Resource person: Maggy

Location: Crafty Classroom | 444 SE 9th Street, Bend, OR, 97702

Description:

In this class, you’ll create beautiful hand-forged metal pendant using copper and brass. Learn the basics of metalsmithing including working with a range of our jewelry studio tools including the jewelry saw, dapping tools, piercing tools, hammers and soldering torch. You will transfer a pattern to a piece of metal, drill or punch holes in the metal, saw out the design, shape, file, add textures solder and sweat solder your pieces together.  Sweat soldering is used when putting together two flat pieces of metal, to create a complete seal holding them together with no gaps around the edges.

Take home a beautiful new piece of jewelry to wear or gift to someone special.

Previous jewelry making experience is helpful but not essential.  For your safety, close-toed shoes, long hair pulled back, clothes that you don't mind getting dirty are highly recommended.

All materials and tools included. 

20% discount for DIYcave Members  

If this class is Full sign up for our waitlist to be notified if space opens up. If the dates do not work for you, schedule a private session of this class.

Required age: Over 14 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: Please arrive for class in closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long hair must be tied back. If you have personal protective equipment such as your own safety goggles, please bring it with you. Otherwise, protective gear will be provided as needed. Your registration and attendance of this event constitutes your agreement to the terms and conditions. www.diycave.com/liabilitywaiver

Prerequisites: No Experience Required Ages 14+ welcome if accompanied by a parent/guardian. Both need to register and pay.

Tags: Jewelry

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