Class 1: Sterling Silver Textured Ring
Great class for beginners. In this two-hour class students will create a ring band from sterling silver sheet metal. You will texture the silver using stamps and hammers, even add a short message if you like! Techniques learned will be: how to measure for size, using the jewelers saw, stamping, soldering, filing, sanding, rounding the ring on the mandrel, antique patina, and polishing. All materials included in fee and some tools will be available in class. Students will be required to bring a butane torch (which can be purchased at Lowes or Home Depot), butane, basic jewelry tools, metal ruler, chasing hammer and bench block. Some of these items can be purchased at the store if needed. Space is VERY limited so act fast if you want to attend. Class fee MUST be paid to reserve a spot.
Register at Nickaleena or call Nicki Lundeen at the shop: (423) 899-2868
Location:
6134 Airways BlvdChattanooga, TN 37421
Wed, Oct/06/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Thurs, Oct/07/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Wed, Oct/13/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Thurs, Oct/14/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Class Price: $135.00
Class 2: Setting a Cabochon Gemstone
Bring your textured band back to learn how to set a beautiful gemstone on it in the next two-hour class. Choose from a variety of genuine stones. Techniques learned will be: preparing the ring with filing and sanding, soldering the bezel, setting the stone with burnishers, patinas and polishing. Students will leave with a unique, personalized ring, learn construction and get familiar with the tools needed for a small home studio. Tools required are the same as in the ring band class. Space is VERY limited so act quickly if you want to attend. Class fee MUST be paid to reserve a spot.
Register at Nickaleena or call Nicki Lundeen at the shop: (423) 899-2868
Location:
6134 Airways BlvdChattanooga, TN 37421
Tues, Nov/09/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Wed, Nov/10/10 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Class Price : $130
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