JEWELRY

Metalsmithing/Jewelry    JW01SP12 a, b or c
Learn basic metalsmithing to develop new skills or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce students to the tools and techniques required for metal working in non-ferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, cold-connecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold-forming, finishing and patina coloring. This course is designed for all levels and includes lots of time for one-on-one instruction. Beginners will build skills by working on an assigned project. Students with previous experience work on projects of their choice. Projects are not limited to jewelry.
Instructor: Connie Pfeiffer
a Tuesdays, 10am - 1pm, Mar 13 - May 29
   12 sessions: $408; members: $367
b Tuesdays, 3:30 - 6:30pm, Mar 13 - May 29
   12 sessions: $408; members: $367
c Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm, Mar 13 - May 29
   12 sessions: $408; members: $367

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WORKSHOPS

Discover PMC
JW20SP12W
Have fun working with the newest material to hit the jewelry industry - Precious Metal Clay (PMC). It looks and feels like clay, but is actually pure silver in an organic binder. It is fun and fast to work with, and requires no previous jewelry-making experience. Students will learn basic techniques for forming, surface texturing, firing, and finishing PMC. Students will have the opportunity to finish and take home at least 2 pieces of PMC jewelry. Use of basic PMC tools and PMC for class projects is included in the materials fee. Materials fee* of approx. $100.00 is payable to instructor at class. Come and discover the many design possibilities of this exciting new material! (*materials fee is subject to change with the metals market).
Instructor: Nancy Karpel
Saturday, 10am - 3:30pm
Mar 17
Cost: $110; members: $99

Exploring PMC
JW21SP12W
This PMC workshop will go beyond the basics, into demonstrating the use of PMC-3 with enamels, hollow bead forming, and carving. Use of PMC slip syringe will be introduced. Three projects will focus on refining basic skills and designing more detailed pieces. Materials fee* of approx. $98.00, payable to instructor at class (*materials fee is subject to change with the metals market), includes PMC for projects, handouts and more. Basic PMC tools, including portable work-surface, are required and will not be provided. A small tool kit may be rented in class for $6.00. Prerequisite: at least one other PMC class.
Instructor: Nancy Karpel
Saturday, 10am - 4pm, Apr 14
Cost: $120; members: $108

PMC Rings and More
JW22SP12W
This workshop focuses on ring making. Students will learn several ring forming techniques using PMC-3. Use of slip syringe will be discussed, and students will learn how to set synthetic stones for firing in PMC. The making of cold-molds will be demonstrated and students will use them in corporation with ring making. Students have the opportunity to complete at least 2-3 rings. Materials fee* of approx. $100.00, payable to instructor at class (*materials fee is subject to change with the metals market), includes sufficient PMC-3, supplies and significant handouts to complete class projects. Basic PMC tools, including portable work-surface, are required and will not be provided. A small tool kit may be rented in class for $6.00. Upon sign up, students must give their ring size or a ring size with which they wish to work. Prerequisite: at least one other PMC class.
Instructor: Nancy Karpel
Saturday, 10am - 4pm, Jun 2
Cost: $120; members: $108

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