Studio Courses...
Beaded Bangle
Create an attention getting slip-on bangle in sterling silver or 14k gold-filled wire. Add your own beadwork design to the frame to complete this fun, artistic piece.
Earrings Workshop
Create at least 3 pairs of earrings each in this fun class. You will learn basic wire working skills that are transferable to creating many other pieces of jewellery. A great starter class!
Freeform Wire Jewellery
Go beyond following patterns and learn to create wire jewellery that reflects your individuality! Techniques will be taught through several exercises, then you’re free to use them to design your own style of jewellery. Beginners and intermediate wire workers will enjoy this creative class. Students are encouraged to bring any special beads, stones, parts, that they would like help with, to make into their own special jewellery!
Introduction to Wire Jewellery
Learn the basics of traditional wire wrapping using set patterns. In this class you will create a pair of earrings, a ring, and a bangle bracelet. Other fun “tricks” will be demonstrated as time permits. A great start for beginners.
King’s Chain Sterling Silver Bracelet
This beautiful, substantial chain bracelet looks complicated, but once you know how to open and close jump rings and follow the pattern, you are on your way to creating this show stopper piece! The complete kit for a ladies bracelet in sterling silver is included.
Mother of Pearl Pendant Drop
Learn to wire wrap a mother-of-pearl piece with pre-drilled holes. The holes help you create a multitude of designs in your work. Demonstration and design help will be offered.
Scalloped Necklace
Create a delicate summer necklace by joining curved pieces of sterling silver wire and adding beads for your own unique touch.
Wire Links Bracelet
Create and shape links and attach them with jump rings to form an elegant sterling silver bracelet.
Wire Wrapped Pendants
Create a beautiful wire wrapped pendant. Choose a cabochon (stone) from my selection. Each pendant is truly personalized, and you will be shown how to create several styles.
Wire Sculpted Pendants (Intermediate)
Learn to sculpt long pieces of gold-filled or sterling wire around beads to create an elegant, flowing pendant.
Note... Base metals will be used (unless specified otherwise in the course description), however students may choose to make some of the wire projects in precious metals (sterling silver or 14K gold-filled) which will be provided at a fair price if requested.