Aug 29th: Leaf Earrings with Guest Instructor Sylvie Alusitz from Halstead
Regular price $0.00Riveted Leaf Earrings with Guest Instructor Sylvie Alusitz
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Join us for a special metalsmithing workshop taught by guest instructor Sylvie Alusitz and presented in collaboration with Halstead, a jewelry supplier based in Prescott, Arizona.
In this class, you'll create a pair of nature-inspired leaf earrings while learning a variety of foundational and intermediate jewelry-making techniques. Starting with sheet metal, you'll texture your leaves using hammers, texture plates, stamps, and the rolling mill to create unique organic surfaces. You'll then learn how to add a riveted vein down the center of each leaf, exploring cold connections as an alternative to soldering.
To finish your design, you'll add tube-set stones that resemble sparkling dew drops resting on the leaves, bringing color and dimension to your earrings.Â
Skills You'll Learn:
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Sawing and piercing metal
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Creating texture with hammers and/or stamps
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Riveting and cold connections
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Tube setting stones
This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to expand their skills as well as experienced makers interested in exploring new techniques. You'll leave with a beautiful pair of handcrafted earrings and a deeper understanding of both mechanical connections and stone setting.
Cancellation Policy:
- Classes are fully refundable with two weeks' notice.Â
- Cancellations made between two weeks and 48 hours before the class are not eligible for a refund but will receive 50% of the class cost as store credit.
- Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or “no-shows” will not be refunded, rescheduled, or credited.
*If you’re unable to attend last minute, you’re welcome to send someone else in your place.
*All students must be 13+ to attend alone, or 10+ if they are attending with an adult. Â
