CLASS DESCRIPTION

Understand the tools that are available and "what tool does what", so that you can work effectively.

Learn to make a variety of various findings which are essential skills when creating hand-made jewellery. You will work with copper and Artistic Wire™ during this class, this is ideal when learning. Once you have mastered the technique you can then move onto working with Sterling and Argentium Silver wire in your own time.

At the end of the class you will leave with a good understanding of how to continue making your own findings, and how to incorporate adding beads into your design.

SKILL PREREQUISITE

There are no prerequisites for this class, it is open to all.

ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES COVERED

How to make:

* Eye pins

* Head pins

* Wrapped loops

* Spirals

* Jump rings

* Hooks and Clasps

* A variety of different ear wires

* Correct tool use and selection

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

* All materials to complete the class

* Tuition

* Notes (soft copy)

* The loan of a SJS student tool kit during the class

WHAT TO BRING AND MATERIAL FEE

No MATERIAL FEE is payable, your materials are included in the price of the class.

PLEASE BRING:

* Notebook, pen & pencil

* Apron

* Glasses if required

* You are welcome to bring your own pliers, wire cutters tool sets if you have your own.

GENERAL INFORMATION

* If you have an allergy to base metals, please advise prior to the class so that we can accommodate you. Please note, a small additional fee may be payable should this be required.

* OH&S requirements : Please wear CLOSED IN shoes, long hair should be tied back. If you wear contact lenses, we recommend wearing glasses, not contact lenses during classes. We also strongly recommend wearing minimal jewellery when undertaking a class at the studio, no long necklaces, bracelets etc. or anything that can get caught on machinery.

PREVIOUS STUDENTS HAVE SAID

" I have struggled with using pliers and getting the perfect loop for ages, a few hours in this class changed everything, I was holding them incorrectly and all it took was the guidance of your very patient teacher. I wish I had done this years ago, thanks." Bea Gilly

"Another useful class at SJS, you guys are full of them. I am enjoying seeing all the pieces of my work improve as I learn new ways to do things. This class was super useful for me and learning how to make my own clasps was great." Jessica Sprey