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Classes at Creative Side | Jewelry Academy of Austin
Summer 2010 class schedule view & sign-up today! Click on one of the classes available below and signup on the class page to register & pay online.
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Please Note the following corrections for the print catalog:
"Casting and Carving" is actually on July 31-Aug.1 we have it listed July 17-18th.
"Rings made from Precious Metal Clay" is a 2 day class that takes place on July 17-18th.
"Jewelry design for Wax Casting" through AMOA.org is July 11th-12th not June 11th-12th.
"Traditional Stone Setting" has been cancelled. It will be offered in the Fall.
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6/5-6th with: Steve Kriechbaum
Soldering 101 will introduce you to the fun and free -flowing world of soldering and appliqué. Learn sweat soldering, fused bead making, bezel setting and other techniques for silver, copper, or brass. read more>
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7/30 with: Janise Simmons
Come explore the remarkable versatility of Precious Metal Clay (PMC). The material looks and works like clay when wet, but can also be worked dry to create different design effects... read more>
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6/16, 23, & 30th with: Valerie Masterman
With Chasing and Repousse' learn how to form sheet metal into your own designs with small steel tools. This process gives you the option to give your pieces varying highs and lows creating a beautiful and...read more>
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6/19 with: Rima Rex
Overlay is great way to add a deep pattern to the surface of your work. This technique was originally made popular by the Hopi Indians. To achieve this deep recessed appearance a design is cut from a piece... read more>
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6/26-27 with: Barry Perez
Take the mystery out of the finishing process and quit sanding and polishing all day! Learn the most efficient and effective ways to finish out and add beautiful and unique textures to your jewelry pieces. Beginners will discover what kind of finish particular tools produce...read more>
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7/6 6-8pm or 8/1 6-8pm
Take the guessing work out of the materials used for beading techniques. Discover how to use tiger tail, crimp beads, pliers and other tools. Discuss different bead strings and cords, and create beautiful patterns... read more>
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7/14 with: Rima Rex
Forget about the outrageous cost of metal and learn to use recycled materials instead! Keepsakes and other found objects can be formed into fascinating jewelry that tells a story. Join Rima... read more>
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7/17 with: Janise Simmons
Come make your own wonderful rings with Precious Metal Clay. Let Janise show you how to work with this innovative and amazing material. Learn how to size the ring to fit your finger so you can make band and... read more>
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7/24 with: Barry Perez
No more working in the flat! Begin raising your designs into 3- D works of art. Metal Forming is done by forcing the material over a rigid object. In this fun one day workshop learn to use a hydraulic press... read more>
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7/31st-8/1 with: Courtney Grey
Learn to create your own 3 dimensional pieces in silver. Work hands learning the process known as âœlost wax castingâ with experienced artist and casting technician Courtney Gray. This is an essential medium of the jewelry trade with endless possibilities... read more>
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8/4 with: Rima Rex
In this workshop students will learn the Etruscan weave and create their own chain. After briefly discussing and viewing different chain styles and techniques students will then focus in on a woven Etruscan chain... read more>
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8/7 with: Lisa Crowder
In this one day class, learn wire & tube riveting techniques that can be used in a multitude of projects.
Learn to put pieces together without the use of a torch or heat of any kind by feeding metal wire pins or tube... read more>
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8/11th, 18th, & 25th with: Ashleigh Holeman
Enameling is the technique of applying specially formulated colored glass compounds to metal, and then fusing the enamels to the metal with heat. Learn how in this hands-on three day workshop and how to begin applying it to your own jewelry making ... read more>
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8/14-15th with: Rima Rex
Here's what you have all been asking for. Learn to create a mold of organic objects from nature, including twigs, flower pods, acorns, bugs, or essentially anything that will burn away in the kiln. Bring in a selection of objects to cast.... read more>
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8/17 with: Lauren Checchio
Gain skills and dexterity essential to jewelry making while learning about wire wrapping from accomplished wire wrap artisan Lauren Checchio. Learn to use round nose and flat nose pliers and flush cutters to create a beautiful pair of earring's...read more>
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8/24 with: Lauren Checchio
Advance in your wire working skills with Lauren, taking your herring bone weave and other wire skills to the next level. Learn to make beautiful customized bead caps using only wire. Increase your dexterity with pliers, and other wire working tools....read more>
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8/31 with: Rima Rex
Develop your skills to cut out beautiful intricate designs in metal sheet. Learn to use one of the most imperative tools in the jewelry trade, the jeweler's saw. Discuss the proper use of the saw, different saw blades, their sizes and applications... read more>
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9/2, 9th, & 16th with: Janise Simmons
Learn how to make your jewelry wearable by creating custom findings and connections for your pieces. In this class you will learn soldering techniques using a small portable torch that can be used inside your home. The first evening learn... read more>
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9/4-9/5 with: Steve Kriechbaum
Cancelled. Will be offered in the Fall
Are you ready to incorporate beautiful gemstones or diamonds in your jewelry? Take your confidence and ability to the next level in this two-day hands-on, stone setting workshop. Having over thirty years experience in gemstone setting Steve will guide you... read more>
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9/7 with: Lauren Checchio
Learn hands-on how to decorate a pre-made pendant in the shape of a circle, square, or marquise, with this easy to learn wire wrapping technique. With this technique you can make pendants... read more>
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9/15 with: Rima Rex
Learn how to create simple bezels, which are a beautiful and versatile way to set smooth top stones of all shapes and sizes. A bezel is a thin strip of metal that is shaped and formed around a stone to encapsulate... read more>
