Intermediate Silversmithing Class Bracelets

Intermediate Silversmithing Class Rings

This intermediate class is available to any student that has attended our Beginning Silversmithing Class. We may also accept students that have previous Silversmithing experience. That experience must include creating several  bezel set pendants using hard solder. Students who have attended Beginning Silversmithing by Don Norris or Chad Parker are welcome. If you haven't taken a class with any of us but you have experience please give me a call so that we may discuss your skill level before you sign up. My number is 317 755-0095

In the Intermediate Silversmithing Bracelets class you will create a:
 
 

Examples of bracelet with interchangeable focal pieces.

Bracelet – This bracelet is a three quarter oval bracelet with formed ends that enable a mounted bead, step mounted cabochon, bezel mounted cabochon or charm to be easily fastened into place to make the bracelet into a complete oval bracelet.

Stepped Bezel Cabochon Mount – This mount utilizes an especially designed bezel that does not require a backing or padding. It does require the Cabochon to be uniform in shape. . It also has a pair of loop fasteners that are sized to the bracelet it is to be used with. Pick from our dozens of cabochons for this special project.

Universal link mount – This mount enables a designer to create specifically theme based bracelets without having to create a specifically sculpted piece for every bracelet he or she creates. Thousands of unique charms are readily available from many companies to use with this link.

A dual wire cuff  - This is technique is demonstrated on the class CD and will not be created  in class. This mount is a dual wire cuff designed to be used with a  mounted cabochon.

 
   
Skills you will learn in this class:
  how to use a step bracelet mandrel
  the forming of a bracelet using a tapered bracelet mandrel
  internal bezel soldering
  quick bezel creation using step bezels
  proper technique for using a burnishing tool
  to create identifying marks on your metal projects
  work harden a bracelet
  determine total bracelet length from a wrist size measurement
  attach ring loops to cabochon mounts
  using a ring holder to assist polishing
  how to place embellishments in front of cabochons
Materials furnished in the class are:
  a charm
  solder and expendables
  a cabochon
  step bezel
  bracelet sterling wire
You will also receive:
  A DVD of the class instructions ( includes a video of processes)
  Layout diagrams for wide band ring creation
  Size tables for interchangeable cuff bracelets and focal points
  More...

(a bracelet materials fee of $40.00 to $120.00 will be charged on class day depending on design chosen)
This class is 6 hour one day class
Class size is limited to 8 students.

 

In the Intermediate Silversmithing Rings class you will create  one of the following rings.
 
These three ring styles are typical of the majority of soldered rings you will encounter. They are assembles of diverse components. They all have a minimum of two components, the band and the top.

 

Dual Band Ring with V shaped attaching point - A dual band ring that is  split apart at the top in a triangular pattern and attached to a bezel mounted cabochon top.

Wide Band Ring - A single circular, a complete loop. It is of various widths from one quarter inch to five eight inches. with a cabochon mount or charm top.

You will create two simple cabochon mounts for use with these rings. You will use pattern wire for embellishment on the mounts so that you can experience rapid product development. You may also bring your own cabochon mounts to use on this project.

Single Band Ring - A single circular complete loop will be demonstrated - not built in class
Skills you will learn in this class:
  use of ring bending pliers
  to create a hammered surface on silver
  proper technique for using a burnishing tool
  to create identifying marks on your metal projects
  using a ring holder to assist polishing
  rapid product development skills
  low profile bezel soldering
  how to place embellishments in front of cabochons
  a technique to get proper alignment of ring band to top
  a method for quick polishing the inside of a ring band
  a method for no solder cleanup where ring band touches top
Materials furnished in the class are:
  fine silver sheet for cabochon mounts
  Sterling wire for embellishments and rings
  pattern wire
  solder and expendables
  two cabochons
You will also receive:
  A Video DVD of the class instructions
  Layout diagrams for wide band ring creation
  More...

  (a ring materials fee of $30.00 to $60.00 will be charged on class day depending on design chosen)
This class is 8 hours in one day
Class size is limited to 8 students.

We normally run these two classes on consecutive days at the same store.

These classes usually fill up fast so please sign up today. 
I plan to teach this silversmithing class in the Midwestern states of Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Michigan, Missouri, West Virginia, Kansas and Wisconsin.  If week day silversmithing classes can be arranged for two sessions in the same week I may be able to accommodate you in other states.

Here are the advanced silversmithing classes scheduled for this store.

Cost:: $295.00
(plus materials fee on class day of $70 to $180 depending on the designs you choose)
16 hours over two consecutive days.
Max Students: 8

 

Class will be cancelled if less than 5 students have not signed up by 7 days before class date.

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Questions: Please contact David Smith by email at Dave@SilversmithingClass.com