Springtime Copper Jewelry Workshops with Tia Shira

Springtime Copper Jewelry Workshops with Tia Shira

Working with Copper is fun, and sooo trendy  These classes will introduce you to the joy of working with copper in different ways, while learning basic jewelry making skills.

MARCH 21 –  HAMMERED COPPER JEWELRY – 9:30 AM – 1 PM.

Learn the joy of hammering! You will add texture to copper pieces (and antique or patina) to make a pair of earrings, bracelet, or pendant.  Tools and materials provided.    Members:  $30; non-members:  $75; $5 materials fee.

APRIL 24 – CHARMING METAL CLAY COPPER.  9 AM – 4:30 PM.

Learn how to work with precious metal clay in copper! You will make your own unique charms for a bracelet, earrings, or pendant. Students will learn to roll, shape and texture the clay. After firing, the creations become solid copper! Pieces will be fired and then polished and antiqued if desired.  Tools and materials provided.   Members $75; non-members: $115;  $20 materials fee.  Additional clay available for purchase.

MAY 15 – ENAMEL ON COPPER : COLORFUL BAUBLES – 9 AM -3 PM.

Learn to apply (glass) enamels to copper blanks as well as a variety of design techniques, to make colorful earrings, charms or pendants. This class is an introduction to the wonderful world of enameling.  Tools and materials provided.  Members: $60; non-members: $100.  $10 materials fee.