Intro to Metal Smithing – Cabochon Bezel Setting

Intro to Metal Smithing – Cabochon Bezel Setting
Thurs., September 15, 22 and 29 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Ages 16 to Adult

$75 ($70 Members)
Andrea Huntley will discuss the different metals available to create jewelry, and the hardness of the metals. Pre-made cabochons will be selected at the time of class. Working with sterling silver or argentium silver, we will create a backed bezel setting, learn the basics of soldering, the importance of pre filing to ensure a perfect fit, and options for attaching a bail. Students will complete a pendant set in a silver bezel, with an understanding of soldering basics.

Etched Metal Pendant and Earrings with Casey Bemis

Thursday, October 11 & 18 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Class Fee: $60 ($55 Members)

Ages 16-Adult

If you are looking to experience an interesting jewelry
technique this fall, metal etching could be the perfect
answer. In this class, Casey will guide you through
the process of creating your own design on brass or
copper. The following week, students will use basic
cutting techniques and assemble a matching pendant
and earrings. Check out Casey’s stunning jewelry in the
NCCA-Artsplace Artist Market.

Etched Metal Pendant and Earrings with Casey Bemis

Thursday, August 9 & 16, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Class Fee: $60($55 Members)

Ages 16-Adult

If you are looking to experience an interesting jewelry technique this summer, metal etching could be the perfect answer. In this class Casey will guide you through the process of creating your own design on brass or copper. The following week students will use basic cutting techniques and assemble a matching pendant and earrings. Check out Casey’s stunning jewelry in the NCCA-Artsplace Artist Market.

Stunning in Silver with Cristine Grimm – Basic Silver Clay Class

Monday 6:00-9:00 p.m. March 26
Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members) Ages 16-Adult
In this basics class come and join certified Art Clay instructor, Cristine Grimm, in exploring Art Clay the clay that turns to 99.9% pure silver when fired. Start out small, making earrings or small pendants with basic techniques that can be used anywhere, anytime, without a kiln. Cristine is a master instructor who will bring all the tools and tricks necessary to create something you’ll enjoy wearing or adding to your next beading project. Cost includes silver clay, the use of all necessary tools, and a necklace and jump ring for wearing out the door.

Wire Wrapping Jewelry Technique with Molly Wahr November 9

Thursday 5:30-9:00 p.m. November 9
Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members) Ages 18+
We are excited to offer this jewelry making class at NCCA-Artsplace! If you are looking for an introduction to an exquisite jewelry technique then wire wrapping with Molly Wahr is the perfect class for you. Participants will learn to use copper wire to wrap a cabochon. These wrapped pieces become stunning pendants. Cabochons provided. Bring reading glasses if needed for detailed work.

Stunning in Silver with Cristine Grimm

Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m.

July 27

Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members)

Age 14-Adult

Do you love unique, silver jewelry? Come and join certified Art Clay instructor, Cristine Grimm, in exploring Art Clay, the clay that turns to 99.9% pure silver when fired. Start out small, making earrings or small pendants with basic techniques that can be used anywhere, anytime, without a kiln. Cristine is a master instructor who will bring all the tools and tricks necessary to create something you’ll enjoy wearing or adding to your next beading project. Cost includes silver clay, the use of all necessary tools, and a necklace and jump ring for wearing home.

Silver Clay – Leaf Pendant or Earrings with Cristine Grimm

Thursday 6:00-9:00 p.m.

June 22

Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members)

Ages 14-Adult

Come and join certified Art Clay instructor, Cristine Grimm, in exploring Art Clay the clay that turns to 99.9%
pure silver when fired. In this class participants will make a stunning leaf pendant or earrings. Cost includes
silver clay, the use of all necessary tools, and a necklace and jump ring for wearing out the door.

Etched Cuff Bracelet with Rivets with Casey Bemis

Thursday 6:00-8:00

May 25, June 1

Class Fee: $60($55 Members)

Ages 14-Adult

In this class jewelry artist, Casey Bemis, will introduce students to the process of design etching, adding patina and using a cold connection as it applies to creating a cuff style bracelet from copper or brass. Take advantage of this opportunity to experience a stunning jewelry making technique.

Wire Wrapping Jewelry Technique with Molly Wahr

Thursday 5:30-9:00 p.m.

May 18

Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members)

Ages 18-Adult

We are excited to offer this jewelry making class at the NCCA-Artsplace! If you are looking for an introduction
to an exquisite jewelry technique then wire wrapping with Molly Wahr is the perfect class for you. Participants
will learn to use copper wire to wrap a cabochon. These wrapped pieces become stunning pendants. Cabochons provided. Bring reading glasses if needed for this detailed work.

Beaded Potawatomi Daisy Chain Bracelet with Nadine Andrews

Thursday 6:00-8:30 p.m.

April 20

Class Fee: $25 ($20 Members)

Ages 12-Adult

If you draw some of your beading roots from Native American artwork, or Bohemianism, then you’ll want to add Potawatomi weave to your repertoire. This simple yet sturdy stitch contains a pattern that can be adapted to look just like a neat little row of daisies, and once you get it started, the steps are simple to remember. To get a traditional looking daisy chain, we will use a basic palette of opaque and transparent seed beads. Nadine Andrews has been working with fine bead weaving and jewelry design for over 30 years. Each student will take home a kit to make more bracelets on their own!