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If you have taken the Basic Lapidary class and would like to continue learning how to cut and polish gemstone cabochons, this is the class that will help you improve your skills and move to the next level. This is not a beginner class but the instructor will review the basics with you as you push your skills and build your cutting confidence. The focus will be on improving your design skills as you learn to cut new shapes from agates, jaspers and other materials. You are welcome to bring your own stones to class for discussion. An optivisor is recommended.
If you are interested in turning your cabochons and beads into jewelry but are intimidated by the idea of using a torch in the silversmithing classes, this is the class for you. In the first part of this class, the instructor will show the students how to make herringbone earrings. The student will learn how to make their own head pins, ear wires, and a herringbone link. The student will also learn how to incorporate the herringbone link into earrings, ring, bracelet, or necklace. No experience required. After a quick lunch break, the student will learn how to set a cabochon into a beautiful and elegant metal wire framework made out of copper, brass, or silver. In addition, students will learn some tips on twisting the wire and incorporating it into the design seamlessly. No experience required.
Students are welcome to bring their own cabochons (defined as a stone that has a flat back and a domed front) and its size should be between 1” to 1.5” in diameter and the shape that is uniform such as oval, round, tear drop.
If you have taken the Basic Lapidary class and would like to continue learning how to cut and polish gemstone cabochons, this is the class that will help you improve your skills and move to the next level. This is not a beginner class but the instructor will review the basics with you as you push your skills and build your cutting confidence. The focus will be on improving your design skills as you learn to cut new shapes from agates, jaspers and other materials. You are welcome to bring your own stones to class for discussion. An optivisor is recommended.
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This is a great class for those interested in learning an additional technique to show off your cabs. You will learn how to surround your cabochon in peyote stitch (a seed bead stitch) with varying sizes and colors of beads; attach the ultra-suede back and add embellishment beads to extend the design. The bail can be done in several different stitches. Each of these will be demonstrated. This technique allows you to further bring out the beautiful colors in your cabs with the assistance of beads.
his class is an introduction to the basics of cutting and polishing gemstone cabochons. No experience is necessary. You will learn how to form cabochons of several shapes from slabs of stones such as agates, jaspers and more. We will explore gems and minerals in the rough state & learn about tools and equipment used in the lapidary arts. You are encouraged to bring your own stones to class for discussion. An Optivisor is recommended.
his class is an introduction to the basics of cutting and polishing gemstone cabochons. No experience is necessary. You will learn how to form cabochons of several shapes from slabs of stones such as agates, jaspers and more. We will explore gems and minerals in the rough state & learn about tools and equipment used in the lapidary arts. You are encouraged to bring your own stones to class for discussion. An Optivisor is recommended.
Learn saw piercing from Maxi of Maxi Cif Designs. Dip a toe in and learn the basics of cutting out a shape or design from sheet metal. In this class you will learn how to properly load a blade into a saw frame, how to lubricate the blade, proper posture and technique, how to drill and pierce an interior design, and how to finish your piece of jewelry. You will have a variety of designs to choose from, copper to practice with, and a piece of sterling silver for your final design. You will leave with a finished necklace. This class is appropriate for complete beginners or those looking to further practice saw piercing and get assistance.