Cultural & Civic Arts Center of Pineville

Adult Jewelry Workshop 7/25 9am

Make Your Own Jewelry - July 25

Whether you're new to making jewelry or an experienced jeweler, taking a class can be a great way to learn basic & new jewelry making techniques. Pre-registration is required, as class sizes are limited.

Workshop will last for three hours, so you may be able to make multiple items in Level 1 and Level 2, or you may finish early depending on the complexity of your piece: 

Level 1: Beading - 
Learn how easy and fun it is to make your own jewelry.  Using just a few simple materials you can make beautiful pieces for your friends and family. Great as gifts for birthdays or holidays. This class will instruct you on the basics of beading and introduce you to the wide variety of materials available in the marketplace today to create fantastic, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces - everything you need to get started on a hobby that is both fun and fulfilling.  But BEWARE: Beading can be addictive! Class time is approx.1 ½ to 2 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS - so sign up today. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants.

     Class fee of $25 includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, and enough stringing material, crimp beads and a toggle clasp to complete one bracelet.

     Supplies needed for class: various beads, crystals, pearls of your choice. You may bring your own bags - or bags of coordinating colors will be available for purchase prior to class ($1 per bag). You must arrive 15-20 minutes early to choose colors, if you are not bringing your own supplies.  

     Tools used during class include: round, chain and bent-nose pliers, flush cutters, metal shears, metal files, various hammers, punches and metal stamps, metal bench block, and dapping block.  

Level 2: Hammered Metal Pendant (Beginner Level) Create a one-of-a-kind pendant from copper and brass sheet metal.  You will learn to texture, bend, dome and patina the metal. You will also layer shapes and textures to design a rustic piece that is uniquely yours.  A basic wrapped loop technique will be taught to finish your pendant a simple hook and eye clasp. Class time is approximately 1 1/2 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants.

     Class fee of $35 includes instruction, information handout,
use of all tools needed in class, sandpaper, Patina solution, 
Microcrystalline wax (to polish finished piece), practice wire.

      Supplies needed for class:    
2x2 inch brass sheet,  
2x2 inch copper sheet , 18 inches of copper wire,  
20 inches base metal chain ,  
Optional beads for embellishment   

Bring your own metal, or you may purchase a kit ($10)
to complete one piece.  Cash or checks only please.
You must arrive 15-20 minutes early to choose kit,
if you are not bringing your own supplies.  

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  • Tools used during class: round, chain and bent-nose pliers, flush cutters, metal stamps, metal bench block, and dapping block & punches.  
    

Level 3: Viking Knit   (intermediate level) Discover the skill to weave this incredibly beautiful chain using one of the oldest forms of knitting which originated in Scandinavia. This very forgiving technique yields a beautiful, strong but supple rope that may be drawn to a variety of thicknesses. Several design variations shown in class, so you may put your own design skills at work to complete your own piece. You will also learn how to make the hammered silver "S" hook shown in the picture as your bracelet closure. Class time is 2 1/2 to 3 hrs. Class limited to: 6 (sign up early, this class fills fast) Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. 

     Class fee of $45 includes instruction, information handout, 
use of all tools needed in class, one yard 24GA colored craft wire.

      Supplies needed for class:    
15 feet of 24GA sterling wire,  
5 inches of 16GA dead soft round sterling wire, 
6 inches of 20GA 1/2 hard sterling wire, 
2 sterling end caps or cones, 
2 4mm sterling round beads, 
Optional beads, Swarovski crystals & headpins for
embellishment (will be available for purchase)

Bring your own silver or beads, or you may purchase a kit ($37)
prior to class time. Cash or checks only please. You must arrive
15-20 minutes early to choose kit, if you are not bringing your
own supplies.  

Tools used during class: 8mm allen wrench, chainnose pliers,
sharp awl, flush cutters, masking tape, round pliers, drawplate,
regular pliers, small hammer, bench plate.