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To register for any of
the listed classes please call 440.708.1771 (Bead Q!). Classes must
be prepaid and will only be refundable if cancelled before Oct.
25, 2012. A waiting list will be started after all seats are filled.
Clases
will take place at
Rainbow Arts and Crafts
521
W. Germantown Pike Norristown (E. Norriton) PA
http://www.rainbowartsandcrafts.com/index.htm
If you would like to
purchase tools and metal stamps go to our online store theUrbanBeader
. If you would like to pick them up at the class you MUST send an
email to sales@theurbanbeader.com to let us know.
Classes subject to cancellation
for lack of interest.
Flush
Side Cutters
Chasing hammer and bench block (optional)
Round nose
Flat nose or chain nose x2 or one of each
Ruler
Metal files (not diamond coated) or cup bur
Fire tweezers
Magnifying glasses and Ott light as needed
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BASIC
SOLDERING I - Spiral Chain
Nov. 12 - 9 - 11:30am
Learn the basic concepts in soldering while
creating a Spiral Chain. By the end of this class you will
have an understanding of necessary tools and materials to
successfully solder simple joints. Students will complete
a spiral bracelet by the end of class.
Cost:
$98 (price based on a $35 market, we reserve
the right to adjust the kit price according to market price.)
Skill
Level: All
Seats available: 6
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Required
Tools:
Flush Side Cutters
Chasing hammer and bench block (optional)
Round nose
Flat nose or chain nose x2 or one of each
Ruler
Charcoal block or magnesia block
Magnifying glasses and Ott light as needed
Fire tweezers
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BALL
AND LOOP - Silver Fusing
Nov. 12 - 1 - 3:30pm
Create an elegant chain from the fine art of
fusing. For this class, all you will need is wire! The best
things in life are the simple.
Cost:
$115 (price based on a $35 market, we reserve
the right to adjust the kit price according to market price.)
Skill
Level: All
Seats available: 3
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Required
Tools:
Prong Pusher or bezel pusher
Steel Ring Mandrel
Ring Clamp
Rawhide Mallet
Metal Files
Flush Side Cutter
Old but clean Tooth Brush
Magnifiers (a must!)
Task Lamp (optional)
Jewelers saw (optional)
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STACKING - Tube Setting
Nov. 12 - 4 - 7pm
Handcrafted stacking rings are fun and easy
to make. In this class students will learn to tube set gem
cut stones and make rings. Most students will finish 2-3 rings.
Pre-requisite: basic soldering.
Skill
Level: Intermediate/Advance (Steady hands helpful!)
Class
fee: $115 (includes silver stock for 3 rings,
ss tubes, 3 stones, set of 4 setting burs, use of solder.)
Seats available: SOLD OUT
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Flat
nose pliers
Round nose pliers
2 hole metal punch
Chain nose pliers
Bench block (optional)
Leather Mallet (optional)
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Elements
in Heat- Enameling
Nov. 13 - 9- 12pm
Add a new dimension to copper and silver without breaking
your budget! Learn proper firing techniques to easily add
color and design to metal. Students will create fun charms
from copper and enamel for pendants, earrings or bracelets.
Additional materials and tools maybe purchased from instructor.
Required
Materials Kit: $45 (copper pieces, copper decals, enamel for
use)
Skill
Level: All
Class fee: $60
Seats available: 6
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Bench Block
Household hammer at least 8oz.
chain nose pliers
flush side cutters
Riveting hammer
3mm center punch (no self tapping)
Metal files
Metal ruler (12”)
Bezel Shears
Exacto knife or rolling cutter
Cutting Surface at least 12" wide
Sharpee
(fine tip)
Texture hammer or chasing hammer (optional)
Divider (optional, recommended)
Decorative metal stamps (optional)
Magnifying glasses and Ott light as needed
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COOL,
CUFFED AND CONNECTED
Nov. 13 - 1 - 3:30pm
Learn how to stamp metal AND work with leather.
Students will learn to cut and finish leather in the first
part of the class. In part two, students will learn metal
stamping. Add all the pieces together and you will set the
latest trend in fashion!
Class
fee: $85 (includes leather for 2 cuffs, snaps,
copper, brass and nickel sheet, copper and ss tubing.)
Skill
Level: All
Seats available: 10
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Jewelers
Saw
Bench pin
Cut Lube
Fine tip Sharpee
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Cut Outs - Sawing Made Easy
Nov. 13 - 4 - 6pm
If you have been fighting wtih a saw, this
class will help you win. Learn the proper way to handle this
essential tool to create great cut out pieces from any metal.
Class
fee: $65(includes copper sheet and saw blades.)
Skill
Level: All
Seats available: 10
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