Charms are not just for bracelets! Anything that can be strung on a headpin can be used to create baubles for things like earrings and necklaces too! In this class, we will learn how to properly open and close jump rings, stack beads to create baubles/charms, make wire wrapped loops to finish your "charm", attach jump rings, attach toggle clasps to an unfinished chain, and create a fabulous necklace.
Supply List
Basic Jewelry kit, consisting of:
* 1 pair of needle nose pliers (flat, no teeth)
* 1 pair of side cutters (wire snips)
* 1 pair of round nose pliers
click for image of tool kit
*All can be purchased for under $10 at WalMart, JoAnn's, or other craft stores. Or, you can raid your husband's tool kit. :) These tools are not just for jewelry making, they also come in handy for scrapping and crafting, too! These are VERY light weight and can easily be packed in your checked in luggage if you're flying. DO NOT pack these in a carry on. They WILL be confiscated by TSA.
It is strongly recommended for each student to bring their own set if possible. There will be a couple of sets of tools to share, but it will make your project go a lot faster if you bring your own and don't have to wait for the shared tools.
Meet your Professor…
Erin Grotegut
My favorite guilty pleasure.... False eyelashes (yah baby!)
My secret talent is... I played the trumpet for 7 years.
The best gift I could receive.... I've already received two "best gifts" - a wonderful husband and a sweet and darling doggie... but since we're wishing I would love for someone to pay off my mortgage and pay for a couple adoptions.
Something in my closet I should throw out but haven't... my lingerie from my honeymoon - like it's ever going to fit again. HA!
1 comments:
It also reminded me of Art Deco Fashion Jewelry and how I'd recently discovered that he loves.
Thanks for this fabulous post! I have seen such beautiful jewelry but never knew the name of the maker. I'll keep my eyes open now. I can see how stunning these would look on a solid colored outfit.
You have a great eye! Thanks for sharing your experience.
Thanks for sharing your collection. Its always a treat to read about someones personal collection, and why they love what they love. These jewelry are stunning, they must look fabulous with a little black dress.
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