{"product_id":"jogs-gem-show-class-mix-match-metalsmith-create-a-two-stone-adjustable-split-ring","title":"JOGS GEM SHOW CLASS SEPT 5TH - Mix, Match \u0026 Metalsmith: Create a Two-Stone Adjustable Split Ring","description":"\u003ch1\u003eJOGS Gem Show Class in Tucson, AZ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMix, Match \u0026amp; Metalsmith: Create a Two-Stone Adjustable Split Ring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday, September 5th | 12:30–2:00 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJOGS Gem \u0026amp; Jewelry Show — Tucson Expo Center\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3750 E. Irvington Rd.\u003cbr\u003eTucson, AZ 86714\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Size: 6 students\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate your own sterling silver two-stone split ring while learning foundational metalsmithing skills in this hands-on 90-minute workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most fun parts of a split ring is choosing \u003cstrong\u003etwo gemstones that look amazing together\u003c\/strong\u003e! You'll get to mix and match from a selection of cabochons I'll have available in class to create a combination that feels completely your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd since you'll be at JOGS, take advantage of all those gemstones! I encourage you to explore the gem show before class and see what catches your eye. If you find stones you love, you're welcome to bring them to class to use in your ring. Each ring will use one \u003cstrong\u003e8x10mm oval cabochon or a 10mm round cabochon\u003c\/strong\u003e and one \u003cstrong\u003e7mm round cabochon\u003c\/strong\u003e, so just make sure the stones you choose are those sizes and shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom there, you'll learn how to use a torch to solder your ring, form your sterling silver band, set your gemstones, and finish everything into a comfortable, wearable piece. The split design makes the ring adjustable, so you can change the fit depending on which finger you want to wear it on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this workshop, you'll learn and practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoldering sterling silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing, forming, and shaping a ring band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting cabochon gemstones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembling and finishing your ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll also receive my \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoldering Tip Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal Buying Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to take home, so you'll have helpful resources to reference as you continue your metalsmithing journey after class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo previous metalsmithing experience is necessary. This workshop is beginner-friendly, and you'll leave with a finished sterling silver two-stone adjustable split ring made by you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll tools, sterling silver, gemstones, and materials are included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is taught by Skyler Dunfey, the owner and artist behind SkyJune Designs, a jewelry studio based in Flagstaff, Arizona. Inspired by the landscapes of the Southwest and a love of adventure, she creates handcrafted sterling silver jewelry designed to be both comfortable and durable enough for everyday wear. In addition to creating her own collections, Skyler teaches metalsmithing classes out of her studio in Flagstaff and is passionate about helping students build confidence in their metalsmithing skills. Skyler is thrilled to be teaching at the \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eJOGS\u003c\/span\u003e Tucson Gem \u0026amp; Jewelry Show and looks forward to sharing her passion for metalsmithing with the gem and jewelry community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA note about close-up work:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We'll be working with small jewelry components throughout the class, so please bring your reading glasses, OptiVISOR, or any other magnification you typically use for detailed, up-close work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SkyJune Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48607415435449,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/0695\/8521\/files\/Option1SplitRingswithprefabricatebezels_1.png?v=1787021566","url":"https:\/\/skyjune.com\/products\/jogs-gem-show-class-mix-match-metalsmith-create-a-two-stone-adjustable-split-ring","provider":"SkyJune Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}