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Introduction to Jewelry
Have you always wanted to learn to make jewelry but never had the time? If that is the case, this condensed three-day exploration of beginning jewelry basics may be your ideal solution. While completing a ring with a stone set in it, students will learn foundational skills that are necessary for all metalsmithing projects. Participants will learn to shape metal with a jeweler's saw and files, use a torch to anneal and solder, texture and stamp surfaces, and finally, how to finish and polish nonferrous metals. This is a great class for the beginner on the go, or for those who just need a quick refresher. No experience is necessary for this workshop.
If you'd like to see more of Sarah's work, please visit her website www.sarahdoremus.com
Meet the instructor
Sarah Doremus lives and works in Deer Isle, ME. She has taught Jewelry at Dearborn Academy in Arlington, MA. She earned both a BS in Art History from Northeastern University and a BFA from the Massachusetts College of Art. An active sculptor and metalsmith, her work has been shown in numerous publications and galleries, both invitational and solo, throughout the United States. Her most recent work was shown in 'Toys Designed by Artists' at the Arkansas Art Center and Museum, Where she won the purchase award.
Materials & Tools
A $50 materials kit, payable upon registration, includes copper, sterling silver, solder, bezel wire, cabochon stone and saw blades to complete projects.
- Small hand towel
- Tool box (shoe box, plastic tackle box etc.)
- Old tooth brush (for cleaning)
- Ruler
- Ultra fine point Sharpie permanent marker
- Sketchbook, pen and pencil