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!

WORKSHOP: Adventures in Mixed Media Designs

Adventures in Mixed Media Designs

Spruill Center for the Arts

Wednesday Evenings 

6:30pm-9:30pm 

9/20-11/15 

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 art 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.

Register here: http://bit.ly/2eH2u4i

Adventures in Mixed Media Designs

Wednesday Evenings 9/21 - 11/16/16

6:30p-9:30p

Spruill Center for the Arts



What do etching, 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 art design. Students will learn various techniques of jewelry fabrication through exciting instructor-guided design challenges. Expect to create bracelets, pendants, components and more by combining different techniques and materials.

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New Workshop!

STACKED GYPSY BANGLES

Spruill Center for the Arts

Wednesday 9/14

6:30pm-9:30pm

Learn how to transform ordinary wire into unique and colorful stacked gypsy bangles. Participants will learn fun and simple techniques needed to create a bangle that fits to size. Next, discover how to wrap fabric, beads, and wire to design one of a kind personalized bracelets. Expect to make 10 or more beautiful bangles!

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April Newsletter

April News:
Happy Spring ya'll!  I have exciting news to share....
My valued clients can now purchase select jewelry items directly from
my website via Square Marketplace!

Here's one of my newest designs available for purchase online now....
www.rochellenation.com



Upcoming Classes
This month, I'm offering 3 exciting jewelry making class options at Spruill!

Spruill Center for the Arts

Polymer Clay Meets Resin
Polymer Clay and Epoxy Resin are a dynamic duo!  Discover how adding resin
to your clay creations can provide durability and a beautiful glossy dimension.  Participants will learn how to condition and work with polymer clay to create unique designs.  Next, explore various techniques for working with resin including mixing, pouring and adding color.  Then combine resin with polymer clay to create beautiful mixed media pieces.  Students will create a fun and funky reversible tile bracelet, beautiful leaf components, beads, bezels, and more! 

Wednesday Evenings, April 15th - May 13th, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm

The Chain Gang
Get addicted to the ancient art of chainmaille!  Participants will discover the proper tools and techniques needed for weaving jump rings together to create beautiful chains.
Begin your adventures by learning several different patterns of chainmaille to be used as necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more.  Once you learn the steps needed, a vast array of patterns and designs can be incorporated into your jewelry creations.  

Tuesday Evenings, April 21st - May 19th, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm



Emboss, Color, Rivet
Learn how to transform sheet metal into eye catching focal pieces.  Participants
will first add texture to metal by using embossing folders.  Next, discover various methods of adding color to metal.  Once the desired look has been achieved, pieces
will be riveted together using a variety of unique and creative methods.  Have fun transforming metal into one of a kind jewelry components for use as pendants,
earrings and much more.    

Thursday Evenings, April 23rd - May 21st, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm



April Art Show News
Stop by to check out and try on my newest jewelry designs at the Alpharetta Arts Festival!
 

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest
Saturday, April 18th - 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, April 19th - 10:00am-5:00pm
Milton Avenue and Main Street
Alpharetta, GA

Celebrate the arts at one of the city’s most popular events!  The streets of Historic Downtown will be closed as nearly 100 artists, musicians and performers from throughout the U.S. are showcased. Enjoy a beautiful spring weekend as you stroll through outdoor galleries filled with fine art in 14 medium expressions, create children’s art and experience live jazz, Celtic music, cultural dancing and more.
Admission and parking are free.


 

Thank You
Thank you so much for your support, it's greatly appreciated.

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Stamping with Solder

Spruill Center for the Arts

Wednesday Evening:  March 4 - April 1, 2015

6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Lead free 'silver solder' has many uses in jewelry fabrication. When heated to a molten state, it can be stamped with both metal and rubber stamps leaving behind an intricate design. In this class, students will learn how to add beautifully stamped texture to copper using silver bearing solder. Various tips and tricks for achieving a good impression will be explored and discussed. Stamped creations will then be riveted onto sheet metal to create a vast collection of elements for use in one of a kind jewelry designs.

Register for class here:

https://registration.spruillarts.org/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?&course=151JESS020

Layering

During the cold winter months, I love layering both my clothes and my jewelry!  This January, I started making tassel necklaces using vintage thimbles as my bead cap.  I layer the thimble over strands of repurposed leather and top it off with a faceted crystal.  It's my current go to necklace at the moment which I wear with a long chunky crystal accent necklace.  Layered together, it's the perfect combination.