Hot Wired Rings ~ Use positive/negative space as a design element, and create up to 3 dramatic rings while fusing multiple layers of wire in organic layered pattern. Embellish the rings with tube set faceted gems for an added touch of glamour. Metal working experience recommended but adventurous beginners are welcome. Skill Level: All

Join instructor April Wengren for a fun one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday)! 
Students will first create an enameled piece using the amazing crackle method.  Watch the flame create the magic of glass enamel crackle right before your eyes!  “Crackle Enamel Queen” Jean Van Brederode will be on hand to assist students in achieving a great result. 
Next, students will be creating a fibula pin from which to hang their enameled piece to make it wearable.  Fibulas are the oldest form of a brooch and leave great room for artistic interpretation and a wonderful addition to your jewelry-making techniques!

Join instructor April Wengren for a fun one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday)! 
Students will first create an enameled piece using the amazing crackle method.  Watch the flame create the magic of glass enamel crackle right before your eyes!  “Crackle Enamel Queen” Jean Van Brederode will be on hand to assist students in achieving a great result. 
Next, students will be creating a fibula pin from which to hang their enameled piece to make it wearable.  Fibulas are the oldest form of a brooch and leave great room for artistic interpretation and a wonderful addition to your jewelry-making techniques!

Students will choose a pair of stones to bezel set with an Argentium fused lattice work top. to create a free-swinging pair of earrings. Techniques covered are soldering, correctly measuring a stone, designing and fusing, adding accent stones and creating your own ear wires. We will discuss how to create a balance between exact matching of earring and balancing a unique and interesting similar design. Students should be comfortable using a torch. The pair of earrings should be finished in class.

Students will choose a pair of stones to bezel set with an Argentium fused lattice work top. to create a free-swinging pair of earrings. Techniques covered are soldering, correctly measuring a stone, designing and fusing, adding accent stones and creating your own ear wires. We will discuss how to create a balance between exact matching of earring and balancing a unique and interesting similar design. Students should be comfortable using a torch. The pair of earrings should be finished in class.

No two are alike! These ring shanks and bezels are created by fusing sterling silver scraps to a base, then sizing, shaping and soldering. Students may create two ring shanks, or a single ring shank with an offset bezel.
Soldering experience recommended. 
(BYO sterling silver scraps or purchase from instructor)

These rings all start out the same, but each becomes a unique work of art!  Students will solder and manipulate wire, and then add several tube set CZ's for additional glamour.
Soldering experience recommended.  
Skill Level: Intermediate

Low Tech Casting
Do you have old silver jewelry or scrap you want to recycle? Join us in this fun workshop and learn how easy it is to transform your silver into beautiful and organic one-of-a-kind elements to add to your jewelry.
Bring your own sterling silver scraps (or purchase from instructor) and melt them to create unique design components. Using a crucible, a torch, and some household materials, we will create several organic components. Students will learn broom, water, bean and salt casting. Your favorite component may be made into a piece of jewelry as time allows, but you will, at minimum, have several components to take home.
All levels are welcome, and no metalworking experience is required