CHAIN I
INSTRUCTOR: JANET & JOE TROSINO
This class will teach the basics of opening and closing jump rings and the fundamentals of making jewelry with unsoldered rings. Weaves will include, but are not limited to wiggly, Byzantine, European 4-in-1, box or flat box, parallel, Persian, orbital, butterfly or possibly Japanese chainmaille. Joe will cut your individually selected kit in either copper, colored enameled copper wire, Argentium silver, silver filled, some aluminum or limited gold-filled accent rings. The instructor will supply all wire. The process of winding, cutting and polishing rings will be demonstrated during the week. The only tools needed are two pairs of jewelry pliers - flat nose or bent nose. Bring your own or you may borrow from the instructor. An Optivisor or similar magnifying device is absolutely essential - even Dollar Store readers can help. The class fee covers a notebook with tutorials and useful reference materials, bead mat, jump ring opener, ruler, needle tool and storage box. Total cost depends on the number of projects (bracelets, necklaces, or earrings) made and metals selected.
Class Fee: $ 45
Est Materials Fee: $150+
Consumables Fee: 0
Prerequisite: None
Additional Class Offerings: 04/21/2024, 07/28/2024, 10/20/2024