Basic Stringing
$25.00 + Materials
Saturday, February 12th 1-3pm
Saturday, March 12th 1-3pm
This class is the first stop on your way to artistic expression through jewelry making. We’ll talk about design, weight, wire, the perfect clasp, and of course… totally unrelated stuff too! Learn the basics with us so that next time you go to Nordstrom, you can make that hot necklace and bracelet for half the price!!
$25.00 + Materials
Saturday, January 8th 1-3pm
Saturday, March 19th 1-3pm
This is a beautiful technique and/or aesthetic addition to any piece of handmade jewelry. Knotting pearls is done on silk and for the most part for added strength, although the knots add such depth and elegance that many people knot all sorts of beads primarily for the effect.
$40.00 *Materials included
Saturday, January 22nd 1-3pm
Saturday, March 5th 1-3pm
The greatest cram session in wire working! You will leave with all of the knowledge you need for making earrings and even some pendants. Wirework is a great addition to all jewelry. This class will teach you about the essential tools needed and the do’s and don’ts when working with wire.
$25.00 + Materials
Saturday, February 19th 1-3pm
Tired of prices going up on findings, components, and finished wire work?? Learn how to make your own with us! We’ll go over wire properties, gauges and metals, hammering, and wire wrapping! In this class you’ll complete a bracelet that includes your handmade clasp, your solid and strong jump rings, and your one of a kind wire wrapped beads!
$40.00 *Materials Included
Saturday, February 26th 1-3pm
You will be making three molds in this class; one out of polymer clay, one in silicon putty, and a clay mold. You will create these molds using ANYTHING you want i.e. (vintage button, old key, family keepsake, rubber stamp, cute charm).
Class taught by local artist: Jill Taylor.
$25.00 + Materials
Saturday, January 29th 1-3pm
If you recycle at home there’s no reason to stop there. This class is taking recycling to the next level by stepping trash up a notch and bringing it into the art world. Please join us while we get super crafty and turn one person’s garbage into another one’s art medium. We will provide all sorts of fun things, but feel free to bring items from home- rubber bands, tin cans, plastic wrappers, paper clips, shoe laces….
$25.00 + $20.00 Materials Kit
Saturday, March 26th 11am-2pm
Have you ever wanted a cute picture of your kids on your favorite pendant? Then this is the class for you! Choose an image from a magazine, print one off your computer, or use one of our decals- then apply it to almost any material. These transfers are compatible with wood, leather, canvas, fabric, glass, and metal. They are non-toxic and your kit includes everything you need to make at home!
$15.00
Tuesday, January 18th 6-8pm
Tuesday, February 22nd 6-8pm
Tuesday, March 15th 6-8pm
Please join us one Tuesday each month for a group beading session! It’s a class, it’s a party, and it’s a social event. To design and create with fellow artists while in our studio is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. We offer design assistance, use of our tools, and serve snacks & beverages. Sign up in advance, space is limited.
Participants receive 10% off during event.
$40.00 + $55.00 Materials Kit
Saturday, February 5th 11am-2pm
In this workshop, we will create beautiful soldered glass charms. We will learn the basics of creating a photo charm or an original collaged piece of artwork that will be preserved between two pieces of glass and soldered into a charm. This is a workshop filled with the basics of soldering and tricks to achieve a smooth and shiny finish. At the end of this class, you will have a treasured piece of jewelry. This class will be taught by a local artist: Susan Najarian.
Only $20.00
Wednesday, March 2nd 6-8pm
Wednesday, March 9th 6-8pm
Wednesday, March 16th 6-8pm
Wednesday, March 23rd 6-8pm
Have you taken an Intro to PMC class but would like some guidance on working on your own projects? This class is for you!
Each night will start with a 15 min demonstration of an advanced technique followed by time to work on your own projects. You will have access to tools (though you should bring whatever tools you have) the tumbler, and patina. Every night we will fire up the kiln. You must supply your own clay.
Prerequisite: Intro to PMC class taught by Nancy Travis OR permission by the instructor.
*Free Firing/Tumbling for everyone in class!!!
$100.00 + $30.00 Materials
Saturday, January 15th
10am - 3:30pm
PMC, also known as “silver clay”, is a non-toxic, clay-like medium made from tiny silver particles in an organic binder--which allows the artist to shape, form and texture it like clay, then fire it for a finished piece made of fine silver. In this one-day workshop, students will learn the basics of working with PMC: applying textures, forming shapes, using syringe clay, and several different finishing techniques. Firing with a torch (a low-cost option) will be demonstrated and discussed. Yes, you will leave with finished jewelry! Please bring your lunch.
This class will be taught by a certified PMC artist: Nancy Travis.