Using metal texturing, shaping, forming, riveting and embellishing techniques we will make a variety of leaves, pods, and tide pools. Using sheet metal explore different styles of leaves and pods, play with different types of texturing methods, and finish up with embellishing with beads of your choice.

Turn that basic stone off the beach into a fun necklace or bracelet with your own message on the back.  Learn to solder around a rock, using a soldering iron, to create a bezel and then stamp on metal to add your own personal message to the back.  This technique works great on shells and beach glass too!

In this class we will explore some of the many uses of resins.
We will create our own frames, bezels and explore found objects that work as vessels for resin.  These pieces can be turn into amazing one of a kind jewelry.  There will be a variety of wire, riveting and metal texturing techniques used in this class.

Also known as Resins and so much more, Metal, Rivets and Resin..oh my! and is taught as a one or two day workshop.

In this class we will create our own personal “tide pools” using metal, wire and assorted shells, pearls and crystals.  Learn to texture metal with several different methods, then cut discs, form cups and embellish to your hearts desire. This is a great class for the new to metal and wire as well as those that are looking to explore a new project.

JUMP RING CHAINS

Learn three different jump ring chains in this class: Byzantine, Queens Chain and Open Round Chain Maille. using these methods you can create bracelets and necklaces and can be adorned with beads.

In this class you will learn to create a fabulous bracelet and earring combo using a variety of wire wrapping techniques.  This is a great class for the beginning wire worker and the experienced alike.  Using a combination of chain, pearls, stones and crystals you can leave this class wearing a piece you can be proud of.

Skill level: All

Learn to create this incredible encrusted cuff bracelet and earring set where the word is: THERE IS NEVER TOO MUCH! Using a combination of wire forming, wire wrapping and wrapped eye loops you can adorn your piece with your favorite pearls and gemstones.

Skill Level: Some Wire Working Skills Recommended.

In this class you will learn two different types of Japanese Chain Maille.  You will be amazed how many different things you will be able to make out of these with these two patterns.  Students will make a key chain or pendant from the 4 into 1 and an incredible necklace from the 6 into one.

Skill level: All

This class is also taught as separate classes Japanese Chain Maille 4 into 1 and Japanese 6 into 1 Chain Maille.

This is a class for those interested in an introduction to wire working or those that are looking to improve their skills.  In this class we will go over the tools required to do quality   work and their proper use.  Then we go on to learn the skills needed to create the components to make this great bracelet.

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate

This is a great class to expand your wire working skills and move beyond the basics.  Learn to make this wire wrapped pendant piece and combine it with a variety of interesting chain links, a unique wire wrapped bead and a clasp to create a fabulous necklace.

Skill level: This class is for the wire worker that is comfortable with their tools and heavy gauge wire.

WIRE WRAPPED BANGLE BRACELETS
(Also called Three Bangle Bracelets or Tracy’s Wire Bracelets)

A girl can never have too many bracelets!  Whether you are a beginning wire worker or experienced you will find these not only fun to make, but fun to wear. 

Skill levels: All- although it is recommended to have some wire working experience.

This class is also given as a 3 hour mini class that focuses on just the three sectioned bracelet.  By coiling and wire working techniques you will create this fabulous bracelet and go out of class wearing your creation.

As they say, every picture tells a story and in this class you can create your own necklace that will tell your story.  Using metal, we will create a frame around your special picture.  Learn to saw, stamp, & rivet to make these one of a kind pieces.

Skill level: All

SIMPLY CHARMING- BRACELET
(Also called Charming)

Learn to create your own personalized charm bracelet by stamping your messages on metal and turning them into charms.  Make your own chain and finish off this bracelet with beads and assorted charms.  Here’s your chance to say it on your wrist.

Skill level: All

VIKING KNIT AND BEYOND

In this class you will learn the ancient technique of viking knit and then take it steps further by learning different embellishing and finishing techniques.  In this class students should be able to finish a bracelet length of weave and choose a variety of embellishing techniques and finish off your bracelet by making a hand made clasp.

  This is a full day class.

VIKING KNIT

In this class you will learn the ancient technique of viking knit.  Creating a woven rope of wire that can be turned in to a bracelet or necklace.  We will go over the basic techniques of finishing them off and putting on a clasp. 

This is a 3 hour mini class, students may not finish their project in this class.

RIVETS: COLD CONNECTIONS

Riveting is a method of attaching pieces together with out the use of glues or soldering.  In this class you will learn several different techniques for riveting metal together, using wire, tacks, and tubing.  We will begin by exploring different methods of texturing metals and then use these pieces to design a necklace or bracelet of your own design. 

THIS CLASS IS ALSO OFFERED AS A 2 DAY WORKSHOP.  In this workshop we are able to spend more time exploring texturing and design ideas.

LET’S CAGE IT!

Do you have some special pieces that don’t have holes or holes too small to fit wire through?  If so, this is the class for you.  Learn different ways to make cages so that you can incorporate these pieces in your work.  Using the techniques in this class you will be able to add shells, cabs, buttons, stones, etc... to your work.

Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced

MULTI-STRAND NECKLACE… EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK

In this class learn to create this spectacular 10-strand necklace that looks as good with a t-shirt and jeans as it does when you get dressed up for a night on the town.  Using a combination of materials that can include pearls, gemstones, and crystals you can make this necklace in no time at all.  This is the perfect project to use up all your left-overs.

Skill level: All

EUROPEAN 4 INTO 1 CHAIN MAILLE

Learn the ancient art of European Chain Maille.  Chain Maille was originally used for armor and these days, is used for more decorative purposes.  Necklaces, bracelets, purses, key chains, even clothing.  Let your imagination be your guide.

Skill level: All