Silver II: Fused Chains - Nancy Brickner
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FUSED CHAIN
INSTRUCTOR: NANCY BRICKNER
Chains are beautiful either as a stand-alone or as an enhancement to a beautiful pendant.
In this class you will learn how to fuse Fine Silver. You will then manipulate the links to prepare them to weave. I bring all the tools for the class. We will be using a propane torch. This class is a good class to take to improve your torch skills. We will work on a few chains together and then you can choose from many patterns. You may even have time to design your own chain.
I will show you how to set up a chain station at home inexpensively.
The class fee includes a notebook with the patterns, solder block, and a few other goodies that help in your chain journey.
You need to bring your own Opti Visor.
Class fee: $55
Est materials Fee: $250-$400
Prerequisite: Comfortable with a torch and some chain experience is helpful.
Nancy Brickner
Nancy learned her love of art from her parents. They opened doors for her in childhood that progressed into adult years. Sharing her skills, seeing people learn and create, brings her joy. Nancy learned Chain from her father. His lessons provided Nancy with the skills to teach the basics of chaining, how to use tools, and how to read and adapt chain designs. Nancy has been attending William Holland since 2000, taking classes in silversmithing, wire wrap and even basketry. Nancy has also taken many classes from the Midwest Metalsmiths. In 2010, she began teaching fused chains at William Holland when her dad retired. She also taught with him at the Bead and Button Show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Nancy has also taught many workshops and at craft camps. As a juried member of the Best of Missouri Hands, she has displayed her art across the state including many years as a demonstrating artist at Silver Dollar City's Fall Cowboy and Harvest Festival in Branson, MO.