Wirework

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Description: Learn to make the ultimate in suppleness: a handmade chain in fine-silver wire. Working side-by-side with a professional goldsmith renowned for his award-winning jewelry, you will go step-by-step through the complete process for making the perfect chain.
 
Students will Learn: How to fabricate and finish a handmade chain using only wire, a needle, and their fingers; how to make tools, select and prepare materials, create the structure, cold working, annealing, and straightening and drawing the chain. Class also includes a discussion of appropriate clasps, terminations, and making attachments.
 
Project will be completed in class.
 
At least 18 years old.
 
Supplies to Bring: Ruler, writing materials, task lamp or swing-arm lamp, magnification (Optivisors).
 
Pliers: Chainnose, roundnose.
 
Materials in Kit: Fine-silver, copper.
 
Limit: One seat per person per class.