Metal Smithing Classes
Soldering 1 - Bracelet M1
This workshop will introduce silver soldering to enable you to make connections such as jump rings and secure pins and findings. You will make a bracelet, including a clasp. This is the prerequisite class needed before taking other soldering classes.
June 8 Sat. 10:00-3:00 $85.00
Aug. 24 Sat. 10:00-3:00
Nick Barnes, instructor/supply fee $35.00* payable to instructor on day of class
Soldering II Stone Set Pendant - Intermediate M2
Students will learn the ancient traditional technique of bezel setting a cabochon (flat bottomed) stone in fine and sterling silver. Students will fabricate a pendant using sheet/wire and cast components; giving quality time to learning the bezel setting technique. Students may bring their own stones/glass/object to set - dimensions to be no larger than 1" in diameter. Prereq. Soldering 1 within the past 18 months or your soldering skills are up-to-date.
Aug. 25 Sun. 11:00-4:00 $85.00
Nick Barnes, instructor/supply fee $35.00* (includes one stone) payable to instructor on day of class; other stones will be available for purchase from instructor.
Soldering II Stone Set Earrings - Intermediate M3
Students will fabricate a pair of bezels to seat smaller scale stone/s for either a stud or dangle earring design of their choice. The use of pre-fabricated bezels will be discussed along with design/weight and functionality during the design/making process. Students may bring their own stone/object/glass pieces to be set (dimensions to be no bigger than 12mm or 1/2" diameter with a flat base). Prereq. Soldering 1 within the past 18 months or your soldering skills are up-to-date.
July 21 Sun. 11:00-4:00 $85.00
Nick Barnes, instructor/supply fee $35.00* (excluding stones) payable to instructor on day of class; stones will also be available for purchase from instructor
*Silver Twilight Rings M4
Special Guest Teacher - One time only!
Stone setting has just been made easy; with the use of a few burs and flex shaft, anyone can easily set Chatons in a ring or anything you want to add a little sparkle. Students will learn to size burs to properly fit stones; and proper usage of the flex shafts.
July 13 Sat. 6:00-9:00 $54.00
Kieu Pham, instructor/materials fee of $55
*Spinning Ring M5
Special Guest Teacher - One time only!
Create flair and movement with this class. Students will learn to shape and form a brass ring or copper ring and then lock an inner ring that will spin. Skill level: confident beginner/intermediate.
July 14 Sun. 1:00-4:00 $54.00
Kieu Pham, instructor/materials fee of $25
*Spiral Chain - Basic Soldering M6
Special Guest Teacher - One time only!
Learn the basic concepts in soldering while creating a Spiral Chain. By the end of this class you will have an understanding of necessary tools and materials to successfully solder simple joints. Students will complete a spiral bracelet by the end of class. Skill level: confident beginner/intermediate.
July 13 Sat. 9:00-12:00 $54.00
Kieu Pham, instructor/materials fee of $55
*NOTE: Due to current market prices, the supply fees for metal classes may increase by 10% without notice.

