Intro to Jewelry & Metalsmithing with Lisa Johnson

Days & Times:

Tuesdays, 10am-1pm

Level:

All Levels Welcome

Location:

385 Tequesta Drive - Studio J

Instructor:

Lisa Johnson View Bio

Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of metalsmithing through instructor demonstrations, one-on-one instruction, and hands-on experience with hand tools, flex shafts, and torches. Each student will learn to design, pierce, drill, solder, and set a cabochon stone. Students will work with sterling silver, brass, and copper throughout this course and projects will include making rings, pendants, and earrings.

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Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of metalsmithing through instructor demonstrations, one-on-one instruction, and hands-on experience with hand tools, flex shafts, and torches. Each student will learn to design, pierce, drill, solder, and set a cabochon stone. Students will work with sterling silver, brass, and copper throughout this course and projects will include making rings, pendants, and earrings.

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Supplies Needed:

Materials are provided the first day of class. Lisa will discuss the items below for you to order before the second class.
Herkules White Label #2/0 Saw Blade 1 dozen
Sterling Silver 3” x 2” Sheet, 20-Ga., Dead-Soft, Brushed Finish
Sterling Silver Round Wire, 16-Ga., Dead-Soft 1’ 6”
Sterling Silver 1/4” Strip, 16-Ga., Dead-Soft 3”

We will discuss purchasing a round or oval cabochon stone for this class. You are welcome to bring one you
already have, just make sure it is no larger than 8mm.

Spring: Members Only $416

Class Dates: 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22

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Late Spring: Members Only $208

Class Dates: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20

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Summer A: Members Only $218

Class Dates: 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24

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Summer B: Members Only $218

Class Dates: 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

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