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Want to know what's happening at Metalwerx? Metalwerx publishes a quarterly class and workshops brochure and an online newsletter.

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Find out what classes and workshops are being held at Metalwerx , and receive occasional notices, through the mail, of special events. The class and workshops brochure is a handsome, glossy, one-page publication that lists and describes the classes and workshops for the coming quarter -- and beyond. To get on the mailing list, send email to info AT metalwerx.com . Please be sure to include your name and address in the body of the message.

Metalwerx Insider

Find out about last minute additions to the schedule, and get the skinny on special events around New England and beyond. The Insider is sent out bi-monthly and always contains timely information of interest to metal afficionados. For those of you in the Boston area, the Insider frequently contains announcements of special metal events in your backyard. And, if the universe aligns itself just right and results in a new class or workshop being added to the schedule, after the printed calendar is mailed out, the Insider is the best place to find out about it.

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Private Lessons:
Private Lessons in the basics of jewelry making are available through Metalwerx. We have many outstanding metalsmiths and jewelers who can help you. Rates are $50 an hour and by appointment. If you have a question regarding private lessons, use our contact form for questions.

Jewelry and Silversmithing Repairs:
Metalwerx is associated with many fine jewelers and whom we feel are up to the standards and quality of excellent craftsmanship. If you are in need of a jewelry repair, please contact us and we will direct you to one of our preferred associates.

Open Studio
Our studio is your studio. By appointment, you can sign up for studio time. Rates are $10 per hour, sold in blocks of ten hours each. A one time maintenance fee of $50 is payable when purchasing the first block. Students must have basic jewelry making skills and feel comfortable with a torch. This is a time for you to work independently and use the Metalwerx tools.

To make an appointment for Studio Time, please call: 781 891 3854.

Terms and Policies

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Metalwerx Apron

Tired of having flux, silver filings and buffing compound down the front of your shirt? Order a Metalwerx Apron today! They're black with a red Metalwerx logo, made of 100% heavy cotton canvas, and they're $20 each. Save $5 if you order while registering for a class or workshop. To order this spiffy apron, which would look just as stylish in the kitchen or in front of the grill, please call us at 781-891-3854.

Gift Certificates

Metalwerx gift certificates make a great gift! They are redeemable within a year of purchase and can be made out for any amount in $50 increments. They may be redeemed for classes, workshops, or studio time.

 

Metalwerx will be closed from August 20 until September 2, 2008.  You can still sign up for classes and workshops through our website.  If you have any questions, please contact us.  We will get back to you as soon as possible right after Labor Day.  Thanks and we hope you enjoy the rest of summer!
September 22, 2008
 Wire Weaving Techniques
 

Wire is such a wonderful and flexible material which begs to be worked with beyond the usual twisting or wrapping. This class will cover all textile and basket weaving techniques from the simple tabby weave to twining, triple weave, soumak, coiling and

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September 25, 2008
 Reclaimed/Recycled Materials in Jewelry
 Join us for an exciting six-week exploration joining reclaimed/recycled materials to create jewelry that is surprising, insightful, inspiring to lessen our impact on the environment.
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October 07, 2008
 Microfolding, Corrugation, and Creative Metal Formations
 Corrugation makes thin metal stronger and offers endless options for creativity through both texturing and forming. When fold forming techniques are combined with corrugated metal, the metal is "microfolded".
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November 02, 2008
 

METALWERX

VENDOR DAY

 

Are you tired of buying supplies just through catalogues? Vendor Day is the perfect opportunity to shop for all of your jewelry making needs. You can pick out all of your favorite tools, gems, and other supplies in person with no shipping costs!

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New Book! - Making the Most of Your Flex-shaft
  By Karen Christians
 

Making the Most of Your Flex-shaft
Making the Most of Your Flex-shaft is the one resource you'll need to ensure you gain maximum advantage from your flex-shaft system. Learn how to select the right system, how to choose and use the latest accessories and attachments, and how to properly maintain your system for extended life. See why so many jewelers are reading this book and discovering what they didn't know about their flex-shaft systems!

Prime Sponsor:
Rio Grande
Patrons:
Foredom
and 3M Inc

Price: $34.95
Shipping: $5 USA, $9 International

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