Alphabetical Class Listing, Descriptions, Cost, etc:
BEADED BEAD: Pat Kort teaches this beginner class in Peyote Stitch, in which you will create an easy and stunning focal bead, which can be worn alone on a slide or necklace. $30 class fee, supplies extra.
BEADING BASICS: Learn all the basics of making necklaces, bracelets and earrings in this fun class. You will learn two techniques; how to attach a clasp to a bracelet/necklace, and how to do the "hangman's noose" wire wrap technique for earrings. You will leave class with a finished pair of earrings and a bracelet! $15 fee, plus supplies.
CHEVRON AT THE BEACH: Pat Kort has once again designed an easy, yet light and delicate necklace that will showcase your St. Augustine beach treasures. You will learn the chevron stitch in this class, plus a beautiful and unique closure (clasp) for the back. $30, plus supplies.
COLD CONNECTIONS: All the rage, come in and learn a few techniques to cold-connect layers of metal. We will make a bracelet in this class, and also use our hammering, doming, and punching skills. $45, all materials included (brass, copper and silver elements).
COLD-SHOP SILVER SMITHING: Get ready to hammer and twist! We will make some unique focal pieces with heavy gauge wire, learn all about metal and its properties, which tools to use, how to punch a hole in metal, and how to hammer words into a silver disk. $40 class fee, materials included.
COPPER ETCHING: Ever wanted to texture your own metal? This is the class for you. We will use your free-hand designs, rubber stamps and resist to etch away some of the copper, leaving the coolest designs! Then you can cut, dome, punch or form your metal into jewelry of your own. $40, includes supplies.
CRYSTAL GARDEN PATH: This is a more advanced bead weaving project, and will take more than one class to complete. In the first class, we will weave the base of the bracelet, and you will pick out all your seed bead and crystal colors. In the second, or follow-up class, you will add the crystal flowers and finish the closure. $45 for both classes, and materials are extra.
DARE TO DREMEL: If you have a Dremel tool, or one similar, and want to learn all the ways you can use it, come to this class! We will work on drilling holes in glass and shells, and so much more. $35 class fee, iincludes your supplies; you must bring your own Dremel tool (BYOD).
This is a sample of a cha-cha bracelet, and the shells and glass were drilled with a Dremel.
ENAMELING: A basic class in enameling, you will be working with powdered glass and copper shapes to make pendants and earrings. We will use basic sifting techniques, and fire in the kiln. Accessories are included - millefiore and cat's whiskers - for adding detail. $55 class fee, includes your supplies.
FREE-FORM WIRE WRAP: This is a good intro class to wire-working...you will get familiar with the tools needed and how to create an attractive "cage" for an undrilled treasure. Bring a shell, rock or other item you'd like to wear as a pendant. $35, supplies included.
LINKS AND LOOPS - A WIRE-WORK BRACELET: This is a good, basic class for those who want to work more with wire. We will be creating jump rings using the "Jump-Ringer" and S-hook links and clasp using hand tools. Bring some of your own beads for embellishment. $35 class fee, includes your supplies.
LOVE THE LOOM! Pat Kort is a loom-master, and will teach you to fall in love with this tool. She has created a beautiful bracelet for you to learn on, and will teach you about loom set-up, finishing and adding snaps or a clasp. $35, supplies extra.
MAKE YOUR OWN RINGS: A fun and easy class, come with an open and adventurous mind. We will make basic rings, and then embellish them with a couple different techniques. $25 class fee, wire included (any beads extra).
PEARL WIRE-WRAPPED BRACELET: This is a great beginner wire-work class! We will start with a base of copper wire, run it through the rolling mill, anneal it, and shape it. Then we will add freshwater pearls and sterling silver wire, patina the silver and voila! You will leave with a beautiful bangle, & lots of knowledge about wire and tools. $45, all materials included
POLYMER CLAY AND RESIN: A fun, new way to mix two media, we will first fashion simple polymer clay shapes, punch holes and bake for the frame...then add colored resin. When cured, light will shine through the resin, like stained glass windows! $35, all materials included.
RESIN CHARMS: We will work with a two-part epoxy resin to create whimsical and personal charms, using bottle caps and purchased bezels. Bring some of your own photos (photocopied and reduced to 1") and little charms and things to add to the resin. $45, includes your supplies.
RUSSIAN LEAF EARRINGS: A great intro to bead weaving, Pat Kort will take you throughh the steps to make these easy and fast, not to mention glamorous earrings, that have plenty of bling. $30, supplies extra.
SOLDER WITH ELS: Els Heber is a very experienced and wonderful teacher of traditional silver-soldering techniques. You will learn how to solder a bezel, and will actually make a pendant or ring in this class. $55 class fee, supplies extra (usually around $10). You can take this class as often as you have projects you need help with.
STAINED GLASS TECHNIQUE - CHARMS AND PENDANTS: We will use your photos (please photocopy the originals, and reduce size to fit into a 1"x 1.5" opening) and other ephemera to create personalized glass pendants, and more. A good quality soldering iron is a must (Weller 100 watt), other supplies will be provided. $45 class fee.
TORCH WORK INTRO - COPPER CHAIN: Get over your fear of the torch, and take this easy class in making a copper chain. We will use a single-fuel torch, "phos-copper" solder, and copper wire to make a handsome chain. We will also be using hammers for texture. Knowing how to use the torch really opens up your beading world, so sign up for this class. $55, supplies included.
VIKING KNIT: This wire-weaving technique produces a very thick wire cord that looks great in bracelets and necklaces. Truly invented by the Vikings and used in armor, it's actually simple to do (once you set up the loom!). $40 class fee includes copper wire, the loom you will construct and finishing techniques. Sterling kit available for $35 extra. End caps and findings not included.
WIRE PEOPLE EARRINGS: A cute and good beginner wire-work project, we will teach you all about wire, the tools you need, and make an adorable pair of earrings for you to take home with you. $30, includes your supplies.
WIRE-WEAVE DOLL PIN: Using some twining and weaving techniques borrowed from basket-making, we will create a cute doll pin in colors of your choice. We will use the torch to "ball-up" the ends of heavy gauge copper wire, then weave in a lighter gauge to shape the doll's body. $40 class fee, includes everything but the beads (you can bring some of your own).
WIRED FOR FUN - MIXED MEDIA EARRINGS: We will shape copper wire into fun earrings shapes, cut and paste photos/text/pretty paper onto them, and seal them with a high-dome, shiny acrylic resin. $30 class fee, wire included...bring your own images if you want to, but we have plenty.
All classes require a $10 non-refundable deposit, unless otherwise noted.
Call the shop to reserve your place - (904) 829-8829
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