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Wire I - Diane Mason Come let me show you how to wrap stones and wire into jewelry. This is a traditional beginning wire class where students go from the basics to preparation for WIRE II by using classroom theory along with "monkey-see, monkey-do" techniques. Ten/twelve projects are planned, each with varying foundational skills and techniques. Novice wire wrappers will easily transcend to being prepared for WIRE II. Students will learn how to clean jewelry, purchase correct cabochons, price finished products, purchase tools and learn how to use them, as well as learn to read patterns. All materials required for class are include in class materials cost and will be provided by the instructor. Tools will also be provided for classroom use. Students should bring: an Optivisor, an open mind and a willingness to learn.
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Wire II - Diane Mason This is a beginning WIRE II class devoted entirely to the WIRE I student who is actively wrapping and wishes to advance their career. This will be a fun class with extreme learning potential and an emphasis on detail work using smaller stones and more intricate pieces. Approximately 10 projects which will include small faceted pendants and earrings, a loose doublet, a faceted stone bracelet, and a variety of other lovely pieces while learning the use of rockers, and an introduction to wire sculpture and design. We will NOT be using copper, brass, or craft wire. Instructor will send a letter with supply list prior to class. Students are expected to bring their own tools and purchase all stones and cabochons from the instructor—price list will accompany supply list. Should you have any questions about your eligibility, supplies, etc., please contact instructor: Home: 706-379-1718, Cell: 843-621-0003, Rock Shop: 706-379-3124, or jimndee43@gmail.com.
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Wire III – Faceted Stones, Let’s Step It UP!!! - Diane Mason Have a fear of small or faceted stones? Are your intrigued by a beautiful faceted stone but don’t know what to with it? If the answer is yeas, then this class is for you. Fun, faceted stones and learning techniques are what you will find abundant. A total of 12 projects using all shapes of faceted stones will be completed. You will also become familiar with and use a smaller gauge of wire. Students will use (1) Sterling, (2) gold filled, (3) silver filled, (4)a combination of these metals and is the student’s choice. Students must bring their own wire since it will not be available in class. Projects include a pendant and a pair of earrings in each shape plus two bracelets. This is a traditional wire class so please read the prerequisites very carefully Students must be actively wrapping and making at least two creations per week for six months prior to arrival. If you have any questions about your qualifications, please contact the instructor prior to registration at 706-379-1718 or by email at the following: jimndeed43@gmail.com. Instructor will contact each student 5-6 weeks prior to class with a list of supplies to bring, supply prices, and where and what wire to order and bring. Students will be working the same size stones at the same time and are asked to obtain all stones from the instructor. Lab fee includes syllabus, wrap tape, 14-15 handouts, pen, sharpie, and notebook, and wire cleaning cloth.
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