Twisted wire elements bring texture and intricate detail to a piece. Discover a number of different ways to add visual interest to your work with this technique which is traditionally employed in blacksmithing, but works well with metal typically used in jewelry.

Chain maille is a two thousand-year-old art form originally used to create garments worn for protection by warriors from Europe, the Middle East and the Orient. Modern approaches use these classical patterns of cold-connected jump rings for sculpture and jewelry. For these non-traditional applications, hundreds of new patterns have been invented.  Our chain maille classes and workshops teach students how to transform some of these classic patterns of connected rings into striking pieces of jewelry.

Join us for a fun and fast paced earring intensive and create a couple new pairs to wear home! Demonstrations consist of basic wire forging as well as surface texture options for metal sheet and wire, and types of connections including posts, earrings wires, and hoop earrings. Students will also learn to make various types of ear wires and how to solder on a post, and forge a hoop. 

Wire working is a fluid and meditative process. In this one-day workshop, Dan will provide an overview of fundamental patterns and methods for suspending stones, crystals and found objects in metal. No need for a torch, soldering or metal fabrication experience; just your two hands and a pair of pliers! All experience levels are welcome. 

Want to try your hand at hammering out your own metal bowls? This one day workshop will focus on the hammering and forming techniques necessary to create beautiful bowls on a smaller scale!