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| Welcome to my 2008 jewelry workshop schedule, chronologically
listing 42 classes in 12 cities. If you would like to take a class
please sign-up with the hosting institution, but if you have a questions
send me a note by my contact page. thanks,
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The Brookfield Craft Center is located in Brookfield, Connecticut, ten miles north of Danbury on the banks of the Still River. Besides such traditional subjects as ceramics, weaving, metalsmithing, woodworking and stained glass, the Center offers many unique topics including boat building, business skills, home restoration, photography, design theory, and decorative arts techniques. Our workshops are taught by nationally acclaimed visiting artists & craftsmen who come to the Center from across the nation. Sign up by calling Kristin Muller at (203) 775 - 4526. |
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In this 6-hour cold-connection workshop, we will explore a variety of innovative wire to plier techniques to assemble chain with bead embellishments. Complete an 8-inch beaded Flower chain bracelet from Scott’s 2nd upcoming book. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools to hold gemstone beads on silver wire and then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with your choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp; both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand tools needed with supply kits containing sterling silver components and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required. |
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In this 3-hour cold-connection workshop, we will explore a variety of innovative wire to plier techniques to handcraft earring hooks, assemble chain, and embellish with beads. Complete three pair of gemstone studded Flower earrings from Scott’s 2nd upcoming book. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools to hold gemstone beads on silver wire and then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand tools needed with supply kits containing sterling silver components and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required. |
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Looking for a creative boost to your jewelry repertoire?
In this 4-hour cold-connection workshop we will complete a double
Triangle pendant from Scott’s 3rd forthcoming book. Bypassing
the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools to assemble
dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings.
Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand tools needed
with supply kits containing sterling silver components and quality
gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at
an additional fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful,
but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required.
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The one and only Beadissimo
is dedicated to promoting creativity and individuality by providing
interesting and unique product and expert staff to help anyone interested
in designing and creating jewelry achieve a sense of accomplishment
and satisfaction. Sign up for a workshop by calling their helpful
staff at (415) 282-2323. |
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In this 3-hour cold-connection workshop, we will
explore a variety of innovative wire to plier techniques to handcraft
earring hooks, assemble chain, and embellish with beads. Complete
two pair of gemstone studded Flower chain earrings; featured in
Scott's upcoming 2nd book, to be published in the near future. After
a demonstration on making head-pins with 19-gauge Argentium silver
wire and a propane torch, the class will utilize pre-made headpins
to form earring backs and secure gemstone beads to be combined with
a Flower chain derivative patterns composed of flush-cut and tumbled
jump rings. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand
tools needed, and supply kits containing Argentium sterling silver
components and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option
will be available at an additional fee. Some basic wire working
knowledge is helpful, but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye
coordination required. |
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Friday, March 14th, 2008 2pm - 5pm Triple Tripoli Triangle Pendant Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this
3-hour cold-connection workshop where we will complete a Triple
Tripoli Triangle (say that three times fast) Pendant. Step into
my world and explore the triangulation of the Byzantine chain to
assemble three Tripoli forms, which will be combined with a floral
ring connection into a triangle formation. This unique chain design
will be illustrated in Scott's forthcoming 3rd book, to be published
in the near future. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will
utilize simple hand-tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed
of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. Instructor will provide printed
instructions, all hand tools needed, and supply kits containing
sterling silver components; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available
at an additional fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful,
moderate hand-eye coordination required. |
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this
6-hour cold-connection workshop where we will complete a Serrated
Byzantine bracelet. This unique chain design will be illustrated in
Scott's forthcoming 3rd book, to be published in the near future.
Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools
to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled
jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with your choice of a super-strong
magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp; both clasping
techniques will be demonstrated. Instructor will provide printed instructions,
all hand tools needed, and supply kits containing sterling silver
components; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional
fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, moderate hand-eye
coordination required. |
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Explore cold-connecting metal to mineral in this
hands-on beaded chain workshop we will complete a Beaded Flower chain
bracelet; featured in Scott's upcoming 2nd book, to be published in
the near future. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize
simple hand-tools to securely set gemstone beads on wire and assemble
a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings.
Bracelets will be completed with your choice of a super-strong magnetic
clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp; both clasping techniques
will be demonstrated. Instructor will provide printed instructions,
all hand tools needed, and supply kits containing sterling silver
components and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option
will be available at an additional fee. Some basic chain working knowledge
is helpful, but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination
required. |
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The Bead Society of Northern California has invited me to be the guest speaker for their March meeting (7-9pm) while I'll be in the Bay area. I will be delivering a presentation entitled, Dodecahedron: the many facets of a craft book author. The Sheraton-Four Points (corner of Powell and Christie)
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The Bouncing Bead, located in La Mesa just outside San Diego, California. Owned and operated by sisters Laura and Michelle who are admitted enablers to the beaders addiction! Call them to sign-up for these workshops at (619) 460 - 2323.
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In this two-day eight-hour cold-connection workshop, participants will transform the Byzantine chain into triangular Tripoli formations to complete a Flower Quatrefoil Pendant; a unique chain design from Scott's forthcoming 3rd book. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. The first day will start by covering the basics
of metals, round wire, hand tools, aspect ratio of jump rings, and
history of the fabled Byzantine chain. We will then be assembling
sterling silver jump rings into the Byzantine chain, which will
be transformed into Tripoli forms. I will demonstrate gemstone setting
into the Tripoli form and how to suspend the Tripoli’s into
a bracelet design, but we might not have time in class to complete
this bracelet. |
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On the second day we will practice ‘plier gymnastics’ to assemble the triple-interwoven Flower chain and explore how this concept can be taken to Sequential and Repetitive patterns. We will then be combining four Tripoli forms with Flower patterns to frame the geometric Quatrefoil. Finally, the pendant is completed with a larger four-ring 17-gauge floral centerpiece. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all
hand tools needed, and supply kits containing sterling silver and
14/20 gold-filled components. To help reduce eyestrain, I advise students
to bring their own freestanding light source (with extension cord)
and Optivisor. Prerequisite: basic Byzantine chain working knowledge
and moderate hand-eye coordination required for this intermediate-level
intensive workshop. |
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Discover the many expressions of silver in this 6-hour PMC & Chain bracelet workshop. Learn the basic techniques to stamp and mold PMC silver to create a richly textured and softly curved metal clay centerpiece that will be fired and finished over lunch. After the break we will utilize simple hand tools to assemble the Byzantine chain composed of pre-cut and tumbled jump rings, completed with choice of magnetic or s-clasp. This class is jam packed with valuable techniques and hints to inspire you. The project covers a wide range of skills taught by two best selling authors to expertly guide you through this one of a kind project. I will be co-teaching this class with fellow artist/
author Sherri
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Metalwerx
Inc. is a 501 C #, non-profit Jewelry School and Community Studio
focused on jewelry and the metal arts. Metalwerx recognizes the capacity
for creative expression inherent in each individual and is dedicated
to enabling that expression. The mission of Metalwerx is to enrich
people’s lives by exposing them to a creative, stimulating environment,
expertly taught classes and a community of dedicated practitioners
with a focus in metals. Metalwerx offers year round jewelry and metal
arts classes and workshops for students of all ages and summer programs
for teens. Curricula include: metal working techniques, creative problem
solving, design, and the tangential application of math, history,
physics, geology, and chemistry. |
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In this two-day cold-connection intro-level workshop,
participants will complete two bracelets and a pair of earrings. Bypassing
the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools to hold
gemstone beads on silver wire and then set them into a dynamic chain
design composed of flush-cut and tumbled silver jump rings. The first
day will start by covering the basics of metals, round wire, variety
of hand tools, aspect ratio of the jump rings, and history of the
fabled Byzantine chain. I will demonstrate how to utilizing simple
hand tools for wrapping wire into coils and hand-cutting jump rings.
We will then be assembling pre-cut and tumbled 18-gauge sterling silver
jump rings into the Byzantine chain, completed by adding sets of beads
throughout the chain in a zigzagging pattern, as seen on the 1st book
cover. The class will conclude with a demonstration on forging a sterling
S-clasp utilizing a hammer against anvil. |
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On the second day we will learn to apply a variety of innovative wire to plier bead setting techniques in making the flower chain earrings, complete with handcrafted shepherd’s hook earring backs and embellished with semi-precious beads. These individual techniques will be developed with repetition in the building and assemblage of an 8-inch Beaded Flower bracelet, completed with a super-strong magnetic clasp. This class will conclude with the demonstration on handcrafting magnetic clasps. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. Each day you will leave with a bracelet on your wrist and a healthy hobby under your hat. This is a good opportunity to do something fun together with a partner or a young teen! No experience necessary: Ages 14 and up. |
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April 11-13, 2008 - Art Glass
& Bead Show I will just be vending on Saturday and Sunday for
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The Touchstone
Center for Crafts is located in the beautiful Laurel Highlands
60 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, PA. This unique craft school has
expanded to include contemporary and experimental techniques in addition
to traditional and historic methods in disciplines such as blacksmithing,
ceramics, metals, textiles, glass, oil and watercolor painting, photography,
printmaking and sculpture. Sign up for this weeklong workshop by calling
Collette Ridgeway at (800) 721 - 0177. |
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In this weekend workshop we will explore a variety of innovative wire and plier techniques to secure your favorite glass or gemstone centerpieces, while maintaining an aesthetic transition into several chain patterns. Participants will complete two sterling silver bracelet projects of the Beaded Puño chain and the Beaded Tripoli chain. The Friday evening session will cover the basics
of metals, round wire, hand tools, aspect ratio of jump rings, and
a bit of chain history. Each participant will gain hands-on experience
in wrapping wire on a mandrel, hand-cutting coils into jumprings,
and assembling small sections of their preferred chain styles. |
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Saturday session will explore a variety of wire to
plier solutions for securing beads to be continued with chain. With
our centerpiece bead set with wire, we will complete a Inca Puño
(a.k.a. Queen’s Braid & Box) chain, assembled from flush-cut
and tumbled jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice
of magnetic clasp or forged S-clasp; both clasping techniques will
be demonstrated. |
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The Sunday session will focus on completing a Suspended
Tripoli chain bracelet with optional bead embellishments. We will
start with the Byzantine (a.k.a. King’s Braid & Birdcage)
chain, which will be transformed into Tripoli triangulations and then
suspended by larger rings in an undulating pattern. Handcrafted headpins
will secure the bead embellishment; teardropping Argentium silver
wire will be demonstrated. Prerequisite: Some basic wire-working and
chain-making knowledge is helpful, moderate hand-eye coordination
required. |
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Art & Soul is a paper, fabric, jewelry and fiber arts retreat that brings a wide variety of skills and artistic talent together for a 5th year! Choose from dozens of mixed media workshops taught by internationally recognized instructors—designed to energize your creative spirit and reveal the secrets of your soul. Workshops will be posted online Nov. 5, with registration opening on Nov. 15.
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In this 3-hour cold-connection workshop, we will
explore a variety of innovative wire to plier techniques to handcraft
earring hooks, assemble chain, and embellish with beads. Complete
two pair of gemstone studded Flower chain earrings; featured in Scott's
upcoming 2nd book. After a demonstration on making head-pins with
19-gauge Argentium silver wire and a propane torch, the class will
utilize pre-made headpins to form earring backs and secure gemstone
beads to be combined with a Flower chain derivative patterns composed
of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. Instructor will provide printed
instructions, all hand tools needed, and supply kits containing Argentium
sterling silver components and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled
option will be available at an additional fee. Some basic wire working
knowledge is helpful, but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye
coordination required. |
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Discover the many expressions of silver in this 6-hour PMC & Chain bracelet workshop. Learn the basic techniques to stamp and mold PMC silver to create a richly textured and softly curved metal clay centerpiece that will be fired and finished over lunch. After the break we will utilize simple hand tools to assemble the Byzantine chain composed of pre-cut and tumbled jump rings, completed with choice of magnetic or s-clasp. This class is jam packed with valuable techniques and hints to inspire you. The project covers a wide range of skills taught by two best selling authors to expertly guide you through this one of a kind project. I will be co-teaching this class with fellow artist/
author Sherri
Haab. |
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this
3-hour cold-connection workshop where we will complete a Triple Tripoli
Triangle (say that three times fast) Pendant. Step into my world and
explore the triangulation of the Byzantine chain to assemble three
Tripoli forms, which will be combined with a floral ring connection
into a triangle formation. This unique chain design will be illustrated
in Scott's forthcoming 3rd book, to be published in the near future.
Bypassing the need for a hot-torch, we will utilize simple hand-tools
to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled
jump rings. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand
tools needed, and supply kits containing sterling silver components;
a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional fee.
Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, moderate hand-eye coordination
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This weeklong event features 500 classes and workshops for all skill levels and 360 vendors from around the world. Known as the world’s largest consumer bead show, attracting attendees from all 50 states, and 26 countries. This brilliant venue is made possible by the hard work and dedication of the staff at Kalmbach Publishing, know for their excellent publication of Art Jewelry and Bead&Button magazines. Online registration will open on Tuesday, January 15, noon CST. Due to the large class sizes, my friend and fellow
author Sherri
Haab
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This workshop will be exclusively offered at the Bead&Button Show in 2008. In this one-day cold-connection workshop, students will complete tornado beaded earrings, then take this technique into an 8- in. beaded tornado Byzantine chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to hold gemstone beads on Argentium silver wire, then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled Argentium sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Pre-requisite: Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this cold-connection chain class. Students will complete an 8-in. serrated Byzantine chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged Sclasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chainworking knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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Learn to apply a variety of innovative wire-to-plier
bead setting techniques in this coldconnection chain class. Students
will complete three pairs of gemstone-studded flower earrings. Bypassing
the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools
to craft shepherd’s hook earring backs and to hold gemstone
beads on Argentium silver wire. Then, they will set them into a dynamic
flower chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings.
Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is
required. |
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I will be signing and selling copies of my first book, Handcrafting Chain and Bead Jewelry, along with a variety of ring-n-bead supply kits, handmade clasps, dynamic earrings, and unique portfolio of handcrafted jewelry art bracelets and necklaces.
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Learn to apply a variety of innovative wire-to-plier bead-setting techniques in this coldconnection class. Students will complete an 8-in. beaded flower chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to hold gemstone beads on Argentium silver wire, then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled Argentium sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chainworking knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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Looking for a creative boost to increase your jewelry repertoire? In this cold-connection workshop, students will complete an 8-in. beaded tripoli chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to hold gemstone beads on silver wire, then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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In this cold-connection chain class, students will complete a triple tripoli triangle pendant. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Some basic chainworking knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required.
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this cold-connection chain class where students will complete a geometric flower quatrefoil pendant. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required.
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The 13th annual Puget
Sound Bead Festival will be held at the newly built Tacoma Convention
Center and is produced by the good people at The Bead Factory in
Olympia, WA. To get more information or sign up for a workshop,
visit their website
or call their helpful staff at 1-888-500-BEAD. |
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this cold-connection chain class. Students will complete an 8-in. serrated Byzantine chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged Sclasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chainworking knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required.
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Friday, July 11th, 2008
9am - 5pm Suspended Tripoli Bracelet Looking for a creative boost to increase your jewelry repertoire? In this cold-connection workshop, students will complete an 8-in. beaded tripoli chain bracelet. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to hold gemstone beads on silver wire, then set them into a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp. Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required.
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In this cold-connection chain class, students will complete a triple tripoli triangle pendant. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Some basic chainworking knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required.
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Explore the hidden potential of jump rings in this cold-connection chain class where students will complete a geometric flower quatrefoil pendant. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to assemble a dynamic chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. Some basic chain-working knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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August 3-10, 2008
- ART Unraveled Welcome to ART Unraveled, the mixed media art retreat where the mysteries of art are unraveled for you by the finest art instructors from around the U.S. and Canada. Experience the joy of spending 7 days surrounded by like-minded spirits immersed in art, camaraderie, contests and lots of fun! |
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After a keynote address, you can meet instructing artists, chat and enjoy their art in the Salon Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, located at 2532 W. Peoria Ave. |
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Explore the hidden potential of your fingertips
in this 3-hour wire-wrapping workshop where we will complete two
pair of Woven earrings; featured in Scott's upcoming 2nd book, to
be published in the near future. After a demonstration on soldering
loops and making headpins with 19-gauge Argentium silver wire and
a propane torch, the class will use pre-made loops and headpin wires.
The wires will be formed into earring backs and the loops will be
fulfilled by hand weaving 24-gauge wire with a variety of bead sizes
(2,3,4,6mm). Explore the possibilities of design by color and shape,
playing with positive and negative shape relations into a balanced
symmetry. Instructor will provide printed instructions, all hand
tools needed, and supply kits containing sterling silver components
and quality gemstone beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available
at an additional fee. Some basic wire working knowledge is helpful,
but no experience necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required.
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Discover the many expressions of silver in this 6-hour PMC & Chain bracelet workshop. Learn the basic techniques to stamp and mold PMC silver to create a richly textured and softly curved metal clay centerpiece that will be fired and finished over lunch. After the break we will utilize simple hand tools to assemble the Byzantine chain composed of pre-cut and tumbled jump rings, completed with choice of magnetic or s-clasp. This class is jam packed with valuable techniques and hints to inspire you. The project covers a wide range of skills taught by two best selling authors to expertly guide you through this one of a kind project. I will be co-teaching this class with fellow artist/
author Sherri
Haab. |
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Learn to apply a variety of innovative wire to plier
bead setting techniques in this 3-hour wire-wrapping workshop. We
will be completing two pair of Tornado-wrapped Earrings & one
Triple Tornado-wrapped Pendant; featured in Scott's upcoming 2nd book,
to be published in the near future. After a demonstration on making
headpins with 19-gauge Argentium silver wire and a propane torch,
the class will use pre-made headpin wires to secure a gemstone bead
in 24-gauge wire wrapping of implied tornado vortex. The remaining
19-gauge headpin wires will be shaped into earring backs, formed into
a centerpiece Pendant, or combined into multiple chain patterns. Instructor
will provide printed instructions, all hand tools needed, and supply
kits containing Argentium sterling silver components and quality gemstone
beads; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional
fee. Some basic wire working knowledge is helpful, but no experience
necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required. |
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September 26-28, 2008 - Taos Ski Valley What could be better than attending a fascinating
workshop in an inspirational mountain setting at 9300 feet? Taos
Ski Valley, August 2008 will be home of the first Fall Art Workshop
series. Renowned local and national teachers will be holding weekend
workshops from August through October. To receive a workshop information
pack please contact the Taos Ski Valley chamber of Commerce at (505)
776-1413, or call toll-free at: (800) 517-9816 ext. 1513, or email
at: info@taosskivalley.com |
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Friday, September 26th, 2008 On the introductory Friday evening we gather for an
informal meet and greet at the TSV base area. I will be demonstrating
and having participants make a few pair of Tornado-wrapped Earrings;
a simple wire-wrapping technique from my 2nd upcoming book. |
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Saturday, September
27th, 2008 Explore the potential of simple hand tools by assembling silver jump rings into dynamic chain patterns. The first day's workshop will cover the basics of round metal wire, hand tools, making jump rings, and chain history. We will then assemble pre-cut silver jump rings into a Byzantine chain to be embellished with gemstone beads; as seen on the 1st book cover. This class will conclude with the demonstration on handcrafting a super-strong magnetic clasp to complete each bracelet. Instructor will provide printed handouts, ring-n-bead supply kits, and all hand tools needed. Students should bring their own individual light, small extension cord, and an optivisor. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, but no experience
is required. Each day you will leave with a bracelet on your wrist
and a healthy hobby under your hat. This is a good opportunity to
do something fun together with a partner or teen! |
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Sunday, September
28th, 2008 The second day's workshop will explore a variety of wire to plier
bead setting techniques. Bypassing the need for a hot torch, students
will utilize simple hand tools to set gemstone beads onto silver headpin
wires. These beads will then be assembled into dynamic chain design
composed of flush-cut and tumbled sterling silver jump rings. The
class will conclude with a demonstration on forging a silver S-clasp
utilizing a hammer against an anvil. Instructor will provide printed
handouts, ring-n-bead supply kits, and all hand tools needed. Students
should bring their own individual light, small extension cord, and
an optivisor. |
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October 1-6, 2008
- Art & Soul Art & Soul is a paper, fabric, jewelry and fiber arts retreat that brings a wide variety of skills and artistic talent together for a 5th year! Choose from dozens of mixed media workshops taught by internationally recognized instructors—designed to energize your creative spirit and reveal the secrets of your soul. |
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In this 3-hour cold-connection chain workshop we
will complete a Triple Tripoli Triangle pendants from Scott’s
third, yet unpublished, book. Bypassing the need for a hot-torch,
we will utilize simple hand-tools to assemble dynamic chain design
composed of flush-cut and tumbled jump rings. Instructor will provide
all hand tools needed with supply kits containing sterling silver
components; a 14/20 gold-filled option will be available at an additional
fee. Some basic chain working knowledge is helpful, but no experience
necessary; moderate hand-eye coordination required. |
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Discover the many expressions of silver in this 6-hour PMC & Chain bracelet workshop. Learn the basic techniques to stamp and mold PMC silver to create a richly textured and softly curved metal clay centerpiece that will be fired and finished over lunch. After the break we will utilize simple hand tools to assemble the Byzantine chain composed of pre-cut and tumbled jump rings, completed with choice of magnetic or s-clasp. This class is jam packed with valuable techniques and hints to inspire you. The project covers a wide range of skills taught by two best selling authors to expertly guide you through this one of a kind project. I will be co-teaching this class with fellow artist/
author Sherri
Haab. |
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In this 3-hour will explore the simplified soldering techniques of a new silver alloy known as Argentium® Sterling Silver. With a simple propane torch, participants will design and create their own unique pendant centerpiece from silver sheet, wire and rings. With a full explanation of this alloy’s amazing working properties, we will play with repetition pattern created by bulls-eye and infinity designs from a variety of ring sizes and overhanging rings that will allow seamlessly combined into chain patterns. No experience necessary; just a big smile and willingness to conquer the fear of flame. |
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Learn to apply a variety of innovative wire-to-plier
bead-setting techniques in this coldconnection class. Students will
complete an 8-inch beaded flower chain bracelet. Bypassing the need
for a hot torch, students will utilize simple hand tools to hold
gemstone beads on Argentium silver wire, then set them into a dynamic
chain design composed of flush-cut and tumbled Argentium sterling
silver jump rings. Bracelets will be completed with a choice of
a super-strong magnetic clasp or a traditional hand-forged S-clasp.
Both clasping techniques will be demonstrated. Some basic chainworking
knowledge is helpful, but no experience is required. |
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The 1st annual Bellevue
Bead Festival will be held at the Bellevue Hyatt Regency Hotel
and is produced by the good people at The
Bead Factory in Olympia, WA. To get more information or sign up
for a workshop, visit their website
(currently not online) or call their helpful staff at 1-888-500-BEAD. |
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In this 3-hour will explore the simplified soldering
techniques of a new silver alloy known as Argentium® Sterling
Silver. With a simple propane torch, participants will design and
create their own unique pendant centerpiece from silver sheet, wire
and rings. With a full explanation of this alloy’s amazing
working properties, we will play with repetition pattern created
by bulls-eye and infinity designs from a variety of ring sizes and
overhanging rings that will allow seamlessly combined into chain
patterns. No experience necessary; just a big smile and willingness
to conquer the fear of flame. |
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Come explore the potential of jump rings in this
introductory workshop into chain jewelry design. Using simple hand
tools we will assemble a basic two-on-one chain with silver and
bronze jump rings. The final embellishment of copper infinity rings
will overlap each silver ring adding visual depth and hypnotic pattern.
Bracelets will be completed with an s-clasp, and the class will
conclude with a forging demonstration by hammer and anvil. No experience
necessary, you will leave with a bracelet on your wrist and a healthy
hobby under your hat. |
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Get captivated by wire in this hands-on chain jewelry
workshop where we will explore the potential of wrapping wire with
an electric screwdriver. This low-tech gizmo allows quick and spontaneous
spinning of wire around wire into a bead structure to be embellished
with gemstone beads, adding color to the implied motion. These beaded
beads are then curved into an S-shape and combined with a two-tone
Double chain between, creating a unique bracelet with texture and
mixed-metal pizzazz. Bracelets will be completed with an s-clasp,
and the class will conclude with a forging demonstration by hammer
and anvil. Optional patina and polish will be available for those
that want an antiqued look. No experience necessary, you will leave
with a bracelet on your wrist and a healthy hobby under your hat. |
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Cast a line into this beaded chain class where
we will make not one, but two bedazzling chain fish pendants. With
a full introduction to the age-old Byzantine chain, we will proceed
into a four-way cloverleaf connection that will be extended into
a fish form to be bead embellished. The first fish will be assembled
from 18-gauge bronze jump rings and the second slightly smaller
in 19-gauge sterling silver rings. We will then set both fish with
student choice of semi-precious gemstone beads secured by beading
cable and crimps. Optional patina and polish will be available for
those that want an antiqued look. No experience necessary, you will
leave with two bedazzling fish and a healthy hobby under your hat. |
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