetrical cabochons, doublets, cabochon repairs, and other topics will be discussed depending on student progress. Neither crosses nor hearts will be cut in this class. Students are encouraged to bring their own slabs to use in class. Slab material will be available for purchase from the instructor. Total cost depends on productivity. Please do not bring “rough” of any size to class; students will not be allowed access to a slabbing saw during class.

Students will learn how to cut cabochons, both calibrated and freeform. This class will cover factors to consider in selecting a stone, dopping, proper use of trim saws, grinding and polishing wheels, some tips and tricks of the trade and a few ideas about what can be done with the finished product. All skill levels are welcome. Novices will get detailed instruction. Those with previous experience will be encouraged to proceed at their own pace. Slabs will be available for purchase from the instructor or students may bring their own. No corundum or rough, please.

Students will cut a variety of materials using standard calibrated shapes or freeforms. This will be a beginning cabochon class, based on learning proper technique and proven procedures, as well as cleanliness, in the process to insure that each step in the progression is finished to its best, so that a high quality, no-compromise cabochon that anyone would be proud of, is produced by each student. The class is intended to be a no-pressure, fun week with each person working at their skill level and speed. Each student will receive as much one-on-one guidance as needed. Reviews will be made with students each day so that all students can ask questions and make comments on the progress previously made. Different levels of cabbing material will be available for purchase or students may bring their own material. The one condition each student must agree to and abide by is that at the end of EACH workday, each student is responsible to clean his/her machine and his/her work area. In addition, at the end of the class week, as a joint effort, all students will be expected to thoroughly clean the entire classroom so that the next arriving class will be greeted with a welcoming environment. If you have never cut a stone before, do not worry, you will. If you have cut cabochons, hopefully your techniques can be improved upon to produce even more beautiful stones. Let’s have a fun, sharing week with rocks! The class fee includes beginning stones as well as diamond sprays to take the stones’ polish up to 100,000 grit for the highest polish possible.

This will be a beginner’s class. The main idea is to have fun. You will be shown the proper use of equipment. You will start by cutting standard pattern and go from there. There is no fee for the class and I will supply some stones to cut about three cabs. I will have inexpensive slabs for sale to the class. The student is welcome to bring slab they would prefer to use in class. It would be a good idea to bring a pair of safety classes and an Optivisor if you have one. Please do not bring stone harder than agate, the school will not allow cutting this material.

This is a class specific to the cutting and creation of cabochons stones. In this class you will learn the correct methods to select a small slab of Agate or Jasper; mark, cut, grind, and polish it to a completed cabochon stone suited for jewelry or exhibition. The student will become familiar with the equipment and its use and care. The first two or three days the student should expect to create calibrated stones, but as they progress in experience and knowledge, the art of freeform stone cutting will be discussed and possibly implemented. No student will begin this class with freeforms. Precut slabs will be available for purchase. You may bring your own (no more than five, please). The lab fee will include the first preformed piece. This class is about quality and not quantity. Contact: jimndee@shtc.net, 843-634-6497

This course is intended for beginners, but more experienced cabbers may find it useful, also. Starting with standard shapes (domed and flat, curved and straight sides) and moving on later in the week to free-forms, students will cut a variety of both hard material (such as agate and jasper) and softer materials (such as marble and turquoise). They will learn to determine the shape of and pre-form a stone depending on the pattern or shape it presents. They will learn to edge a stone depending on how it is to be set. Attention will be given to safety, the use and care of the machines, and special characteristics of different cutting materials. Emphasis will be laid on quality, not quantity; thus, the number of finished cabochons an individual student may produce is expected to vary widely. Paul will work with individuals to improve their skills and also pause to share instructions and insights with the entire group. Daily cleaning of one’s workspace and a thorough Friday afternoon cleaning of the classroom by all students is required. For the basic class fee a small kit will be provided each student (includes several slabs, written instructions, and other material for the class). Additional slabs of various materials will be available for purchase at nominal prices, or you may bring your own (no rough to be slabbed). Come prepared to discover some of Earth’s hidden beauty and to have a mountain of fun!

In this class I will teach you how to make all shapes; 30/40, 38/52, round dollar size, teardrop, square, shield, heart, and cross. When you finish with these you will be able to cut whatever you want. Come and have fun and take home some beautiful cut stones ready to set in jewelry.

This is a beginning class where you will learn slowly step-by-step how to complete a good cabochon. You will learn how to use a variety of machines properly, and safely. You will also be responsible for cleaning up daily. Richard believes in a stress-free learning environment. Class fee includes group instruction, detailed handouts, your first 6 slabs of material, and of course, individual assistance throughout. An Optivisor (which can be rented or purchased from the school) and an apron are recommended and glasses are required. There will be additional slabs for sale, but you are welcome to bring your own slabs for work later in the week. Non-beginners are welcome, but asked to follow along with the class (at class pace) for at least the first 2-days. Rocks are FUN!

This class will use the Cabochons classroom, equipment and rules to become more creative, as each student learns to recognize his/her gifts and build their skills, with a goal of creating masterpieces. Each student will receive an original and comprehensive booklet that will incorporate the content of the subject matter to be taught. Ellis will conduct quickie-demos in each of the ten sessions, illustrating the session’s main point. Some rough and slabs will be made available at reasonable prices, but students are also encouraged to bring their own treasures-in-the-rough. The lab fee covers cost of booklet and project materials. Other materials costs will vary by each student.

This is a class specific to the cutting and creation of free form and calibrated freeform cabochon stones. In this class you will learn the correct meaning of freeform methods of your own imagination and the use of advanced templates. The student will become familiar with the equipment and their use and care. The first day the student should expect to create a calibrated stone, and then be introduced into the art of freeform stone cutting, the use of advance designed freeform templates and special wheels. You may bring your own material for cutting or purchase slabs from the instructor. The class fee will include the first preformed piece and any printed material and the use of the instructor’s personal wheels. This class will be about quality and not quantity. Each student must furnish their own non-hand held magnification devise (Optivisor). Due to complex time, basic cutting techniques cannot be taught. You must have those skills intact before arrival. This is NOT a beginner’s class. You may bring your own slabs up to six (6) slabs, if you have a special tool you may bring it. Contact: jimndee@shtc.net or 843-634-6497.

This intermediate course is intended for those with some cabbing experience who wish to broaden their skills. Dopless cabbing of fancy shapes and freeforms will receive some attention although most of this week will concentrate on making doublets and composite cabochons of the kind made popular at William Holland by Ron Gibbs. The class fee will include my basic manual and supply package plus materials for making one doublet and two composite cabs (additional stone available at nominal prices, or bring your own).

This class is for wood carvers of all levels. The class will begin with lessons on the tools and on tool safety. Fordoms and Dremels will be used in class. If you have a favorite woodcarving tool and wood, you are welcome to bring it to class with you. All necessary tools will be provided to the class for their use. We will start carving a wood spirit from a rough out (pre-carved) pine knot. When this is completed you may carve a wood spirit from a non-roughed-out pine knot, walking stick or cypress knee. The fee includes one roughed-out pine knot. Additional wood for carving spirits may be purchased. Applying a finish onto the wood product will also be demonstrated. You may purchase from the instructor additional wood or materials needed for carving. Interested students can call Jimmy at 305-304-9015 or e-mail him at: jimmysgems@gmail.com.

This course will provide a general introduction to the carving of soapstone. You will develop a working knowledge of the material, the tools, safe handling issues and the methods used to complete a carving. Beginning with a study of the properties of the stone, you will produce a simple piece and progress to making a sculpture of your choice. The development of your own personal style is encouraged. The class lab fee includes an instruction and information booklet. All the tools necessary will be provided by the teacher. The stone for the first project, a “Swimming Loon”, is included in this fee. There-after stone cost for this course will depend on the size of the project or projects chosen. Stone will be $3 per pound. An average carving generally will use 10 pounds of stone. You should bring towels or bubble wrap to carry home your finished carvings. Further information may be found at his website: www.soapstonesculpture.com.

Carlos will show the students how to produce masterpiece carvings in jadeite. Each student will be provided with 5 jade slabs polished on one side, from which several finished carvings will be produced. Needless to say, quality will be stressed over quantity. Estimated material costs will depend on the number of additional slabs desired. A minimum of 6 students is needed for the class to be held. Instructor will accept CASH ONLY.

Jade sculpture carving will provide the student with experience in carving figures out of blocks of jadeite. Carlos will instruct the student in various techniques of both carving and polishing the pieces using diamond equipment. Carlos feels each student will complete several sculptures. Estimated materials cost will depend upon the number of additional jadeite pieces used during the class. A minimum of 6 students is needed for the class to be held. Instructor will accept CASH ONLY.

Diane will have tools on hand to use and students may bring any hand tools they wish to try. Some she's found useful include rasps, files, sandpaper, wood-carving tools, dental tools and nails ground to particular shapes. If you wish to attempt to carve a particular object or animal, bring a picture with you. Stone will be available to purchase from the instructor. If you have any questions you can e-mail Diane at dianafiona@aol.com. Class is held outdoors.

Joe teaches both centrifugal & vacuum casting meth8/5ods. He will have pre-made waxes to purchase & waxes to make your own pieces to cast. Wax models will be made from pre-made molds and also flat mold making will be shown. Casted pieces will be finished and polished during class. The class fee covers a handout, waxes, beginning wax item, all investments & polishes. Fine Silver and Sterling will be available for purchase. If you want to use Gold, you must bring it. Joe can be reached at: mysticalmelts@verizon.net.

This is a BASIC class for beginners. Students will learn the centrifugal and vacuum casting method. We will also cover lost wax, how to sprue wax, making up your investment and how to burn out. Class lab fee covers the cost of investment and waxes. Students must be able to lift 20 pounds. No organic materials will be cast.

This is a class for beginning students. No prerequisite required. You will be able to make jewelry prices from premade pieces and also create jewelry (pendants, rings, etc.) out of your own wax creations. We may even do some casting with organic material such as acorns, ferns, and perhaps even spiders. The lab fee covers the cost of waxes, wan sheets and other consumable supplies such as investment. We will be casting in silver. If you have any old silver jewelry or scrap silver, bring it to be recycled. We can also cast in gold – but due to the high cost of gold, I will not have an inventory of gold for sale. I will have silver – both fine and sterling available for purchase.

Rebecca McNairy, with her assistant, Lou Mager, will teach a wax carving class where you will learn to carve a unique charm or piece of original jewelry from a block of wax. You will then cast & finish your piece(s). This class stresses design and making one of- a- kind items. This class is not intended to teach casting or finishing. Casting material and extra wax for carving will be available for sale.

Designed for the beginner, this class will present the basics of creating a variety of chains with unsoldered jump rings. Kits of precut rings in Artistic Wire, Copper, Argentium, aluminum, and Gold-filled Wire will be available for sale. The process of winding, cutting, and polishing rings will be discussed during the week. Tools required are two pairs of pliers - bent chain nose and/or flat nose. Optivisor is recommended. Class fee covers the cost of handouts and pattern starters. Total cost of the class, which will depend on the type of wire used and the number of chains the student chooses to make.

This class will be structured for Beginners to learn the basics of making chains with unsoldered jump rings. If you have taken a class but did not continue to make chains you may qualify as a beginner. Intermediate students should choose one of our advanced classes. Using precut rings prepared by the instructors, you will construct chains and jewelry pieces in the basic patterns for chain making. The class is structured to include at least 8 of the basic patterns. The process of winding, cutting, and polishing rings will be demonstrated during the week. Projects will be made with enameled copper precut rings to reduce the cost, with SS and 14k GF rings available on request. This class will prepare you to recognize variations of patterns in publications and help you to understand instructions for them. The class fee helps cover the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. The only tools you will need are two pairs of pliers, bent chain nose and/or flat nose. Bring your own if you have them. There will be pliers for you to borrow or purchase and the school provides magnifying lights for your use. Total costs depend on the number of chains you choose to make.

This class is designed for all levels of students. You will learn chain making from raw wire to finished jewelry, including selecting the wire gauge and jump ring size, winding and cutting jump rings, weaving the chain, and polishing the completed item. Advanced students will be encouraged to move beyond the basics of round ring chain making into the realm of complex chains, learning how to form, cut, solder, fuse, deform the rings, to make “units” which are linked together to make artistic chain jewelry. John will demonstrate several intermediate techniques including fusing, soldering, balling, shaping, and texturing. The lab fee covers printed material, copper wire, and rings for practice. It is recommended that you bring an Optivisor. Basic tools will be available for use during the class, or you may bring your own. A wide variety of kits for earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, sterling silver and gold-filled wire, as well as an assortment of clasps, will be available for purchase from the instructor, or you may bring your own. Project cost will depend on the projects selected.

This class of beginning chain will include an orientation to chain making including type and gauges of wire, how to make your own rings and the necessary equipment to wind, cut and polish them. Basic chain patterns that will be covered are charm, byzantine, foxtail, spiral, queen or square, cloverleaf, and, time permitting, rope chain or chainmaille. Students will need a pair of flat needle nose pliers and a pair of bent needle nose pliers, or just two bent needle nose pliers. The school provides magnifying lights for your use, but if you have an Optivisor you should bring it. Pliers and Optivisors can also be purchased at the school. Pre-cut jump ring kits for each of the chains being taught will be available for purchase from the instructor. Lab fee covers printed material and practice rings. Cost of materials depends on the cost of silver and gold at the time of the class.

This is a class for the “true” beginning chain student. The students will learn the basic weaves and the steps necessary to make their work look professional. The class will work with sterling silver pre-cut rings. Students will advance through a series of weaves, completing four or more pieces depending on the speed and agility of the student. Please bring an Optivisor or something similar, and two pair of chain nose pliers or you may purchase these from the school. If you have tools of your own, bring them along. The class fee includes a workbook with patterns, reference sources and various useful charts for the student to continue weaving. Additional kits for the class projects will be available as well as clasps, toggles and other embellishments and findings for purchase from the instructor. Estimated materials cost depends on the choices and number of projects chosen and the price of silver.

This is the class for those who want to make lots of unusual and interesting earrings from simple dangles to more elaborate creations. The lessons will also teach many kinds of clasps and closures for finishing your jewelry in a professional manner. This is a “requested class” from several of my 2010 students and was very well received in 2011. Class fee includes a workbook with many patterns and ideas and instructions and the silver for one of each of the projects in the lesson plan. The expenses above the lab fee will depend on the additional stones, silver, and beads purchased by the student.

This class will be structured for beginners to learn the basics of making chains with unsoldered jump rings. If you took a class but did not continue to make chains you may qualify as a beginner. Intermediate students should choose the intermediate class. Using precut rings prepared by the instructors, you will construct chains and jewelry pieces in the basic patterns for chain making. The process of winding, cutting, and polishing rings will be demonstrated during the week. Precut rings will be available in Copper and Artistic Wire. If you prefer Sterling or Gold filled rings you need to let the instructor know so she can have the Gold and Silver Wire available for you. This class will prepare you to recognize variations of patterns in publications and help you to understand instructions for them. The only tools you will need are two pairs of pliers, bent chain nose and/or flat nose. Bring your own if you have them. There will be pliers for you to borrow or purchase. An Optivisor would be good if you have a hard time seeing. Lighting is good. The lab fee covers the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. The total cost will depend on the number of chains and rings you choose to make.

This class will be structured for Beginners to learn the fundamentals for making chains with unsoldered jump rings and other material. The class is for individuals who have never taken a chain class or did take a class but did not continue to make chains. Intermediate students should choose one of our advanced classes. You will construct chains and jewelry pieces in the basic patterns for chain making using precut rings purchased from the instructor. The process of winding, cutting, and polishing rings will be demonstrated during the week. Precut rings will be available in Sterling Silver, Copper, Artistic Wire, and Neoprene Rubber. The only tools you will need are two pairs of pliers, bent chain nose and/or flat nose. Bring your own if you have them. There will be pliers for you to borrow or purchase and the school provides magnifying lights for your use. If you have an Optivisor or magnify glasses please bring them. Class fee covers the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. The total cost will depend on the number of chains you choose to make.

Designed for the beginner, this class will teach the basics of opening and closing jump rings and also the fundamentals for making chains with unsoldered rings. Weaves will include, but not be limited to: wiggly, 2 + 2, Byzantine, European 4-in-1, parallel and possibly Japanese chainmaille. Precut rings, packaged in kits, will be available in Artistic colored copper wire, jeweler’s bronze, argentium silver, silver-filled, aluminum and some limited gold-filled accent rings. The process of winding, cutting and polishing rings will be demonstrated during the week. The only tools you will need are two pairs of jewelry pliers – bent chain nose and/or flat nose. Bring your own or some will be provided for class use. An Optivisor or similar magnifying device will be helpful (may also be purchased at the William Holland store). Class fee will help cover the cost of a notebook with instructions, starter rings and practice rings. Total cost is dependent on the number of chains made and metals (and metal prices) selected.

Micromaille is somewhat loosely defined as anything 22 gauge and smaller. Are you up for the challenge? This class will take you back over some old standard patterns and adds the more difficult and unusual patterns, but the path will be miniature. An Optivisor or other magnification is required. Bring your favorite tools. Other tools will be available for use. Pre-cup rings for the kits will be made from copper, enameled copper, bronze, titanium or other material as selected by the instructor. Lab fee covers printed material. Total cost of class is for non-precious metal kits.

Students in this class will learn how to coil and cut wire to form rings. They will learn how to fuse fine silver rings to create continuous loops and then how to stretch, form and weave the loops to make simple and complex chains. They will learn how to pull a chain through a draw plate. Students will complete four to seven chains during the week depending upon their dexterity, complexity and length (bracelet or necklace) of the chains they select to make. Everyone will start by making two chains that will teach them how to fuse, stretch, form, forge, weave and draw chains made from heavy (16 gauge) and fine (22 gauge) fine silver wire. After completing the first two chains, students may choose to make any of the other ten chains for which directions are provided and for which kits are available. The lab fee covers the chain making book provided each student, a fusing board, a coil cutting tool, a jump ring opening tool, containers for storing surplus rings or links and the paste solder used to make some of the chains. The instructor will provide all of the tools needed for this class, however students may bring their own pliers, saw frame and small torch (butane or propane) if they wish to learn using their own tools. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT STUDENTS HAVE AN OPTIVISOR or magnifying glasses from the Dollar Store.

This class is the next step after basic chain instruction. The class will begin with a review of some of the basic patterns. Variations of those patterns plus combination patterns will then be explored. Previous experience of the class members and student requests will determine the patterns to be taught. These could include, for instance, Celtic Vision, Butterfly, GSG, Illuminated Tunnel, Jens Pind, Rondo a la Byzantine and Snake. Although kits with commercially prepared jump rings in a variety of materials (Aluminum, Anodized Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Enameled Copper, and Sterling Silver) will be available for sale. Students are welcome to provide their own jump rings. A supply list of necessary sizes/gauges will be available no later than one month prior to class. Class lab fee covers the cost of handouts and pattern starters. Total cost of the class will depend on the type of wire used and the number of chains the student chooses to make. Should you have questions, please contact instructor at slbergquist@cox.net.

The class will begin with a review of some of the basic patterns. Kits with precut rings will be provided for practice in starting these. Variations of each pattern will be discussed using examples from our display. We will use some copper and enameled copper wire in jewel tone colors to reduce the cost for those of you who cut your own rings. Precut rings in Argentium Sterling Silver and 14K GF will also be available for you to purchase. Previous experience of the class and student requests will determine the patterns to be taught. The November class will be an Intermediate 2 class. Class fee will help cover the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. Total costs depend on your choices.

The class will begin with a review of some of the basic patterns. Kits with precut rings will be provided for practice in starting these. Variations of each pattern will be discussed using examples from our display. We will use some copper and enameled copper wire in jewel tone colors to reduce the cost for those of you who cut your own rings. Precut rings in Argentium Sterling Silver and 14K GF will also be available for you to purchase. Previous experience of the class and student requests will determine the patterns to be taught. The November class will be an Intermediate 2 class. Class fee will help cover the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. Total costs depend on your choices.

This class will use pre-cut and prepared sterling silver rings to make some of the more complex maille weaves. Students will complete four or more chains during the week, depending on the student’s dexterity and patterns chosen. At least one beginning chain class and an on-going participation in the making of chain are prerequisites for this class. The emphasis will be on completing some of the more intricate patterns as well as adding some unique touches to some favorite weaves, making them "your own." Please bring an Optivisor (or something like it), two pair of chain nosed pliers and any other tools the student prefers to use for chain making. Tools are also available for purchase from the William Holland store. The class fee will include a workbook with patterns, instructions, charts and references. Various clasps, toggles and embellishments will be available for purchase from the instructor. The expenses above the lab fee will depend on the additional stones, silver and beads purchased by the student. Look forward to a fun and challenging week.

This class is the next step after basic chain instruction. The class will begin with a review of some of the basic patterns. Kits with precut rings will be provided for practice in starting these. Variations of each pattern will be discussed using examples from our display. Some copper and enameled copper wire in jewel tone colors will be used to reduce the cost for those of you who cut your own rings. Precut rings in Sterling Silver will also be available for purchase. If you prefer 14kt GF please call me prior to the class and let me know. Previous experience of the class and student requests will determine the patterns to be taught. These may include Jens Pind and GSG. Class fee will help cover the cost of starters, practice rings, and instructions for class projects. Average cost depends on your choices.

Please read the description for beginning chain. No beginners please. We will review basic weaves, if needed, and continue from there with weaves that may include: butterfly, art deco, foxtail, GSG, orbital, rope, snake, spiral, snowflake, square, triangle and vertebrae – depending on class interests. Kits with precut rings will be available for practice in starting these weaves. Variations of each pattern will also be discussed. Class fee will cover the cost of a notebook with instructions, starter rings and practice rings. Precut rings will be available in Artistic colored copper wire, jeweler’s bronze, copper, argentium silver, silver-filled, aluminum and some limited gold-filled accent rings. Average cost depends on the number of chains made and metals selected.

Students in this class will have the opportunity to produce Channel Inlay pieces by fitting carefully shaped pieces of hard stone such as agate and jasper in a variety of silver pattern grids, which have been fabricated by the student. Using patterns developed by the student or from the instructors' library, pieces of jewelry such as pins, pendants, bola ties or belt buckles will be created. The more popular patterns are based on animals or geometric figures. Since channel inlay involves both silver and stonework, it is sometimes regarded as one of the most difficult skills to acquire. Silver and other supplies will be available from the instructors.

Students will learn to design and make Scottish Pebble Jewelry (also known as Victorian Jewelry) using agate, jasper and other hard stones. This jewelry form dates to the early 19th century and was produced by silversmiths throughout Scotland. This course is for the serious student and better crafts person who wants to work hard and learn an art form that is almost lost. It is definitely the most challenging course that Ann and Don teach, and they will select those applicants that can do this level of work. Silver and other supplies will be available for the instructors.

Join us for an in-depth week of study to learn and master the basics of chasing & repoussé. The class features step-by-step instructions to introduce and reinforce the basic techniques of moving metal in this ancient art form in which a flat sheet of metal affixed to pitch in a bowl is manipulated using punches and hammers to impart a three-dimensional pattern and/or shape. Because we are working on jewelry scale projects each student should complete several finished pieces during the week. Surface and background textures will be demonstrated as well as ways to patina and color the metal of the finished jewelry. Beginning projects will emphasize low relief chasing & repoussé skills and later projects will feature techniques used to generate large relief or high volume work such as animal subjects. In addition, we will demonstrate how to make and heat treat chasing & repoussé tools as well as discuss alternate methods for creating chasing & repoussé. The class fee covers the use of all of the specialized tools needed for chasing & repoussé: pitch bowl, individual sets of liners and punches, hammers and other equipment, copper for the projects as well as an instructional manual complete with listings of source materials. Student List: An Optivisor or other form of magnification and a work light (Ott Lamp is perfect if you have one) are a must) if you can’t see the lines then you can’t chase the lines. We also advise wearing old clothing to class and/or bring an apron. Optional items to bring, if you already have them: jewelers saw, 2/0 or 3/0 saw blades, jeweler’s files, and portable bench pin. Note: Each year we feature a new beginning project so returning students will not be required to repeat projects. Students may work in silver after the compulsory projects have been mastered. Bring sterling silver or fine silver, 22 gauge, 2 ½” square.

Join us for this week-long workshop creating masks and faces. Masks are found in most cultures both primitive and modern. They are intriguing because of the imagination and creativity used in their designs. The first project involves generating high volume in which to place basic facial features – eye socket, nose, and mouth. Students will add embellishments and textures to complete their mask. Once completed, students will transition to the complex process of creating a face by following the proper proportions of facial structure. We employ “hands-on,” step-by-step teaching methods. In addition to lectures and demonstrations we provide class handouts on this ancient art form. The Lab fee covers students’ use of all of the specialized tools needed for chasing & repoussé: pitch bowl, individual sets of liners and punches, hammers and other equipment, copper for the projects as well as an instructional manual complete with listings of source materials. Student List: An Optivisor or other form of magnification and a work light (Ott Lamp is perfect if you have one) are a must) if you can’t see the lines then you can’t chase the lines. We also advise wearing old clothing to class and/or bring an apron. Optional items to bring, if you already have them: jewelers saw, 2/0 or 3/0 saw blades, jeweler’s files, and portable bench pin. Students may work in silver after the compulsory projects have been mastered. Bring sterling silver or fine silver, 22 gauge, 2 ½” square.

Break out of your shell and lets’ have fun!! Cold Connections is the process of building your piece of jewelry without using solder. Learn basic cold connections and then enamel some of your pieces for a finished look using several enameling techniques. In the cold connection part of the class you will learn to cut, fold, form, emboss and etch necklaces, bracelets, and earrings from copper, brass and silver sheet metal. In part 2 of the class you will be enameling some of those pieces using powder and liquid enamels. Are you an artist? You can use watercolor enamels to paint scenes etc. on your piece! Don’t have a kiln at home? I will be demonstrating how to enamel with a torch. There are so many ways you will be able to make your piece one of a kind and I will have all kinds of ideas and examples to get you started!

This is an intensive class geared toward beginners and intermediates alike. If you are a workaholic, I also give my students the choice to work in the classroom some evenings and will be happy to put in the extra hours to help you. Class fee includes an instruction manual, copper, brass, decorative metals, enamels, and other materials you will need to get you through your first projects. There will be additional project kits, materials and tools available for purchase if you would like to take more items home to work on after class. If you have tools you would like to bring to class such as round nose, needle nose, flat nose pliers, hammers, inside watch parts, stones or glass nuggets for possible setting in your pieces, please feel free to bring them.

This class is about the art of combining metals (copper and brass) into a finished piece of jewelry. From start to finish, you will enjoy learning riveting, wiring, acid etching, grommets, and all the different techniques of Cold Connection (no soldering). You will also be introduced to enameling with a torch, prisma colors for coloring, and some unusual techniques to take home with you. You will truly enjoy the class and are guaranteed to come out with several elegant projects. Tools needed: Chasing hammer, riveting hammer, steel block, small ball peen hammer, safety glasses, stamps for etching, and any other trinkets you might like to mount on your jewelry. If you have these tools, please bring them clearly marked with your name .The instructor will have tools and materials for purchase and use in the class. Class fee will include all instruction materials and consumables for 5 days. Note: a torch may be used in this class. Closed-toed shoes required.

Cold Connections are the processes of using various different materials as attachments to connect two or more pieces of metal. In this class you will explore several techniques in assemblage using cold connections. You will learn how to make rivets of non-conventional materials and apply them to your project. You will also learn how to set eyelets, lash and tie, and use a variety of micro hardware, including rivets, tube rivets, screws, washers, nuts and tacks. You will spend time exploring texture and forming techniques including fold forming, hammering, and the proper use of the rolling mill. You will experiment with various patina techniques to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your metals, and also delve into etching. The class fee includes all materials, literature, consumables, and supplies to be used throughout the week. Any additional cost incurred would be in the purchase of tools and/or materials that students may wish to acquire from the instructor to continue designing at home with cold connections. We will use torches and hammers, all levels welcome.

In this class we will be exploring further into the possibilities of jewelry composition using a combination of cold connections and soldering with mixed metals. The techniques learned in your previous cold connections classes will be combined with simple soldering using various types of solders and torches. We will be working with ferrous and non-ferrous metals in unique combinations incorporating found objects, ephemera, wood, glass, and semi-precious stone into unique wearable pieces of art.

Students are required to have had at least one of Kim’s cold connections classes and at least one silver class. Students will be expected to already know how to set wire rivets and tube rivets. Students should also be proficient in soldering bezels prior to class. In this class you will learn how to design with mixed metals such as copper, brass, nickel, sterling silver, and bronze. You will follow through with your designs using both cold connections and soldering technique. Techniques such as fold forming, etching, enameling, scrap casting, patinas, texturing and stone setting will all be explored. This will be a fast paced class. Lab fee covers all base metals, consumables, and specific sterling components. Additional sterling can be purchased. Additional materials or tools are purchased. Due to the unpredictability of the sterling silver market, you may bring your own.

This class will demonstrate the techniques necessary to photograph cabochons, gemstones, slabs, mineral specimens, beads, and jewelry. The Proper set up and use of a digital camera will be described in detail with examples of what should and should not be done. Lighting set-ups and examples will frequently be studied and practiced by participants. Multiple backgrounds, table surfaces, gem and jewelry holders, and various props will be demonstrated and tried. The class will also learn some of the easiest techniques to color correct, sharpen and improve exposure using either adobe Photoshop or adobe Photoshop Elements software. This class will be about 25% lecture using computer projection equipment and 75% hands on. Included in the lab fee, all students receive a minimum of proper light gear, diffusers and a wide variety of backgrounds, photo surfaces, props, and well written instruction and/or CD. Other materials will be available for purchase from the instructor. Contact Ron at theimage1@aol.com on email or www.theimage.com.

Enameling --This medium marries glass with copper or fine silver, providing a range of design with color that can be as controlled or serendipitous as you want! Enamels (lead free) to be used will include opaque, transparent, and watercolor. Basic techniques will include: dry sifting and wet packing applications, sgraffito, stamping, inclusions, kiln firing, torch firing and safety. Choose from advanced techniques such as cloisonné, champlevé, plique-a-jour, and basse-taille. Some prior metal preparation may be required for some of these methods. We will also discuss various setting methods for your finished enamels. Enameling tools and supplies will be provided for your use. The material fee will include handouts, enamels and supplies, tool usage and metals for 5 projects. Additional materials can be purchased from the instructor. A few basic metalworking tools will be available for use, but since our focus is on enamels and not metalworking, we will use mostly simple pre-cut metal forms. You may bring some of your favorite hand tools (files, jewelers saw and 7/0 blades). For the advanced projects you may also choose to bring some of your own prepared metal pieces, etched, fold-formed, textured, precious metal clay (silver or copper).

This is a beginning class focused on fusing glass and metal together. Basic metal working will be used to create items to enamel. Several styles of enameling and different methods of application will be covered such as sifting, wet-packing, stencils, graffito, etc. The lab fee covers an enameling handbook, a class notes summary, a shapes library, color charts, a troubleshooting guide, a resource list, reference materials, additional class materials and use of tools supplied by the instructor. A supply kit with enamels, metal and application tools to use and take home will be provided for $95.00. Feel free to bring your own tools and/or materials to use in class. Extra materials and tools will be available for purchase if desired. Bring your imagination and be prepared to have fun with enameling.

Come and discover the exciting world of enamels! No special skills are required but a good sense of color helps. This is a busy class – it will teach you the basic techniques of this art. We will be sifting, stenciling and wet packing. The class will also shape and texture the metal and sink fine silver foil and wires into the enamel. A demonstration of torch firing will be given. For those students who sign up for two consecutive weeks, special tutoring in some techniques will be offered. The class fee will provide the student with enough materials to complete at least four projects. Additional materials will be available for purchase from the instructor.

This beginning faceting course will give the students the necessary skills to facet their first stone. Students will cut a simple hex shape in synthetic or natural quartz as their first stone. Techniques in wax dopping, stone transfer, lap maintenance, and other techniques will be taught. The lab fee includes the manual, the first stone, and an Ultralap polishing lap. Additional synthetic or natural rough will be available for purchase at additional cost. Students may bring in their own rough if they so choose. Nothing harder than quartz, a 7 on Mohs scale of hardness. Additional designs will be available for the student to cut additional stones. Each student should be able to cut two stones over the course of the week.

This beginner's course includes a discussion on machine types and facet rough. It includes several of the things to watch for in buying facet rough such as cracks, bubbles, veils, color zones, cleavage planes, and what may be needed to polish certain types of rough. Also included is a demonstration and lesson in dopping with black faceting wax. The lab fee includes a lab package and manual with step-by-step instructions to cut your first stone. You have your choice of either synthetic or natural quartz to cut a modified round brilliant stone. Additional rough will be available, for a fee, to cut additional stones.

This class is for beginners with little or no experience. Students will learn to examine rough (uncut stones), saw, pre-form, dop, cut and polish gems into optimal beauty. Excluding an Optivisor, equipment will be provided with an option for students to bring their own. No lab fee. The first stone will be supplied free.

As an introduction to Faceting, this course is designed with a brief overview of various available machines, their cost, and their care, and nurture. On the first full day of class the student will be guided in evaluating and selecting "rough", in preparing and beginning to cut a "Round Brilliant" from a rough pre-form on a Graves Faceting Machine (or the student's own machine if brought). If time permits during the week the student will be allowed to experiment with more complex shapes as well as other machines at the school. Advanced cuts (step cuts and mixed cuts), while discussed, will be reserved for a more advanced class. Students are expected to provide an Optivisor, some form of eye protection, a small towel, and high hopes. They may bring their own machines for their personal use and their own personally collected rough (hardness less than 8) for evaluation and cutting. Students may also purchase rough and Optivisors from the instructor/school as may be needed or desired. A lab fee covers the cost of two stones, a cutting manual and consumable supplies, and handouts. Questions about class content and procedures may be addressed to the instructor at lormelar@verizon.net

In this class the student will learn the meet point faceting method of stone cutting. All students will be supplied with 3 pieces of facet rough, an instruction book with 10 different facet diagrams and a list of critical angles. The student will learn stone orientation in order to learn how to get the best color and maximum yield from a stone. How to choose rough stone will also be covered. The student should expect to not just learn, but have a lot of fun at the same time. Bill can be contacted at 404-556-8322.

Beginners will be taught using the meetpoint method, beginning with a round brilliant cut with a choice of cuts after that. There will also be a discussion of computer aids to faceting such as GemCad and an angle conversion spreadsheet. You can e-mail Randy at LdDavoc@aol.com

The purpose of this course is to move on from the round brilliant into the more complex designs by using the meet-point method. Students who have their own faceting machines are encouraged to bring them (familiarity is good). Students are required to bring an Optivisor, millimeter gauge, and writing material. Students will be provided with Laser Glass, polishing laps, and faceting diagrams. Be prepared to learn! PREREQUISITES: Students must have cut 4 or 5 stones with no assistance. You are asked to bring them with you.

This advanced faceting course addresses cutting the more complex shapes (Oval, Pear, Marquis, Rectangular, etc.) and some of the more basic functions of GemCad. The school equipment cannot be used to cut the harder materials such as CZ, Corundum, or Topaz for example. But if a student wants to bring their own laps they may try cutting such materials. A student may desire to try a different make of machine than his own. If such is the case, William Holland has Facetron, Ultra-Tech, Graves, and Ray-Tech machines that the student may try. Some discussion will be held concerning polishing and the advantages of resequencing the cutting order of a design. Also a short discussion will be held on meetpoint faceting. The lab fee includes design sheets for an oval, trillion, square, emerald, pear and marquis, 2 Spectra Ultra-Laps and 2 pieces of quartz rough.

Faceting 2 will cover more advanced cutting and polishing techniques, and dopping procedures. We will cover proper orientation of stones for best recovery of material and best color. We will be using the meet point faceting method. You will need an Optivisor or other type of magnifier. The students will be supplied with rough material to cut 2 stones (1 natural, 1 synthetic). If time allows for more than 2 stones, other rough will be available at a nominal cost. The lab fee covers the cost of printed material and rough supplied. I look forward to having you in my class.

Using visual optic techniques and homemade instruments, students will learn how to Identify Gemstones from the rainbows (light spectrum) they create and other standard methods. Students will learn the terminology of gemstones, be introduced to the 7 crystal systems, and learn how to build and use the following instruments: 2 forms of a dichroscope, a polariscope, a Hanneman direct-read specific gravity balance, and a Hanneman-Hodgkinson refractometer. The lab fee includes a 40+ page color handout and class supplies. Even those with experience may pick up a tip or two. Homemade equipment kits and gem-id software will be available for purchase.

This course will provide a background for individuals who want to know the essentials of what to look for and what to avoid, in shopping for gemstones. We will learn to use instruments such as the microscope, dichroscope, refractometer, polariscope, etc. There is no extra fee for this class and we will be making several field trips.

This class utilizes all of the important gemological tools, such as: microscope, refractometer, polariscope, dichroscope, heavy liquids, and ultraviolet light. The student will leave the class knowing how to identify gemstones of all kinds. For the Gemstone Identification class, equipment will be provided with an option for students to bring their own. There is not a class fee for this class.

Trees -- You will learn to create trees using a variety of stones. There will be different sizes, shapes and types of trees to choose from. You will learn several methods of construction. There will be a generous assortment of gemstones and colors to choose from and bases to compliment them. Pictures – You will start with a picture frame (which has been especially prepared) and then design a picture using polished gem stones, shells, twisted wire, beads, etc. There will be an assortment of Gem Pictures and Gem Trees to use as patterns, examples and ideas. The class lab fee will include: roll of wire (choice of color), base for a tree, glue and epoxy, information folder, notebook and pencil, a prepared picture frame, red and green gar scales, twisted wire for vines and stems, beads and wire for a special tree, and a package of assorted necessities. Also includes the use of tools and instruction books. There will be additional supplies available for both Gem Trees and Gem Pictures.

This is a beginning-intermediate fusing class. This class will cover a detailed explanation of COE's and glass compatibility. Many tools such as grinders, drills, saws, and all related hand tools along with firing schedules will be discussed. Students will learn to stack and fuse several layers of glass for several cabochons and to shape them to be used for things such as earrings and pendants. The class will also teach how to fuse holes using fiber paper and other materials. Also covered will be cutting channels for wire bails, drilling holes, applying decals, etching and raking. The class will teach how to embed copper, nichrome, and fine silver into the cabochons. A demonstration of pot melts will be done by the instructor. All tools and kilns will be provided for the class. If you have any favorite tools you may bring them.

The class fee will include all materials needed for each of the glass fusing projects. Extra glass will be available to be purchased for additional projects if desired. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jimmy at 305-304-9015 or email Jimmysgems@gmail.com

This is a basic and beyond glass fusing class. You will learn to cut, stack and fire glass; how to grind, shape, drill, and grove glass. You will learn to make pieces for pendants, bracelets, earrings, and pins. You will learn to tack fire, make windows, plaids, Addy opals and more. You will learn to use different models of kilns. You will use basic Bull’s-eye glass in opaque and transparent colors and dichroic glass in different textures, forms, weights and colors. All glass in this class will be 90˚COE fusible. The class lab fee will consist of a ½ # packet of assorted glass (plain & dichroic), an information folder, notebook and pencil, a packet of working necessities, glue, stringers, frit, confetti, all needed fire paper and fiber to make openings for chains etc. There will be finished pieces to use as examples and ideas and you will see how to finish a grooved piece with wire wrap. The basic tools you need will be provided, however if you have you own tools, mark them and bring them. There will be an ample supply of glass, tools and other supplies available, including kilns. We suggest that you wear 100% cotton clothing and leather shoes. Closed-toed shoes are required in all classes.

As a beginner you will learn about the different types of Kilns, Temperatures used and kinds of glass used in glass fusing. You can end up with beautiful pieces of glass to make into jewelry as pendants, pins, earrings, belt buckles and many other things. We will use Bull's-eye 90COE glass in many colors along with dichroic glass that is very colorful. You will cut, stack and fire your pieces in your own Kiln to use in class. Tools will be furnished to use in class along with a booklet of information on fusing, and a space to make your notes. You will have examples of the different things we will be doing in class, such as windows, decals, raking, channels for chain and more. Kits will be purchased for the different projects for $95. Other glass can be purchased in addition to the kits.

This is actually a beginner through intermediate class covering the simple rules of glass coefficients, use of the different types of glass including frits, stringers, noodles, and confetti. The different kilns and kiln temperatures used for all projects will be thoroughly discussed. Projects will begin with basic fusing, Addy Opals, Windows, decals, millefiori earrings, etching and will end with embossing and hot manipulation (raking). You will use copper & fine silver to make bails and nichrome wire. You also will make channels in the jewelry nuggets for chains or leather. Each step will be covered through the use of premade kits. This will be achieved through a series of steps designed to build confidence in firing and producing pieces of jewelry quality. She also will have a huge variety of dichroic glass for you to purchase for additional projects or for you to bring home. You can reach her at mysticalmelts@verizon.net

In this class you will learn fusing fundamentals and more. Working with 90 COE glass, this beginning class will cover STUDIO SAFETY, terminology, tools and their uses, cutting techniques for fusing, basic fusing process, basic grinding (cold working) and fire polishing. Students will learn how to cut, stack and shape cabochons, create fused beads, earring techniques, colors and textures of glass available, and the basics of dichroic theory. Students will be shown how completed items can be mounted into finished jewelry pieces. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes. If you have your own favorite tools, please bring them; if not, tools will be available for use. Required materials fee includes a handout, fusible glass and some dichroic for class projects. Additional materials will be available for purchase.

Using 90 COE fusible glass, a strong emphasis is placed on the use of dichroic glass, warm glass manipulation, and finishing techniques to create dazzling one-of-a-kind pieces. Some topics that are covered include color theory, how to manipulate light using the absorption filters (colored glass) and interference filters (dichroic glass), to stamp molten glass, to shape and polish the glass using cold working techniques to create a high quality finished product. If you have your own favorite tools, please bring them; if not, tools will be available for use. Materials fee includes a color handout, fusible glass, and some dichroic for class projects. Additional materials will be available for purchase.

Using 90 COE fusible glass, frit, confetti, stringers, noodles, rods & dichroic & crinklized dichroic, a strong emphasis is placed on using, making and merging individual components into unique cabochons or beads. Using a little creative energy, imagination, manipulation, and other glass working techniques, you will create many one-of-a-kind pieces. Some of the topics that may be covered are crinklized dichroic, freeform stringers, flowers & such, torchwork stringers, 3D stringers, odds & ends, 3D fusing, and embedding in glass. If you have your own favorite tools, please bring them; if not, tools will be available for use. Required materials fee includes a handout, fusible glass and some dichroic for class projects. Additional materials will be available for purchase.

Class will melt and pour 14k gold ingots, use a rolling mill and draw plate(s) to fabricate sheet and wire with which to fashion a ring and/or pendant. Course will include construction of a basket and basic stone setting techniques. Basic and advanced projects are available depending upon student’s ability. This is an advanced course and students are expected to bring their own tools. We will be using the Smith Little Torch System. If you have one of your own, you are encouraged to bring it. The basic kit will be provided by the instructor and includes 14k gold casting grain, three grades of solder and an 8mm or 9mm white topaz. The kit cost varies depending upon the current price of gold. If additional gold or gemstones are needed, they may be brought by the student or purchased from the instructor. Please note: Do not wear shorts or open-toed shoes/sandals on days we are pouring ingots. If you have any questions, contact Larry via email thegemtree@aol.com.

Students will fabricate a Sterling Silver pendant and bracelet for stone inlay. The pendant will be flat and bracelets will be formed around a mandrel to fit the wearer of the cuff style bracelet. You should bring 3 to 5 slabs of rough to use on the projects. Slabs should be at least ¼” to 5/8” lick. In most cases, at least two colors of stone will be used. Experiment with slabs to determine best combinations of color and contrast. Material should be of similar hardness and should be opaque rather than translucent. The stone will be cut and fit into the pendant and bracelet then glued with epoxy. Once the epoxy dries, the stone will be cut, shaped and polished. Expect a great deal of waste when cutting and polishing to the final product. The lab fee includes all of the silver solder, flux, and epoxy for both projects. The material cost depends on the price of silver. Depending on the material used, finished bracelets should be valued at $500 – $900. Please review the prerequisites. You must have completed Silver I and Silver II and have experience with soldering and cabochons.

Intarsia is probably one of the world’s first examples of the “cut and paste” technique. We will be learning to cut small pieces of colorful or otherwise interesting rocks and actually gluing them together to form intricate scenic and/or geometric patterns. This is a basic class. We will be using flat laps and intarsia grinders but not faceting machines. Materials are provided, but bring some of your own if you like. A start-up kit of basic supplies will be provided in the lab fee. The overall costs for the week will depend upon how many slabs and of which type of material you purchase. They will be less if you have your own material.

In the beginning of the intarsia class you will square a piece of picture stone and then step by step build a border around it and add a back to it. This will be done using super glue and epoxy to attach the pieces. The whole piece will then be grounded smooth and polished. You will learn how to tell when a surface is flat and how to use an intarsia machine (a vertical flat lap), a small trim saw, and a genie (a wheel grinder). After completing this project you will have the basics for most intarsia work and will be shown some other design possibilities and hopefully come up with some of your own. We will try to keep the projects within a 2” square. Previous cabochon making experience would be very helpful. If you bring material for your next projects there is no other additional cost, other than lab fee. I will have low cost material for sale. Sign up early and I will send you more information.

This class is for students who have taken previous jewelry-making classes and have learned the technical skills required for their preferred jewelry fabrication method. This class takes you to the next step by using those techniques to create your own designs.

The objective of this class is to stimulate creativity resulting with more interesting and creative jewelry designs. Some say that you either “have it or not” as far as creativity goes. However, there are design principles that can certainly be learned and applied that guarantee a greater amount of success in creative design.

In this class, we broaden our “tool box” of resources through a series of creative exercises that expand our ability to come up with new, more creative designs.

Some design principles explored are: the use of contrast; texture, size relationships, repetition and color. Contrast is needed to create interest and reduce the possibility of a “static” design. Others are symmetry and asymmetry. Symmetrical design is not nearly as interesting as asymmetrical design. We will explore color principles and learn how a color wheel helps when making color choices, how secondary and tertiary colors interact with our design, for instance.

We will use tools such as a sketchbook, tracing paper, colored pencils, and for non-threatening 3-D exploration, foils and clay.

Through exercises that force us to NOT use our usual methods of creating and decision-making, we discover surprise shapes and forms than can be combined to create designs we might not have thought of otherwise.

You are encouraged to experiment, push and refine your designs by asking yourself, “What if I did this or that?”

Good design is not a linear equation but an evolutionary process. Join us for this intensive, exciting week of exploration.

The class is limited to 8 students, youth 8 to 14 years old. The class fee covers field expenses and supplies. Each student must be able to spend the classroom time without parental intervention and be capable of obeying the adults in charge.

Ed Harris will be assisting his wife, Bonita. The class is limited to 10 students. Youth 8-14 years old. Class fee covers class supplies, upkeep of class tools, computer programs, etc. Each child must be able to spend the classroom time without parental intervention and be capable of obeying the adults in charge. Daily studies include a mini-course in geology (rock cycle, formation and characteristics of rock groups, minerals, gems and fossils) and simple methods of mineral identification. In addition the juniors are introduced to basic skills in some of the lapidary arts which include wire wrap, gem trees, sand bottles, and soap carving. The on-campus field trips allow the juniors to observe up-close usage of lapidary equipment and more advanced projects of the adult workshops. Off-campus field trips are left to the discretion of the parent/guardian. This is a hands-on “Hard Rock” camp for our junior Rockhounds! *Note: Students may bring their own tools and personal rock-mineral collections. Parents and guardians are responsible for the children outside of the class schedule. A child’s guardian must be enrolled in a class during this week and be on premises during class hours.

In this beginning class you will learn the fascination of turning rods of glass into beautiful beads. You will be introduced to methods of shaping, surface decorations dots, stringers, twisties, poking, raking, use of foils and enamels, millefiori, frit, and encasing. You will learn how to use presses and tools and how to make some simple small sculpted beads. Studio set up and safety will also be discussed. The lab fee includes some mandrels, glass and decorative materials, use of books and tools. 100% cotton clothing must be worn. E-mail questions to: outlawdi@aol.com.

Beginning students will learn the fundamentals of lampwork. We will begin with drawing out stringers, and twisties; progressing to dots, stripes, poking, and raking. With hot glass now under control we move on to make critters, both land and sea, buttons, drawer pulls, and plunge flowers. Bring any of your own tools and materials. Wire findings and other materials will be available for stringing. Closed toe shoes and 100% cotton clothing must be worn. Call Judy at 828-361-3100.

Beginning students will learn about studio set up with an emphasis on safety, and then move on to making basic glass beads. Once the basic round shape has been achieved, you will learn how to pull stringers and twisties and use them to add dots, lines, and swirls. You will also learn to make tabs, hearts, flowers, fish, and other shapes as time permits. Metal leaf/foil, encasing, raking, and fun with frit will also be covered. You are encouraged to turn your treasures into wearable art. Wire, chain, Swarovski crystals, and satin cord will be available for purchase or you can bring your own. Didymium glasses are necessary and are included with your tool. But, if you have your own, please bring them. STUDENTS MUST WEAR 100% COTTON CLOTHING AND CLOSED TOE SHOES. Lab fee covers glass, mandrels, frit, and other goodies. Additional materials and supplies are for sale from the instructor. Maximum of 6 students.

This beginning class will include information about studio set up with emphasis on safety, proper use of torches, and annealing procedures. Oxygen/propane torches will be used. Students will explore the magic of playing with hot glass! First we will focus on forming beads into basic shapes, making and applying surface decorations such as dots, stringers, cased stringers, and simple cane. Then students will explore enamels, metallic leaf, frits, dot patterns, gravity effects, and learn to make simple flowers. Students will use many tools and begin to learn encasing techniques. The lab fee covers enough glass and materials to make beads for many projects. Tools and additional glass will be available for purchase. A kit is supplied for student use that contains didymium glasses and basic tools. An Optivisor, clip-on magnifier, or similar vision enhancement is recommended. Cotton clothing (or a heavy cotton or light leather apron) and closed toe shoes are required. E-mail questions to aroyer55@gmail.com.

This class is not structured for students. It is aimed at teaching instructors to improve their glass bead art and teaching techniques through sharing information and demonstrating at least 2 beads during the course of the week. No lab fee. Bring all your own supplies/glass. I will have glass available if needed. Closed toe shoes and 100% cotton clothing are required. Email me with any questions at peppersjudy1@gmail.com.

We will focus on achieving shape, balance, color, and reactions you want; developing an understanding of heat base, precise stringer control, use of gravity and simple tools for shaping hot glass; developing precision and ease of working with the glass; translating the vision in your head to the glass on your mandrel and practicing the importance of PATIENCE.

Explore way to create unique beads using striped and cased stringer, stacked dots, millefiori, twisties, and latticino. You will learn techniques that will further your exploration of glass, including heat control, larger core beads, stringer control, encasing skills, color theory and color mixing. This class is designed for lampworkers who have some experience and are ready to advance their skills. You should bring your own tools to class. CLOSED TOE SHOES AND 100% COTTON CLOTHING MUST BE WORN. Betty can be contacted through www.bijoux-de-terre.com

This class explores lampworking techniques basic to making organic beads. These include heat control, larger core beads, encasing, the use of silver leaf and foil as the basis for “organic” beads, silver reactive glass, twisties, reduction frit, dichro, powdered glass, color theory, color mixing and the art of making technical choices with relation to bead making. This class is designed for lampworkers who have some experience and are ready to advance their skills. You should bring your own tools to class. CLOSED TOE SHOES AND 100% COTTON CLOTHING MUST BE WORN. Contact Betty at www.bijoux-de-terre.com.

Students will explore in more detail the skills taught in Lampwork I. They will also learn to make sculpted beads such as shells, frogs, lizards, and fish. We will make garden beads, hollow beads and off mandrel hearts. We will make complex latticino, use dichroic glass, shards, fuming and make vessels. Dione encourages her students to explore their creativity to use different colors and shapes of beads. The lab fee includes some mandrels, glass and use of decorative materials, books and tools.

The focus will be on large beads and organics. Bring any of your own tools/glasses, etc. Most glass is supplied. Closed toe shoes and 100% cotton clothing must be worn. Call if you have any questions 828-361-3100.

This intermediate class is recommended for those with previous flameworking experience. The class will review safety and bead basics and then create larger beads with more elaborate decorations than the beginning class. The interests of the class members will determine which of the myriad techniques will be taught in each class. For example, students may choose from surface, encased and sculptured flowers; dichroic application; making latticino cane; building simple murrini; and encasing techniques. Other techniques will be taught as well. We may also make buttons, drawer knobs, and if time allows, coldworking techniques will be demonstrated. The lab fee will cover enough glass and materials to make several bead projects. Additional glass and tools will be available for purchase. A kit is supplied for student use that contains didymium glasses and basic tools. An Optivisor, clip-on magnifier, or similar vision enhancement is recommended. Cotton clothing (or heavy cotton or leather apron) and closed-toe shoes are required. Contact Ann at aroyer55@gmail.com

We will focus on refining your ability to maintain good “puckers” or evenly flat ends near bead holes, pull stringer of a useable thickness, apply dots and/or designs on bead with control over placement and consistence of size and bead encasement. Additional focus will be given to heat control, pulling consistent and even twisties and latticino cane, developing more precise and detailed stringer control, improvement at achieving consistent and even 3D shapes including bicones, hearts etc. and most importantly PATIENCE!

Wondering what that rock you picked up on vacation might be? Do you enjoy the thrill of finding a jewel just lying on the ground? This class will start you on your journey to mineral identification. We will have class discussion, field trips and hands-on experience to help you identify your finds. Be sure to bring your old clothes, shoes and boots for our outings. The only other items you will want to bring with you would be hammers and gold pans, a sharp eye and your enthusiasm.

This course will provide a background for individuals who would like to learn the essentials of what to look for and what to avoid in shopping for gem stones. We will study instruments such as a microscope, dichroscope, refractometer and polariscope. Also, wondering what that rock you picked up on vacation might be? We will learn how to identify minerals. There will be class lecture and discussion, field trips and hands on experience to help you identify your finds. Be sure to bring old clothes, shoes and boots for our outings. The only other items you will want to bring with you would be a rock/pic hammer, a sharp eye and your enthusiasm.

Sarah Lee has been cutting opals since the early 1990’s. She teaches a structured 14-step method for cutting and polishing various types of opal. For the first two days of class, opals are cut from a kit provided by Sarah Lee. Students may bring their own opal rough or the instructor will have many types of opals, books, various supplies available for purchase. The lab fee includes the opal kit, which contains 8 opals, a doublet, and triplet. After completion of the 10-piece kit, students will be able to cut all types of opals with her help and guidance. Friday afternoons are reserved for evaluation and critiquing of the opals cut during class. Instructor will contact each student prior to class.

This class covers cutting Australian opal, Boulder opal, Mexican opal, Ethiopian opal and Spencer opal. Joe teaches making doublets and triplets in addition to freeform and calibrated opals. His class uses the Genie, Pixie, Ameritool universal flat lap, band saw, trim saw, buffers and anything else that is new to the market. He also covers using OPAL CURE, a method he invented to seal cracks in opal and all stones including agates using a simple technique. He also discusses appraisal methods and everyone appraises one of their stones using an Australian appraisal system on a computer that generates a printed appraisal sheet. There will be a class lab fee for consumable materials used in class. It will also include materials for one tripod shape using reconstituted borders and opal chips in epoxy. Opal rough for the week averages $100+, depending on the grade of opal desired. Opal and ring findings for inlay will be available for purchase.

In this class, you will learn about various types of opals, how to cut and polish opal, how to “read” a stone before and during cutting, various equipment and supplies used to cut, opal valuation, and why opal is such a unique and mysterious gemstone. Focus will be on Black Opal, Lightning Ridge mining and geography (why these opals can be tricky and how to approach them), and opal fossils. Various priced opals, books, and supplies are available for purchase. Previous class in opals is encouraged but not required. Students are invited to bring their own opal as well.

A basic course in identifying, cutting, and polishing opals, this class is a structured approach for beginners using a ten-piece kit containing selected common and precious opals. The fee covers the cost of the kit plus all necessary supplies. After completion of the kit, students will be able to cut all types of opals with ample help and guidance. Students may bring their own opals or purchase from an extensive in-house inventory. Friday afternoons are reserved for evaluation and constructive criticism of opals cut during class using a methodology developed by Dr. Paul Downing.

In response to requests from former students, Sarah Lee is offering a master class in opals in which students will work with their own stash of opals in independent study under Sarah Lee’s guidance. In this class, students will construct an opal mosaic using opal chips; pendants; and Opal Inlays, (by using opal material that may otherwise be thrown away). Students, who would like to try their hand at opal carving, should bring their Dremel or Foredom for use in this class. Instructor will contact each student prior to class.

The carving class will concentrate on the free-form, flow carving of opals. This will include methods for polishing uneven sculptured surfaces. Students may bring a flex shaft tool such as a Dremel or Foredom. Additional tools will be available for use in carving, plus a variety of other equipment and materials to (finish) their pieces. Instructor will contact each student prior to class.

This class is geared for teenagers between 11 and 14. It is intended for those with little or no experience in clay. We will cover clay preparation, color mixing, basic cane making, how to form various bead shapes, how to make textured surfaces, and baking strategies. Students will make beads and pendants for jewelry, earrings, and may learn how to make some animals (their choice). This includes handouts, instructions, and clay for basic projects. Extra clay and some supplies will be available for purchase or students are welcome to bring their own clay, etc. If all the supplies are purchased from the teacher, see estimated costs.

Learn to work with polymer in this step by step basic introduction taught by renowned artist Barbara McGuire. The introductory series class is designed to guide beginners or heighten the skill level of those already familiar with polymer clay. Classes focus on technique, with a simple finished bead or brooch completed with each concept so students have a working knowledge of the process presented. Topics covered include a complete understanding of clay basics, how to mix and blend color, simple caning techniques, structuring, texturing, molding, shaping and finishing. Emphasis is on quality of work and developing design skills. A basic supply of white, black, translucent and pearl clay is required. Students will be provided with a complete digital summary of all techniques and all materials needed for a presentation of a finished work of art. Tools provided.

In From Blends to Blooms you will create several polymer clay flower and leaf canes. We begin by mixing clay to create a personal color palette. We will use these colors to create blends; from these blends we will assemble beautiful flowers and leaves. Once we have created our flowers and leaves I will teach you how to make floral fabrics to cover items, make beads and other pieces to create one of a kind jewelry. This is a technique based class, not a production class. We will do a few projects during the week but this is not the main focus of this class. Each student will receive a kit that will include clay to make approx. 10 canes, a clay blade, mini acrylic rod and a few other tools to use during class and take home at the end of the week. I will provide many tools and supplies to use during class. Extra clay and supplies will be available for purchase during the week if needed. We will be using KATO polyclay during the week; it is the best clay to make canes. If you bring extra clay please bring KATO, it bakes at 300 degrees and all items will be baked together in the same oven at 300 degrees. You do not need to bring anything with you to class if you don’t want to, I will have everything you need, but if you have a pasta machine, tools, supplies, items to cover, bring them too! That will be great!

In the Kaleidoscope Cane Class you will create several polymer clay Kaleidoscope canes. We begin by mixing clay to create a personal color palette. We will use these colors to create blends; from these blends we will make component canes and assemble Kaleidoscope Canes. I will teach you how to use these canes to cover items, make beads and other pieces to create one of a kind jewelry. This is a technique based class, not a production class. We will do a few projects during the week but this is not the main focus of this class.

Each student will receive a kit that will include clay to make approx. 8 canes, a clay blade, mini acrylic rod and a few other tools to use during class and take home at the end of the week. I will provide many tools and supplies to use during class. Extra clay and supplies will be available for purchase during the week if needed. We will be using KATO polyclay during the week; it is the best clay to make canes. If you bring extra clay please bring KATO, it bakes at 300 degrees and all items will be baked together in the same oven at 300 degrees. You do not need to bring anything with you to class if you don’t want to, I will have everything you need, but if you have a pasta machine, tools, supplies, items that you want to cover, bring them! This is great too!

In Polymer Clay Surface Design, we will mix clay to create a personal color palette. We will explore several different polymer clay techniques, such as mica shift, translucent layering, mokume gane and others each day. We will cover items or create beads and other one of a kind jewelry pieces with the designs we create. Each student will receive a kit that will include clay to create each technique, a clay blade, mini acrylic rod and a few other tools to use during class and take home at the end of the week. I will provide many tools and supplies to use during class. Extra clay and supplies will be available for purchase during the week if needed. We will be using KATO polyclay during the week; it is a strong, professional art material, perfect for jewelry making. If you bring extra clay please bring KATO, it bakes at 300 degrees and all items will be baked together in the same oven at 300 degrees. You do not need to bring anything with you to class if you don’t want to, I will have everything you need, but if you have a pasta machine, tools, supplies, findings, wire, stringing material, items that you want to cover, bring them! This is great too!

Faces – the most challenging cane of all! Create an investment you will have for years to come. This class helps to understand shape, proportion, and coloring to create a life-like cane with personality. Your understanding of facial features and canes will change forever! Application of the finished cane into finished projects will also be presented. Students need to bring 1 lb. translucent. Premo is the preferred clay for ease of use, but Kato or Pardo Art Clay can be substituted if the student has had experience caning with these brands. Additional colors provided in class fee. Necessary tools provided but this is an advanced class and students should bring personal tools such as rollers (acrylic with handle preferred) and your own pasta machine if desired. In addition to colored clay, students will be provided with a complete digital summary of all techniques and all materials needed for a presentation of a finished work of art.

Polymer is a playground for sculpture and this class brings out the expressive potential of the doll form. We will begin with an overview of possibilities and build on found objects to create structure. Polymer components, adornments, and surface design will be utilized to give the work its color, form and texture. We will even dedicate one day to making jewelry dolls. In lieu of making face canes, Barbara will share an assortment of her face cane collection as well collected molds to create the face of the dolls. This class is a design discovery process and focuses on creating a quality work of art. A basic supply of white, black, translucent and pearl clay is required. In addition to colored clay, students will be provided with a complete digital summary of all techniques and all materials needed for a presentation of a finished work of art. Class fee includes canes, surface treatments, and found objects. Tools provided although personal tools or pasta machine are appropriate.

Everybody loves a butterfly and what a great building block these colorful creatures are for beautiful work. This week long class will teach nothing but butterfly and dragonfly canes with a painterly effect in mind. The first presentation will consist of color blending and the rest of the week in building the canes. The final summary will focus on working with the canes to make bead sets, pins and gorgeous jewelry applications, complete with professional finishing. A basic supply of white, black, translucent and pearl clay is required. In addition to colored clay, students will be provided with a complete digital summary of all techniques and all materials needed for a presentation of a finished work of art. Tools provided although personal tools or pasta machine are appropriate.

Everybody loves a garden - and what a great building block flower are for beautiful work. This week long class will teach nothing but flower and leaf canes with a painterly effect in mind. All skill levels welcome. The first presentation will consist of color blending and the rest of the week in building the canes. The final summary will focus on working with the canes to make bead sets, pins and gorgeous jewelry applications, complete with professional finishing. A basic supply of white, black, translucent and pearl clay is required. In addition to colored clay, students will be provided with a complete digital summary of all techniques and all materials needed for a presentation of a finished work of art. Tools provided although personal tools or pasta machine are appropriate.

Learn the old craft of scrimshaw as you progress from simple patterns to finished gift quality projects. You'll learn the techniques of line cutting, stippling and color as you work under the instructor's guidance to complete between two and six projects. We'll also cover the history of scrimshaw, how to identify and work with different types of ivory, the laws affecting it, and how to make and maintain your tools. Drawing skills are not a prerequisite though patience is a plus. All ivory used in the class is completely legal for student use. Students will need: Two clean pieces of t-shirt or diaper weight material; Optivisor-type headgear (suggested #5 or #7); A bottle of rubber cement (contact cement); A small hand-towel to support your material; and a roll of masking tape (1/2” to 1” wide). The class fee will depend on material cost at the time of the class. For this you will receive tools, sufficient ivory for up to 8 projects, and all required support material for these projects including patterns, inks, pattern reproduction, wood veneers, artist pens and pencils, and other related material. Additional working material and tools will be available for purchase.

This class will introduce shop safety, tools, sawing techniques, solder, soldering and hammering for design. Students will learn closed and open back techniques for jewelry design. Each student will have the opportunity to create 4 to 7 items (ring, pendant and bracelet). Creativity is encouraged. Silver and cabochons will be available for purchase at market value. Class fee covers solder saw blades, education materials and other items. Bring your favorite tools. An Optivisor is required.

This class is geared for the beginning silver student. I have been working with silver & stone material for several years, and I have been teaching a silversmithing class in Nashville since 2007. My own designs tend to be very whimsical and imaginative in nature. I also work in cabochons, silver, faceting, channel, enamel and intarsia. Basic safety, proper use of the tools and torch, and a few unexpected ideas can all be found in my class. I will teach my students to make a closed back and an open back pendant, two bracelets and a ring. Then you will have time to work on your own designs or some of the other projects that I have available. If you have your own cabochons, go ahead and bring them. The school supplies all the needed tools, and you are asked not to bring your own tools, due to limited space in the classroom. There will be a class fee and material fees will be totaled up before Friday morning. I will have a supply of silver and cabochons for my students to buy if needed. Stones will be priced according to the type of material and the size, and silver will be based on the current market price and type of material. Students can expect to spend based on the amount of silver, prices of stones used and number of projects completed. I will provide a notebook with printed material and several items for students to keep, as well as all the odds and ends that we might need. Students can expect to complete five to seven projects and have a great time in the process.

In this class students will learn the basics of silver from lighting and how to handle the torch, soldering, sawing, and hammering. You will learn how to buff & polish your pieces. Approximately 6 projects will be completed at a cost of $20 – $60 each. The lab fee covers the use of paste solder, saw blades, ultra cleaner to clean finished work after polishing, and cupronil to prevent fire scale. It will not be necessary for you to bring tools to this class.

In this class students will learn the basics of silver from lighting and how to handle the torch, soldering, sawing, and hammering. You will learn how to buff & polish your pieces. Approximately 6 projects will be completed at a cost of $20 – $60 each. The lab fee covers the use of paste solder, saw blades, ultra cleaner to clean finished work after polishing, and cupronil to prevent fire scale. It will not be necessary for you to bring tools to this class.

Allen's class will concentrate on the use of tools for cutting, forming, soldering, and polishing silver. Projects will include a bracelet, a ring, and a pendant. Each student should be able to make at least 6 projects and go home with the ability to continue. Silver will be available from the instructor for purchase. A lab fee may be charged. All tools will be provided. An Optivisor is optional but safety glasses are a must, and must be provided by the student.

This class is for beginners and old timers alike. Learn to “Upcycle” your old sterling silver flatware into wearable jewelry. This class will cover traditional & non-traditional spoon jewelry techniques. Sterling silver flatware will be available for sale in class. Total costs will depend on spot price of material time of class. (No silver plate or stainless flatware allowed for use in this class. Instructor will show how to identify the difference between them.)

This beginning class teaches the basic techniques of sawing, soldering, forging, and cabochon setting with a strong emphasis on properly finishing the jewelry pieces. The students will have one mandatory piece and their remaining work will incorporate the personal design ideas of the student. Silver and other supplies will be available from the instructors.

This class covers safety, handling pickle solution, eye protection, buffing, and handling the torch. Tools and their proper use are covered. We will learn to make the basic ring, pendent, and the use of different flux. Silver kits to make different rings, pendants, and earrings are provided. Students will be taught in a step-by-step approach. Silver will be available for purchase at instructor’s cost. The cost will depend on silver and materials used. Contact Mack at mmotort32@aol.com

This class is designed for the beginning students and stresses metal forming, sawing, shaping, soldering, and finishing. The class will have three projects and a kit with all the materials needed for the projects will be provided. The cost of the kit will vary with the market prices when the materials are obtained.

This class is for students who wish to continue to ADD to their knowledge of metalsmithing. Students should have taken 2 Silver I classes previously. You will make 4 to 7 items. Silver & Cabochons will be available for purchase at market value. We will use open and closed back techniques for design. I encourage creativity.

This course is an introduction to Russian and Norwegian Filigree. Students will learn to make fine silver filigree wire to use in their designs. Knowledge of soldering, shop safety, and jewelry polishing is a must. Projects will be selected by the instructor with consideration for student design. Four+ projects ranging from $15 – $60 may be completed. The class fee includes solder, flux, cratex wheels, and handouts. Tools are provided but you may bring your favorite tools. Fine Silver, .999 Silver and .925 Sterling Silver, is used in this class. Current market value for silver will effect estimated materials cost.

This Silver II class will prepare the student to design and fabricate truly one-of-a-kind creations. We will build on the skills learned in Silver I; soldering, and classroom safety. We will guide the students using solid design principles to take an idea and make a masterpiece. The lab fee will cover expendable supplies such as saw blades, flux and solder. Silver will be available at current market price. In addition we will have some stones available for sale. If you have your own tools, silver, and stones, you are welcome to bring them. Approximate cost of this class depends on the cost of silver and the size and number of projects.

Students will work from projects selected by Dan. There will be a lab fee and 5-7 projects with prices ranging from $35 – $100. Sometimes 14K accents will be used in a project. Please bring your own tools.

The student will learn the art of overlay-design, stamping-design, and use of turquoise in designing jewelry.

This class is NOT the clasps class some of you may have taken from me in 2008 and 2010. This class will cover different, less complex clasps. We will cover ways to connect necklaces and make a custom hand-made pin catch. Some of the clasps are: a slotted domed clasp, a slotted tubular clasp, a disc clasp, and a hinged pin catch and pin stem. There will also be a “surprise” clasp to be announced in class. I will be supplying all of the metals required for the class to complete all of the projects. Class cost will depend on the cost of silver. On August 2011 this class would run about $150 – $200.

This Silver II advanced class will focus on the different way in which to form metal. We will energetically explore the plastic nature of the material by stretching, compressing and using a variety of techniques such as; fold forming, anticlastic and synclastic raising, along with the use of stakes, hammers, and a variety of traditional forming methods. This is a fun class where forms spark inspiration and ideas spring forth as fast as you can hammer them into being. In this class you have the opportunity to make your own plastic forming hammer and give it a good work out. For the sake of economy we will be using copper for most of the exercises, though some silver will be available from the instructor. The copper is covered in the class fee. The idea of this class is to give you a vocabulary of forms and techniques to enrich your jewelry making experience. You will leave this class with an armful of copper “sketches” to augment your creativity. Although not a production class the opportunity exists to complete several jewelry items.

This class is in response to the numerous requests from students who liked the tool making parts of other classes and they thought I should dedicate one whole class to tools. Have you always wanted to make your own tools? We will be constructing some of the basic tools in the jeweler’s bench. Hammers, tongs, graver, prong pusher design and forming punches along with many others will be included. Personalizing your tools will also be addressed as well as form and function. The importance of steel, it’s shaping and heat treatments will be covered as well as the best materials for other tools. The fee is $175 and all of the materials will be supplied for this class.

This class is for people who have had a hard time trying to solder. We will primarily use one solder (medium solder) using wire solder. The student will learn the proper use of hand tools, sawing with the silver saw, and the use of the dapping block. Safety concerns with the torch will be covered, including how to check for leaks. Handouts will be given on almost everything that will be made. While Southwestern jewelry is the class focus, other types of jewelry can be considered. Tools for students are provided. Silver and stones may be purchased from the instructor at close to cost. There will be a lab fee; this covers the first project that will be made in this class. Mack teaches a little different than the other instructors. Class cost depends on how many projects you make.

The clay is composed of precious metal, as very fine powder placed into an organic binder with water. When fired properly, the binder burns off and the metal fuses to become pure silver or 22K gold. Five projects present the use of PMC in all four forms: clay, paste, syringe, and sheet. Projects include the use of PMC with glass and gemstones that are able to withstand being fired in a kiln. Prior PMC experience is recommended but not required. What to bring and tool lists: The student may bring any tools and equipment useful in working with metal, ceramic or polymer clay, or traditional metalsmithing. We know that the class experience improves if the student has lots of “playthings.” THE ONLY PIECE OF EQUIPMENT WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU BRING IS AN OptiVISOR which you may borrow from the school for use during class or purchase from the school on Monday morning. The student is required to bring NO tools, only a spirit of adventure and a willingness to try new things

Four projects will be covered, building upon the techniques completed in the Basic class. There is also time for the students to work on special extra projects. There will be many extra demonstrations. The class will work with PMC, as well as 24K gold foil and other materials such as natural stones and enamel. The student MAY bring any tools and equipment useful in working with metal, ceramic or polymer clay or traditional metalsmithing. We know that the class experience improves if the student has lots of “playthings.” THE ONLY PIECE OF EQUIPMENT WE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED IS AN OptiVISOR, which you may borrow from the school for use during class or purchase at the school on Monday morning. The student is required to bring NO tools, only a spirit of adventure and a willingness to try new things.

Level 3 is a new class. It presents advanced techniques using the 3 types of PMC 3 (clay type, paste and syringe). The class takes the student beyond the projects of Levels 1 and 2 to even more complex projects. The goal of the class is to make the student comfortable with advanced silver clay techniques for making, firing and finishing, using just 2 projects. As with the prior classes, the techniques are very specific, but the students are encouraged to explore personal creativity in their designs. This more advanced understanding of PMC will offer an expanded base for the student to use PMC more extensively. In the Level Three Certification class you will learn advanced techniques in PMC, setting a large natural gemstone and making a hinged box, which is carved and embellished with Keum-Bo. This exciting and informative class will take you to new levels of understanding PMC. Your instructors are skilled Metalsmiths who will further enlighten your PMC creative path! What to bring and tool list: The same as Level I and Level II.

This beginning class will acquaint students with the various types of stained glass, tools and chemicals used in stained glass fabrication. We will start by making a small panel, which allows students to practice glass cutting and the copper foil method of fabrication. The student will choose other projects with the instructor’s guidance. A lab fee covers the first project and materials. Glass and tools will be available from the instructors.

NO experience required. In this class, student will study the Leaded Glass technique for making stained glass panels. The first day will be spent in glass cutting training and practice sessions. Then, we will begin learning to cut, fit and lead the stained glass panel. Student will also receive in-depth training on how to correctly solder leaded panels, and to properly cement (or putty) the panels. Additionally, we teach methods for finishing the outside border.

NO experience required. In this beginner class, student will learn the Copper Foil technique (Tiffany-method) for constructing stained glass panels. You will learn to cut glass, to grind and fit the glass pieces, how to properly apply the copper foil, and how to correctly solder the panel. Students will complete TWO sun-catchers, with many classes making a third project. The lab fee covers all glass, copper foil, chemicals, solder, and lead required for the two glass panels.

Bring your creativity to this class – but rest assured you do NOT need to be an artist! You will learn design aspects, how to create your own patterns from scratch or amended from commercial patterns. Bring a favorite photograph or a pattern you feel is too complicated for your skill level. You will construct at least one panel during the week. Bring your own tools and a roll of 60/40 solder. Everything else will be provided. This is not a beginning class and basic skills will not be covered.

Students will construct a panel approximately 12x16 inches using the lead cane method. This is an advanced class; students should have good cutting skills. Basics will NOT be covered in this class. Wear closed toe shoes. Students should bring their own tools and a roll of 50/50 solder. All other materials and supplies will be included.

This class will focus on selecting glass to best suit your pattern. Cutting, grinding and foiling textured glass will be stressed. Students will construct a panel approximately 12x16 inches with a bevel border. This is not a beginning class. Basic skills will not be covered. Wear closed toe shoes. Bring your own tools and soldering irons and a roll of 60/40 solder. All other supplies and materials will be provided.

The process of setting gemstones ranges from simple to complex. In this basic class we will start with simple settings and progress to more complex ones building skills along the way. We will be making most of our settings from sheet and wire enabling you to set stones beyond the conventional sizes and shapes. Some of the setting types taught during this week will be; bezel, tube, prong, and bead setting. Good eyesight and soldering skills are a must, along with hand-eye coordination. Bring magnification, 7X or 10X Optivisor is standard though other brands are just fine. Students may bring their own stones for some of the mountings. The fee includes all of the materials.

This class is for the beginning student. Sara's beginning class for wire wrap has a slightly different "twist". She combines beginning wire wrapping with beads. This class covers all of the basics of wire art for the beginner. You will make a beaded chain, earrings, wrap a cabochon or three, make bracelets, and much more. The student will learn about wire, how and when to use which size, when to use soft versus hard, how to measure, etc. The student is welcomed to bring their own beads and wire, or choose from a selection of economical beads as well as fine crystals. The lab fee covers all printed materials, use of teacher’s tools & odds and ends. Materials will depend on the price of silver/gold. Wire will be available in your choice of sterling silver or 14 Kt gold-filled.

For the true beginner, this course will present the most basic information about wire and the tools available, while presenting projects that allow the student to steadily build the skills required to accomplish increasingly complex designs. If you have wanted to take a course involving wire, but were concerned that it would be too hard, or if you have been away from wire for an extended period, or if you just have questions about the basics of wire wrapping, this is the class for you. Initial projects will include earrings, pendants, and ring. From that point, the student will select from other projects. Students may bring tools, wire, cabochons, beads and supplies. Tools are available for purchase from the instructor. Optivisor or magnifying clip-ons are strongly recommended. A class fee covers handouts and practice wire. Total costs will depend on additional supplies purchased and metals market prices. Contact instructor at: slbergquist@cox.net with questions about the course.

The class will consist of using different wires, tools and techniques. Students will make a basic bracelet, pendant, and earrings with variations of each. There is no prerequisite. Material fees will depend on supplies used and current market value. The lab fee includes a work mat, practice wire, marker pen, handouts, as well as miscellaneous pieces of wire for certain projects. Contact Pat by email at: pandcbrown@comcast.net for more information.

Students will make pendants, bracelets, and earrings. If you have tools, you are encouraged to bring them. I will advise if they are proper tools. The school will provide tools for the class. Patterns for jewelry will be chosen from other artisans or from the instructor. Total cost of class will depend upon supplies purchased. My Email: achum4405@yahoo.com.

This class covers the basics of making jewelry with gold filled and sterling wire. We will be using dead soft, half round, and half hard wire. The school furnishes the tools to use in class for the week. If you have had classes in wire and have your own tools and wire, you may bring them to class. We will make pendants, bracelets, rings and other projects. The teacher will have all of the necessary items to make these projects. An Optivisor is required and can be purchased from the school. A lab fee includes a book with directions for each of the projects plus a notebook and pen. I will have wire kits to purchase for a beginner. The cost depends on your purchases. Email: wb4mgu@msn.com

Beginning students will learn the basic techniques of wire. You will make a bracelet, ring, earrings, and pendants. Wire and supplies will be available for purchase or you can bring you own. The lab fee will cover the first project and practice wire. Additional cost varies depends on materials purchased.

This class is geared for teenagers between 11 and 14. It is intended for those with little or no experience in wire. Students will learn basic wire wrapping, WigJig use, coil making, and jewelry basics. The class covers fun wire, and patterns for several pieces. You will complete a minimum of 8 projects from provided materials. Additional wire, beads, and complete project kits will be available for additional fees ($6 - $20 per kit). Depending on the complexity of the project and material selected, you may spend additional money. You are welcome to bring your own fun wire (we use Para-Wire), silver or gold-filled wire, beads, cabochons, and other materials.

This is truly a beginning Wire I class filled with fun and packed with learning possibilities. The student will be taught theory as well as practical applications. Each student will leave with the understanding of various wire types, sizes, tempers, and their uses. Practical applications will allow the student to create jewelry from wire and stones.

A total of twelve to fourteen (12 to 14) projects should be expected to be completed. Projects include a simple ring, simple bracelet, calibrated pendant, donut, simple earring, un-calibrated pendent, more complex earring, more complex bracelet, and a couple of more advanced pieces. Each project will vary in either type of wire, the method of creation, or the type of stone. No two projects are alike. At the end of class the student should be able to wrap any stone into jewelry. Students will also learn how to correctly purchase a commercial cabochon and how to wrap with square wire. The student will receive a complete list of projects, cost of class and other necessary information approximately four to five weeks prior to class start time. This will also include a complete list of materials covered in the lab fee. Students do not bring any wire, stones, or tools to class. Tools are maintained and provided by the instructor. Wire and stones are included in the complete price of the class. This is a beginning class and the new student may find it hard to purchase the correct materials. This will be covered in class, and at class end the student should be able to purchase any material or tool needed on their own.

Pricing of the finished product and sales techniques will be covered in class. Students will be taught how to clean jewelry correctly and will be expected to clean their own under supervision in the classroom. Each student will be given a list of requirements necessary to progress to Wire II; a complete list of tools necessary for the beginning wire artist; and the contact sources of several locations to purchase their needs. The instructor will also have for sale all necessary equipment for the beginning wire artist. Projects will be in both gold and silver. Students are required to bring their Optivisor. This is a must have. Class costs will vary according to the price of gold and silver. Come prepared to learn theory and how to make it work to create jewelry. Any person with questions should feel free to contact the instructor at any time. Contact number: 843-634-6497 or jimndee@shtc.net.

Bracelets, bracelets, and more bracelets! Are they the hardest thing you have ever tried to make, the thrill of your wire career, or just something you want more practice with? If you answered, yes, to one of these you are in the right place. Hurry and sign up for this class.

This is a class that I have thought about for a long time and have finally decided to put into action. As a Wire I instructor, my students get to complete one or maybe two bracelets in a week. This will be a full week of nothing but bracelets. Each student can expect to complete approximately ten (10) bracelets during this class. We will be using the rolling mill, using round wire, square wire, and pattern wire. We will also be using half hard and dead soft wire. Three different clasps will be taught. I am also going to try to cut the cost of this class for the student by working in only copper and silver. Each of these metals make pretty bracelets by themselves, but when combined, they can be spectacular. Students may bring their own supplies, but is they choose not to, all supplies will be available from the instructor. Also available will be any type of tools that you may need to purchase. I will send out a detailed list of supplies needed along with the types of wire and the footage necessary about 6 weeks prior to the start of class. This letter will also include the cost if you choose to purchase supplies from the instructor and a description of the lab fee. Materials cost depend on current metal quotes. Happy bracelet making! Contact: (843) 643-6497 Home or jimndee@shtc.net

This class is for the novice and the experienced wire wrapper. This new contemporary view on wire wrapping will introduce a new perspective to your creative process. Using sterling, copper and brass wire in all gauges and shapes we will start with basic wire wrapping skills and move through bead wraps, connectors, weaving and coiling. We will also use a butane torch and metalsmithing skills such as forming and forging to create some fabulous pieces. Time permitting we will explore a simple enameling technique to add color to your wire creations. Class fee includes wire and beads for 2 pair of earrings as well as handouts. Students should be able to make at least 10 pieces of jewelry depending on choice of projects and speed. If you have personal hand tools such as round pliers, flat nose pliers, or Optivisor, feel free to bring those. Williams Holland has tools for use and instructor will also have tools and kits for sale if you want to take additional kits home.

Students will learn the Tools, Techniques and Safety Tips for the Art of Wire Wrapped Jewelry. Students will use Brass, Copper, Sterling Silver and Gold-filled 21 gauge square and 20 gauge ½ round, dead soft and ½ hard wire. Projects for the class will be bracelets, pendants, rings and earrings. Students are welcome to bring their own tools, wire and materials to use. The school has tools available to use in class. Printed material (instruction book & tips book) and some copper and brass practice wire are included in lab fee. Students will be contacted 4 to 6 weeks before class with a list of wire and materials needed. For more info please contact Ron at cell 419-233-8814 or home 419-371-2770 or e-mail: wrappedonstone@live.com

This is a beginning class that has a more contemporary approach to wire wrap. There will be less rosettes and fine details. There will be cleaner lines that emphasize the beads or stones. Glass beads will be the main focus of many of the projects. The students will learn to make bracelets, earrings, pendants, and rings. You are welcome to bring your own beads, or use the beads I will have available. The lab fee will include printed material, practice wire and the wire for the first project. For more information email me at: outlawdi@aol.com or call 407-414-9186

Students will learn the techniques and skill necessary to make projects, which include bracelets, pendants, earrings, rings, and other projects as time allows. Tool kits are available for the students use in class if they do not have their own. However students are welcome to bring their own tools and supplies. The average cost for supplies and materials depends upon supplies and tools purchased as well as the cost of precious metals at the time of the class. The lab fee covers the cost of copper practice wire, tape, and handouts.

Students in the beginning class can expect to have a lot of fun, while learning the basic fundamentals of making bracelets, earrings, pendants, rings and other items, as time permits. The school furnishes tools necessary for the projects. All wire, stones, beads, and other items necessary for the class are available from the instructor. Costs for students in the beginning class depend on choice of material and tools purchased.

This course offers a fun filled week where beginning students learn the basics of wire jewelry while they create unique pendants, bracelets, earrings, and rings from shining strands of wire and beautiful gemstones. Due to the high cost of metals, the instructor will have silver plated, gold plated, copper or antique copper available for purchase. If students would prefer to work in Sterling Silver, Argentium or Gold Filled Wire they will need to bring their own wire based on the required types/gauges posted on the materials list on the William Holland School Website. The instructor will furnish handouts and tools for the projects. She will also have wire, tools, gemstones and beads available for purchase to complete the class projects. Students will need to use an Optivisor or other reading magnification so they can see clearly. Bring your creativity and imagination and get ready to have a blast!! Lab fee covers the cost of the materials for the first project, and all handouts. Total costs depend upon supplies and materials purchased as well as the cost of metals at the time of the class.

Wire I is a learning experience towards becoming a Wire Artist. You will learn the basics of the use and application of wire. We will be making pendants, bracelets, earrings, and a simple ring among other things. I will have all supplies needed to start you off. We will be working in 21 and 22 gold filled and sterling silver. Lab fee includes instructions and such. Wire cost goes according to the price of gold filled and sterling silver. Come to learn, have fun, and stretch your imagination. For further info call 386-467-2421.

This is a specialty Wire I class that is totally devoted to the active Wire I student. I have listened to suggestions for the past nine years for the need for a class that will assist the Wire I student in making the transition to Wire II. I have finally heard you (my students). The aim of this class is to help the Wire I student who has had the required two (2) Wire I classes and is headed toward Wire II as their next step. It is not for the remedial Wire II student. If you have had a Wire II class, then this class is NOT for you, even if you feel that you were not successful with your Wire II projects in the previous class.

In this class we will advance into prongs, wrap with square wire, use dichroic cabochons, and gain a brief introduction into wire sculpture. Projects will include a more complicated cabochons wire wrap, detailed wrapping of faceted stones, pronged cabochons, rockers for faceted stones, a more complicated bracelet, possibly a pronged ring, smaller sized cabochon, and much more attention to detail. This attention to detail will give the student more confidence for the step into Wire II.

Students can expect to complete at least ten (10) projects. You will be contacted 4 to 6 weeks prior to class with a detailed list of supplies to bring to work with. All stones (cabbed and faceted) will be provided by the instructor and a price list will accompany the materials list. This is done to be able to have all students working on the same size or shape of stone at the same time. I truly am looking forward to this class and the next step with the Wire I students and hope this will ease your adjustment into Wire II. Total costs will vary with the rising cost of necessary materials. Contact: 843-634-6497 or jimndee@shtc.net.

Pronged rings, woven bracelets and other projects out of books will be created. Please bring your ideas and projects you would like to make. There will be a lab fee which includes printouts of projects and material for the first basic project. Material fees will vary depending on the number and types of projects the student chooses as well as the cost of metals at the time of the class. Your tools and materials are provided.

The students will make bracelets, pendants, rings, earrings, as well as other projects in several different styles. Students should plan on providing their own wire in either sterling silver or gold-filled. Mostly 20, 21, 22 gauge square wire and 18 and 20 gauge half-hard half-round wire will be used for wraps. Students should bring their own tools and any wire, cabochons, and beads they have to use in class. Supplies purchased in class will be sold at current market value. The lab fee will cover most project patterns and miscellaneous items.

Bobbie has been wirewrapping for 20 years. She has been teaching at William Holland for three. Wire II is going to be along the same lines as Wire I. She will have some harder things to do also from her own stash or other artisans. Bring your own wire and tools that you have. Instructor will also have wire to sell if you run out. Please bring your beads, cabs, whatever you may need. Class costs will depend on YOUR supplies.

We will make bracelets, rings, earrings, wrap cabs and a necklace. Costs will vary due to the market prices. You can bring your own wire.

We will be making bracelets, rings, pendants, earrings and more as time allows. We will be using 18, 20, 21 and 22ga. soft and half hard square wire in sterling silver or gold-filled. And the same sizes and wire type in half-round wire and round wire. Students will bring own tools, wire and materials for wrapping. Printed material (instruction book & tips book) and some copper and brass practice wire are included in lab fee. Students will be contacted 4 to 6 weeks before class with a list of tools, wire and materials needed. For more info please contact Ron at 419-371-2770 home or 419 233-8814 cell, or e-mail wrappedonstone@live.com.

We will be making bracelets, rings, pendants, earrings and more as time allows. We will be using 18ga. and LARGER soft and half hard square wire in sterling silver or gold-filled. And the same sizes and wire type in half-round wire and round wire. Students will bring own tools, wire and materials for wrapping. Printed material (instruction book & tips book) and some copper and brass practice wire are included in lab fee. Students will be contacted 4 to 6 weeks before class with a list of tools, wire and materials needed. For more info please contact Ron at 419-371-2770 home or 419-233-8814 cell, or e-mail wrappedonstone@live.com

This class will be focused on prong settings for rings and pendants as well as other advanced projects as time allows. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools and supplies, including wire, stones and other findings. Instructor will have stones, beads, tools and a limited amount of precious metal wire for sale. The average cost for materials will depend on the various materials purchased.

The students will make bracelets, pendants, rings and other various projects. Pendants will be wire sculpted and border wrapped. Projects will be made from half-hard and dead soft wire in either sterling silver or gold-filled. We will be using mostly 20, 21, 22 gauge square wire, 18, and 20 gauge half-round wire on our projects. Students should bring their own tools and any wire, cabochons, and beads they have to use in class. Each student should have an Optivisor or other magnifier. If student doesn’t have their own supplies your costs will depend on supplies purchased. Teacher will have wire and supplies if needed.

This class will be making Bracelets only. We will make bracelets using pattern wire, half round wire, square wire, twisted square wire, and round wire that is twisted together and then is flattened by running it through a rolling mill. We will also use beads and crystals in some bracelets and cabochons and sculpted cameos in others. We will be using 18, 20, 21 and 22 ga. square wire, both half-hard and dead soft; 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20 ga. half round—half hard wire; and 14 and 16 ga. round – dead soft wire. Both Sterling Silver and Gold Filled Wire will be used. Students should bring their own well marked tools and an Optivisor or other magnifier. If you don’t have your own supplies your cost will depend on supplies purchased. You should go home with $500 – $600 or more of jewelry to sell plus the knowledge to make more. Teacher will have wire and supplies if needed.

This course offers a challenging yet fun set of projects where students learn “new” wire techniques that build on the skills learned in Wire I while creating unique pendants, bracelets, rings and earrings. Due to the high cost of metals, the instructor will have silver plated, gold plated, copper or antique copper available for purchase. If students would prefer to work in Sterling Silver, Argentium or Gold Filled Wire they will need to bring their own wire based on the required types/gauges posted on the materials list on the William Holland School Website. The instructor will furnish handouts and tools for the projects. She will also have wire, tools, gemstones and beads available for purchase to complete the class projects. Students will need to use an Optivisor or other reading magnification so they can see clearly. Lab fee covers the cost of the materials for the first project, and all handouts. Total costs will depend upon supplies and materials purchased as well as the cost of metals at the time of the class.

Class will consist of making rings, pendants, bracelets, earrings, and pins in several different styles. We will be using 21 and 22 sq. half-hard and 21 and 22 sq. soft. In sterling silver and gold-filled we’ll use 20 and 21 half-round. Bring your own tools to use in class. Cabs, faceted stones, dichroic pieces, and beads will be available for purchase. Bring an Optivisor if you have one. If you do not have your own supplies, you should expect to pay depending on supplies you use. But, most of all bring your own imagination and look forward to what you are doing.

This class will concentrate on all kinds of wire rings. We will make rings with beads, cabs, faceted stones, and plain. If student buys wire, the materials fee will depend on current metals market value, and items purchased. The lab fee covers patterns, use of special tools, and some copper wire.

This class will begin with simple Wire Wrapping and add Wire Sculpture, increasing to more difficult designs. Students will learn to use dead soft wire in 22, 21 and 24sq DS wires with a combination of half hard wires. Gold Filled, Sterling Silver or Argentium Wire can be used. I will furnish any materials for you to purchase that is used in the projects we do. This helps defer the expenses of the class plus the books I give you with each of the directions for each project. I will contact you 4 to 5 weeks before class for you to order your wire for class. Wire will not be for sale in class.

This class began in 2006 at William Holland and is for the advancement of the Wire I student. Students will learn the difference between the wire wrap/wire sculpture combination, partial-wire sculpture, and full-wire sculpture. Before the end of class the student will be able to do all three successfully. Because of the amount of wire used, this class can be expensive. In order to help the student with his/her expenses, the student is expected to furnish their own wire. The student may work in either gold or silver or any combination they desire. Students will be contacted by mail, 5-6 weeks prior to start of class with a list of necessary supplies. If a student wishes to register closer to the beginning date of class, they are expected to contact the instructor for any information needed. Please to not register late and expect to have supplies unless you have contacted the instructor. Students should expect to complete a total of 16 - 20 projects using cabochons, faceted stones, donuts, and wire. I certainly hope the sculpture student will come and bring their imagination and be ready to design some of their own projects. Any supplies other than wire will be available for purchase from the instructor. An Optivisor is a must and students are expected to bring their own tools. You will not be able to share tools with a classmate. To contact Diane at home call: 843-634-6497 or jimndee@shtc.net. This class is not a prerequisite for any other class (i.e. Wire II or Adv. Wire Sculpture). Each student will receive a detailed list of the materials provided in the Lab Fee.

Students will learn to use soft, soft and half hard combinations in this class. The wire used will be 21, 22 sq. soft and half-hard, 20 + 21 half-round, also some with 24sq. soft and half-hard. If you have cabs, faceted stones of your own bring them; if not, there will be an assortment for you to purchase. We will be doing styles with snaptites by themselves and as additions in designs. There will be a lab fee for handouts and such. Bring your own tools and wire if you have it. Wire Sculpture uses more wire than standard designs. You will create bracelets, pendants, and rings.