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Download our Spring/Summer 2019 course catalogI have a show coming up where I'll now have some new product to put out with beautiful new ear wires on my earrings and new clasps on my necklaces! I did them before but now I really know how to do them better. Thank you so much Wendy Jo, you're a wonderful teacher and I hope to see you again in another class at some point!
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Alicia R., Falmouth, MA
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Virtual Course (2 days)July 13-14, 20204:00pm-5:30pmfor 2 daysat Virtual - Eastern Time ZoneTuition:$110.00Learn how to carve and sculpt a custom design from wax, apply surface textures, and incorporate organic/natural elements to create a unique piece of jewelry that you can cast in the future!
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with Karen KaronVirtual Course (2 days)July 16-17, 202010:00am-12:00pmfor 2 daysat Virtual - Eastern Time ZoneTuition:$150.00Learn how to create a striking bracelet design using the classic GSG chain maille technique in this live online workshop.
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with Bette BarnettVirtual Course (4 days)July 20-24, 20204:00pm-6:00pmfor 4 daysat Virtual - Eastern Time ZoneTuition:$300.00Materials: $70.00In this live online workshop, learn how to add dimension and depth to a steel surface through the process of electro-etching, a method that can provide extreme sharpness and detail to your jewelry creations.
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with Paulette WergerVirtual Course (2 days)July 28-30, 202010:00am-1:00pmfor 2 daysat Virtual - Eastern Time ZoneTuition:$225.00In this live online workshop, students will explore using wire and sheet metal, and will apply design techniques by using wire forming, forging, piercing, and riveting to make some beautiful cold connected adornments that are simple, functional, and elegant.
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with William VanariaWorkshop (1 day)September 1, 202010:00am-5:00pmat MetalwerxTuition:$155.00 $147.25
5% discount until August 2Materials: $30.00In this one-day workshop students will create a ring with a free spinning, kinetic element in the center. This project will teach tight tolerance fabrication techniques, selective soldering strategies, decorative surface treatment considerations, and proper polishing protocols. Students can expect to walk away with a finished ring and knowledge for future projects.
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with William VanariaWorkshop (1 day)September 2, 202010:00am-5:00pmat MetalwerxTuition:$155.00 $147.25
5% discount until August 3Materials: $35.00Applying the right finish to a piece of jewelry is one of the most important aspects of creating successful work. There are countless ways to finish jewelry, from the flawless mirror finish seen in commercial jewelry, to the matte brushed finish popular with many art jewelers. In this workshop, students will learn industry level tips, tricks, and techniques, while producing several of these finishes on numerous ring blanks. Students are also encouraged to bring in personal work to get feedback and suggestions on how to finish it.
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with Avery LucasWorkshop (1 day)September 3, 202010:00am-5:00pmat MetalwerxTuition:$155.00 $147.25
5% discount until August 4Materials: $40.00The focus of this workshop is to use heat to anneal, forge, shape, temper, and harden tool steel. Students will learn to make small tools for chasing, repousse, stamping, texturing, and more. With these tools, everyone will learn methods of bringing a variety of unique texture and visual interest to the surfaces of metal. Every student will leave the class with a set of handmade tools and samples.
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with Wendy Jo NewWeekly Class (3 weeks)September 10-24, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until August 11Materials: $65.00Learn how to add dimension and complexity to the surface of metal through direct texturing methods such as hammering, surface alterations involving the keum-boo and solder inlay processes, as well as patination techniques aimed at expanding your understanding of color application on metal.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (8 weeks)September 14-November 16, 2020weekly on Mondays10:00am-1:00pmfor 8 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 15Materials: $75.00This course provides training and solutions for a range of stone settings and techniques aimed at dressing up or enhancing your jewelry designs. Over several weeks, students will make, manipulate, and alter bezel, tube, taper, prong, and bead settings that will be made by hand from scratch. Starting with a review of these settings, students will refine their approach to planning out and designing a stone setting, placing particular emphasis on visual interest, but most importantly on making sure it perfectly fits the stone.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (8 weeks)September 14-November 16, 2020weekly on Mondays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 8 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 15Materials: $10.00Pursue individual projects with questions answered by a professional jeweler. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new pieces. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays10:00am-1:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 16Materials: $65.00Build upon the basic techniques covered in Jewelry 1 to open up design possibilities and create more complex pieces. Discover advanced soldering techniques, more exciting stone settings, tool making, and strategies to design and produce more successful jewelry. Students will set stones, fabricate hollow forms, and more!
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 16Materials: $45.00This class combines several skill building topics and presents them in a weekly format with the goal of improving hand-skills through a series of technical exercises. There will be a particular focus placed on sawing/piercing, precision filing, soldering, and finishing. Come and build upon fundamental jewelry making techniques and acquire elevated bench skills that will prove to be an asset with any jewelry project!
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with Diane LawtonWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays6:30pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 16Materials: $50.00This introductory course focuses on developing fundamental hand skills, good studio habits, and an appreciation for quality craftsmanship. Students will learn essential fabrication techniques by designing and producing unique, handcrafted jewelry.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays10:00am-1:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $10.00Pursue individual projects with questions answered by a professional jeweler. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new pieces. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with Joy RaskinWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $55.00This weekly class presents students with the fundamentals of jewelry and metalsmithing skills. Among the many techniques that will be covered, students will learn how to effectively shape, join, polish, texture, and patina metal.
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays6:00pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $65.00Build upon the basic techniques covered in Jewelry 1 to open up design possibilities and create more complex pieces. Discover advanced soldering techniques, more exciting stone settings, tool making, and strategies to design and produce more successful jewelry. Students will set stones, fabricate hollow forms, and more!
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with Mary FisherWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 17-November 12, 2020weekly on Thursdays6:00pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 18Materials: $10.00Pursue individual forming projects with guidance offered by Mary Fisher. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new designs. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with Cristina PabonWeekly Class (3 weeks)October 8-22, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until September 8Materials: $85.00This course will focus heavily on building up high levels of soldering proficiency as the instructor leads students with industry level expertise. Feel more confident at the torch while elevating your soldering aptitude, through this intensive weekly class.
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with Karen KaronWeekly Class (3 weeks)November 5-19, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until October 6Materials: $125.00Led by expert chain maille jeweler, Karen Karon, our chain maille workshops teach students how to transform classic patterns of connected jump rings into striking pieces of jewelry. This three-week class will focus on how to construct three essential weaves that will lay the foundation for all future chain maille endeavors.
