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BEADING 101 - Necklaces and Bracelets
Learn to make Necklaces and Bracelets using basic finishing techniques. Class instructions will cover all basic information needed to get started. All students will have the opportunity to finish one to two pieces by the end of the class. List of necessary materials and tools will be provided. Tools will be available to share.

Cost: $42, Skill Level: Beginner, Sessions: 1 Pre-requisite: none

Sunday
| Jul. 1 | *12– 2:30pm

Monday
| Jun. 11 | *6 – 8:30pm

Wednesday
| Jun.27 | *6 – 8:30pm
| May 30 | *6 – 8:30pm

Saturday
| Jun. 23 | *4:30 - 7pm

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BEADING 201 - Earrings and Pendants
Learn to create Earrings and Pendants using basic wire-wrapping techniques. Class instructions will cover all basic information and allow for practice time. Students will have the opportunity to finish one to two pieces by the end of the class.

Class on Demand! Come in anytime and learn how.

WRAP-AROUND SHABBY CHIC BRACELET
This hot new bracelet will have you all Wrapped up with the celebs! A fresh look with Swarovski crystals will have you all set for Spring. In this class you will learn to weave Swarovski crystals onto leather cording. Most students will finish a double wrap bracelet while others will finish a triple.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

One Session: Three Hours

Sunday
| Jun. 3 | *12:30 - 3pm

Monday
| Jun. 25 | *6 – 8:30pm

Saturday
|Jul. 21 | *10:30 – 1pm

Twisted Totem - wire pendant
(GUEST INSTRUCTOR)
Create an abstract wire pendant using copper wire and found objects. In this class you will be tasked to create an assortment of coils using different types of wire; from round to square. This statement piece will allow you to express your creativity.

Cost: $48 Skill
Pre-requisite: Beading 201 or Bombay Necklace
Tools and Materials: list provided at registration.

Saturday
| Jun. 30 | *1– 4pm

Woven Bails
(GUEST INSTRUCTOR)
Learn to create a wire woven bail that can be used for myriad of pendants. Not only a great project but a great technique!

Cost: $38 Skill
Materials: list provided at registration.

Saturday
| Jun. 30 | *10 – 12pm

BASIC SOLDERING I - Charms
Learn the basic concepts in soldering while creating a Message Charm with a silver edge. This project will allow you to create a more polished look to your stamping projects. By the end of this class you will have an understanding of necessary tools and materials to successfully solder simple joints.

Cost: $62, Skill Level: Confident Beginner, Sessions: 1
Materials: Kits available Tools: Tools will be provided to share. Optional Soldering Kits $115.

Saturday
| Jun. 16 | *9:30 - 12:30pm

PMC Certification Class -July 13-15, 9-5pm

Rio Grande’s Rio Rewards PMC® Certification Program is designed for the serious and dedicated PMC enthusiast who seeks the recognition that a standardized level of expertise offers. Taught by world-class instructors, the curriculum is demanding and tests specific skills and techniques (apart from artistry) for working with PMC over the course of three days. Students who complete certification leave the class equipped with advanced skills and knowledge, prepared to teach PMC classes and to incorporate PMC into their own work.

Students should have considerable working experience with the product and should be comfortable with techniques such as joining, slip joining, hollow forms, ring construction, rolling out equal thicknesses of clay, stamping textures and working with two- and three-dimensional forms.

A series of seven specific projects test students’ proficiency in using PMC in a variety of ways. Techniques taught include stamping, carving, simple tool-making, gem-setting, building a hollow form, embellishing beads, patterning, texturing, mold-making, making slip, ring sizing, rehydrating PMC and surface finishes. Also included are various firing techniques from kiln-firing to torch-firing gold PMC, discussions on metallurgy, gemology, teaching techniques and ways to set up a PMC business. Each project is designed to present several aspects of Precious Metal Clay. By proving their skills through these pieces, students demonstrate to themselves and to the instructor that they have a solid understanding of these diverse uses of the material. Successful completion of this intense three-day workshop provides confidence for artists and teachers, preparing them for a wide range of professional pursuits. Active participation in the class is needed to get the full benefit—the photos below provide a glimpse of the projects and the intentions behind them.

To register go to riorewards.com

Studio Time

Continue using your new skills with Studio Time! Participants will have full use of our equipment and metal stamp collection.

Pre-Requisite: studio time is open to everyone who has taken a class. Instruction will not be provided. Don’t get shut out, call ahead.

Cost: $14/hr (or any part of an hour)

Bezel Setting - Intro to Silversmithing

If you are looking for a fresh approach to jewelry making try metalsmithing. This class will teach you how to create sterling silver bezels to set cabachons for pendants.
Cost: $135, Tools: Available to share,

Skill Level: Advanced, Sessions: 1, Pre-requisite: : students Must be proficient at soldering with a torch, teach approval is required.

Sunday
| Sept. 2| *9am - 3pm

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Frame It ! - Resin
Create keepsakes charms using resin. In this class you will learn how to properly apply, cure and dome resin to create personalized charms.

Cost: materials used, Skill Level: Beginner

Wednesdays - All day
Thursdays & Fridays - 10-2pm

Come in anytime during these hours and we'll show you how!

Bling Ring!
Create a fun ring for everyday or any special occasion in just minutes.
Cost: materials used, Skill Level: Beginner

Come in during store hours and we'll show you how.

First come first serve.