Arlington Convention Center
Arlington, TX
October 1-3, 2010
I will be teaching two classes:
Rock 'N Roll Necklace Saturday, October 2, 2010 8:30 - 4:00
Description
This is a great introduction to Fine Silver Fusing and some simple metal working techniques. Students will form a chain of fused fine silver links. Students will form, fuse, texture and connect the links. Using only cold connections, students will cut flowers from sheet metal, texture and connect to centerpiece. A bezel set cabochon will be added for extra bling - no solder, no glue. Finally, the chain will be connected to leather cord to create your own Rock 'N Roll Necklace. Students will explore a variety of texturing and cold connection techniques.
Time for Cold Connections Sunday, October 3, 2010 8:30 - 4:00
Description
Now is the time to explore the world of texturing and cold connection techniques in this day-long introduction to metalsmithing. Come cut, hammer, texture, rivet and embellish metal. Yes, that is a bezel set cabachon - no solder, no glue!! You will leave class with a watchband sampler of textures and cold connections. We will even explore a simple resin technique, using a fast-curing resin product.
If you want to try something new, give these classes a try. If you don't have all the tools, don't worry. I will have tools to loan in class. Just contact me ahead of time so I will be sure to have tools for you. You can reach me by email: gwen@gwendolyndesigns
Uncommon Craftmanship, Unique Design and Exceptional Materials
Jewelry You Love To Wear
Thank you again for stopping by!! Please sign my guest book so we can start getting to know each other. If you have any questions or special requests, please feel free to contact me.
