Make & Take Bead & Connector Necklace  

Workshop

When: Thursday and Friday, July 23&24, 12:30pm to 3:30pm

Where: East Lapidary Studio

Teacher: Trudy Baker

Registration is required to attend this workshop

Required Prerequisite:

Make & Take Earrings. Basic Wire Wrapping, or previous bead & wire experience 

Description of Workshop:  

Day One - Continue practicing the wrapped loop as you build a long necklace of beads and metal connector sections.  Learn to use beading wire, crimp closures and adding a clasp.  

Day Two - Learn to add patterns  to sheet copper with the rolling mill.  Then learn to cut that metal into shapes with our die-cutting equipment and drill holes.  You will have enough practice to be certified for future use of this equipment when you finish your projects.  

You will be proud to have two necklaces that you made with components that you also made. 

Bring jewelry pliers: chain nose, flat nose, round nose AND small flush wire cutter. Wear closed-toe shoes, safety glasses and sturdy apron.

Materials Fee: $20 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

Maximum Number of Students: 5