This workshop involves the fundamentals of soldering. Learn and hone a variety of soldering skills—connecting an open jump ring, adding a ring to another piece, and more. Practice both sweat and spot soldering. Leave with a variety of samples and a new set of skills. No experience necessary. Instructor: Kendra Brockmann NOTE: This class serves...
Make this bead encrusted pendant exploring ways to use wire cloth and beads. This luxurious looking pendant will be a fun exploration into these materials. Hemming wire cloth and stitching beads using simple beading techniques will be covered. No experience needed. Instructor: Marilyn Moore. Registration is $105 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in...
Drop in or schedule an appointment to make an elastic bracelet. Maximum capacity is 3 people at a time. Great for adults and kids! Fast and fun. No experience necessary. $10/bracelet
Take your wirework skills to the next level by using wire to create a woven cage and bail onto a stone point. A gemstone point will be used with copper wire. Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford. Pre-requisite: basic wire working skills. Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319...
Join us during Gallery Walk to see Rick Hugill's gourd and wood lamps. Rick is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one-of-a-kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps. Opening night during Gallery...
This class will teach you the art of lampworking, a technique of using a torch and melting glass rods to create various shapes. Safety and appropriate equipment handling are emphasized. Your beads will need to stay in a kiln overnight to be annealed. No previous experience needed. NOTE: Participants must be at least 15 years...
Make your own prayer bracelet, called a Mala, using elastic, beads, and a tassel. Prayer beads are a traditional tool used to count the number of times a mantra is recited when praying or meditating. Many religious practices use a form of mala. This mala will be in the Buddhist/Hindu tradition of 27 beads. For those who choose...
Join us during Gallery Walk to see Rick Hugill's gourd and wood lamps. Rick is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one-of-a-kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps. Opening night during Gallery...
Use your CRAW skills to incorporate rubber rings to make this 3-D pendant. Learn to go from CRAW to RAW to make connections to the rings to form this square or diamond pendant. We will use Toho 11/0 beads to make this piece. Instructor: Karen Kubby Prerequisite: Cubed Right Angle Weave skills—ask about a private...
Join us during Gallery Walk to see Rick Hugill's gourd and wood lamps. Rick is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one-of-a-kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps. Opening night during Gallery...
Join us during Gallery Walk to see Rick Hugill's gourd and wood lamps. Rick is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one-of-a-kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps. Opening night during Gallery...
Join us during Gallery Walk to see Rick Hugill's gourd and wood lamps. Rick is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one-of-a-kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps. Opening night during Gallery...
