A popular and trendy way to wear your rings is to stack up multiple bands on one finger. In this class, you will learn how to make 3 simple stacking bands, each unique in its own way using different texturing techniques. In this class you will learn how to construct simple sterling silver rings by learning skills such as annealing, ring sizing, shaping silver wire, soldering, hammering, texturing and polishing.
This fun and one of a kind project is a great way to learn fold forming. Guided by their instructor, students will discover the magic of transforming a 2-dimensional piece of a silver sheet into a set of beautiful 3-dimensional leaves, which they will then make into a pair of earrings and a pendant. Using different types of hammers, students will learn how to move the silver in different ways to make their leaves come alive. They will then choose semi-precious stones as accent pieces for their leaves, and will be shown how to add the stones to their earrings and pendants with the addition of bezel cups. Each of
Keum-Boo is an Ancient Korean technique where 24K gold foil is bonded to silver by using heat and pressure. Keum-Boo provides a cost-effective way to incorporate gold into your jewellery pieces, resulting in elegantly beautiful work. Along with introducing students to the Keum-Boo process, this course will cover basic jewellery making skills and texturing possibilities. Students will create 2 jewellery pieces in sterling silver accented with gold foil and will be encouraged to find their own voice regarding their individual design ideas.