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Wire I - Diane Mason A traditional beginning wire class where students go upward from the basics to be prepared for WIRE II by using extensive classroom theory along with "monkey-see, monkey-do". Ten/twelve projects are planned where no two are alike, each with varying skill learning techniques. Students will begin with the simple and walk their way up to a higher level. Learning techniques will cover (1) two bracelets each with different techniques (2) two calibrated cabochons each with different techniques (3) uncalibrated cabochon pendant (4) uncalibrated cabochon earrings (5) 2 pair of simple earrings each with different techniques (6) a simple ring (7) a basket with an enclosed stone. No two projects are alike. Students will learn how to clean jewelry appropriately, purchase cabochons, price and sell finished products, purchase necessary tools, be introduced to the use of the rolling mill, and to read a pattern. Materials needed including wire, stones, beads, snaptights, and use of all tools used while in class will be provided by the instructor and is included in the class charge. Correspondence 4-6 weeks prior to start of class will be sent for review. Necessary items for students are an OptiVISOR, a sweater, an open mind, and a willingness to learn. Come laugh and learn to wrap stones and wire into jewelry. Lab fee includes practice wire, syllabus, wrap tape, pens, paper, handouts, magic eraser, and use of classroom tools. Media - Wire: silver and silver filled. Contact......(706) 379-1718
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Wire II - Diane Mason This is a beginning WIRE II class devoted to the actively wrapping WIRE I student and the WIRE II student who has completed a class and feels his/her performance did not meet the standards set for that class. Many students are hesitant about the transition between WIRE I and WIRE II. This class gives students the necessary confidence to take another step up. Please read the prerequisites carefully before registering. This is a fun class with extreme learning potential. Intensive skill set use with emphasis on detail and more intricate projects will be covered. The use of only square dead soft wire with the use of half hard wrap wire will be taught. Prongs are not taught but students will still be challenged. This is not a difficult class but a "scratch your head and think very hard" type of program. Projects will include a faceted pendant, the use of rockers, advanced cabochon wraps, a loose doublet, and a special cabochon bracelet. Because of the detail to be obtained students can expect to complete no more than 10 projects. Correspondence will be made 4-6 weeks prior to start of class with a necessary supply list. Work may be done in silver, gold filled, or silver filled wire but NOT in craft or copper wire. Students are expected to bring their own tools. Instructor's tools may be used if notice is received ahead of time. All stones and cabochons will be provided by the instructor and a price list will accompany contact information. This ensures that everyone is working on the same size stone at the same time. It is absolutely essential that students meet the prerequisites for this class. Time and consideration of fellow students will not allow any backtracking into teaching the basics. Please read the prerequisites prior to registration. Any questions about eligibility should be directed to the instructor so they can be addressed. Lab fee includes syllabus, handouts, pens, paper, wrap tape, magic eraser. Media - Wire (ss, gf, sf in dead soft with half hard wrap wire) CONTACT: (706) 379-1718 jimndee43@gmail.com.
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Wire III - Faceted Stones, Let’s Step It UP!!! - Diane Mason Scared of small stones? Intrigued by a beautiful faceted stone but don't know what to do with it? Fun, faceted stones, and learning techniques are what you will find abundant here with a total of at least 11 projects all with faceted stones. Even with a different type of stone this is still a traditional wire class. Shapes to be used are: trillion, emerald, pear, marquis, and oval. Each shape will have a pendant and earring combination completed. There will also be an oval stone bracelet. Work will be in sterling, silver filled, or 14/20 gold filled wire and will be the student's choice. We will NOT be using copper or craft wire. A smaller and softer wire will be used. The main purpose of this class is to make wire students aware of techniques used to wrap a faceted stone and to become as confident and successful with faceted stones as cabochons. Contact will be 4-6 weeks prior to start of class with a list of supplies, prices, and wire needed. Students will be working on the same size and shape of stone at the same time and are asked to please obtain stones from the instructor. Please read the class prerequisites carefully. If students have any questions about their qualifications, they are asked to contact the instructor prior to registration. Lab fee includes syllabus, wrap tape, handouts, pens, paper, and magic eraser. Media - Wire (ss, sf, or gf. dead soft with half hard wrap wire). CONTACT: (706) 379-1718 jimndee43@gmail.com
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Wire III - Filigree - Diane Mason This class is designed for the active wire student who wishes to further his/her wire studies and career. It is NOT a cold connection or silver class. There will be 6-8 basic wire filigree projects taught prior to midday Wednesday. Students will then "step out of the box" and design pieces of their own. All wire used will be dead soft except the wrap wire. Planned projects include earrings, a bracelet, and pendant. Students are asked to bring their own tools, wire, and any special stones or beads they wish to use. If needed, stones and beads will be available from the instructor. Contact will be made 4-6 weeks prior to start of class with a list of needed materials including the name of the book required to be purchased. Students should read all prerequisites carefully and register for class only after the requirements are met. An interest in creating your own jewelry is very necessary. Lab fee includes: pens, paper, syllabus, handouts, wrap tape, magic eraser, and use of special tools. Media - Wire (ss, sf, gf in dead soft only with half hard as wrap wire) CONTACT: (706) 379-1718 jimndee43@gmail.com
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