Date: Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, 9am-1pm (CST)
Instructor: Laura Stamper
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Pre-requisite: Participants should have some familiarity with basic jewelry-making techniques, including piercing, sawing, and torch work. This class is perfect for those looking to build upon their foundational skills in a supportive and creative environment.
Class Description: Immerse yourself in the art of silversmithing with our engaging class focused on creating a stunning aster flower pendant. Designed for confident beginners, this course offers a unique opportunity to craft a beautifully textured and sculptural piece featuring a freshwater pearl center.
HYBRID Option: This option is for in-person participation. Tools will be provided to share during class time. Recordings will also be provided. **Please note, Hybrid options are inclusive of kit. Location: Northside Artist Loft, 229 Irving Ave N, Unit 102, Minneapolis MN 55405. Students are asked to arrive 30 minutes early. Once the class has started you will not be able to enter the building.
Project Completion: By the end of this class, you'll walk away with a stunning, hand-crafted aster flower pendant, a deeper understanding of silversmithing techniques, and the confidence to explore more complex jewelry projects.
Torch: Instructor will demo using an oxy/acy torch, however a butane torch or Gentec/Smith Little torch will also work.
Materials Kit: Silver stock, pattern.
Domestic US shipping included. (Please contact instructor directly to arrange for international or expedited shipping fees.)
(Materials kit is included in price when "Zoom/Kit combo" or "Kit only" option is selected.*)
Required Tools:
- Scissors
- Sharpie
- Round nose pliers
- Flat nose pliers
- Metal shears
- Curved burnisher
- Brass brush
- Metal ruler 6”
- Bench block
- Rawhide mallet or Nylon mallet
- Texture hammer
- Needle files
- Jewelers’ saw
- Saw blades (2/o)
- Cut lube or bees wax
- Bench pin
- Third hand
- Magnifying glasses (as needed)
- Fine tweezers
- Patina LOS or Jax Max
- Flex shaft
- Flex shaft bits: sanding discs, 1.5mm HSS drill bit
- Solder pick
- Gentec, Smith Little, butane, acetylene or propane torch.
- Soldering set up: solder board, tripod with mesh, pickle, fire tweezers, quench bowl, flux, copper tongs, silver solder paste: Hard, Medium, Easy.
*Note: You must choose either a Zoom or Zoom/Kit combo to receive written instructions. Kits will begin to ship Oct. 2, 2024, unless otherwise arranged with instructor.
Zoom Recordings will be available for viewing until Oct. 30, 2024. Additional time may be purchased ($12) by selecting the "Extend viewing time" option above.