Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Happy 2018!

Upcoming Classes @ Spruill Center for the Arts

COILED BRACELET
Learn how to make this beautiful coiled bracelet! Participants will learn
basic wire jewelry techniques to create their own personalized bracelet.
Various coiling techniques will be discussed including coiling by hand and
coiling using a drill.  Discover how to make perfect jump rings and forge
your own clasp then use patina to add character to your project.

5 Weeks
Tuesday Evenings, January 16th - February 13th, 2018
6:30pm-9:30pm



ADVENTURES IN MIXED MEDIA DESIGNS
What do resin, soldering, stamping, and riveting all have in common?
When combined together, they result in unique wearable art jewelry that
is out of this world! Join me on an adventure and exploration of
mixed media jewelry design.  Students will learn various techniques of
jewelry fabrication through exciting instructor guided design challenges.
Expect to create bracelets, pendants, earrings, components,
and more by combining different techniques and materials. 


Wednesday Evenings, January 17th - March 14th, 2018
6:30pm - 9:30pm


Amazing Student Work by Marie Shackelford

Adventures in Mixed Media Bezel Making
Learn how to create beautiful wearable art pendants! Participants will
fabricate various unique free formed bezels using copper and plumbing solder.
The bezels will then be personalized using photos, text, decorative paper or embellishments and sealed with resin. Students will learn tips and techniques for working with plumbing solder and 2 part epoxy resin. Everyone will leave class
with fabulous new mixed media jewelry adornments.
 
5 Weeks
Tuesday Evenings, February 20th - March 20th, 2018

6:30pm - 9:30pm



Winter Jewelry Market
I'd love to see you!  Stop by to check out and try on my newest
jewelry designs at this upcoming show:

Spruill Center for the Arts
Student and Instructor Jewelry Market

Sunday, February 11th, 2018:  11:00am-5:00pm

This is an exciting fundraising event showcasing beginning to professional level
jewelry artists who sell their unique handcrafted jewelry to the public.  Selections
will include unique handcrafted jewelry in precious metals, glass, beads,
gemstones and more at prices for every budget.
Admission is free!