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Beginning Silversmithing
Did you know that Silversmithing is a classic American art form that you can learn in only a weekend? It is and you can! This is a two day beginning silversmithing 12 hour class where you will learn how to make a sterling or fine silver pendant. You will discover how to solder a bezel, set a cabochon, decorate your project with embellishments some of which you will create. Then you will polish the finished piece to a lustrous sparkle.
You will create a contemporary or southwestern styled pendant like one of these and a pair of earrings if time permits.
This intermediate class is available too any student who has attended our Beginning Silversmithing Class. We may also accept students who have previous silversmithing experience. must include creating several bezel set pendants using hard solder. Students who ha ve attended Beginning Silversmithing by Don Norris, Joe Silvera 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 916 548 7361. I you have purchased my Intermediate Video Series DVD previously I will extend a $50.00 credit to the price of materials.
In this Intermediate Silversmithing Bracelets class you will create a:
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
a bezel that does not require a backing or padding.
It does require the Cabochon to be uniform in shape. .
It also has a mount that is sized to the bracelet it is to be used with.
Bring your own or 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. Bracelet making skills you will learn in this class:the forming of a bracelet using a tapered bracelet mandrel
internal step bezel soldering quick bezel creation using step bezels proper technique for using a burnishing tool create identifying marks on your metal projects
work harden a bracelet
determine total bracelet length from a wrist size measurement
create a universal mount
using a ring holder to assist polishing
how to place embellishments in front of cabochons
Materials used in the class are:
a cabochon or fused glass
sterling wire
please bring a soldering ready cabochon mount if you wish to finish more than one focal point
please bring a cabochon or expect to purchase one for an interchangeable "Focal Point" on your bracelet maximum width 1 1/2 inches
You will also receive:
A streaming class instructions (6 DVD full screen video series of class plus bonuses) Size tables for interchangeable cuff bracelets and focal points
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In the Intermediate Silversmithing Rings class you will create one of the following rings:
Dual Band Ring with V shaped attaching point
The challenge of the dual band ring is a clean solder joint where he ring shank meets the cabochon base. A clean solder joint means less to no polishing in a hard to reach area. In this class you will learn how to use a jewelers saw, ring bending pliers, ring mandrel, ring gauge, ring clamp, ring tumble polisher and more.
You will be expected to have some soldering ability. I enthusiastically recommend that you bring a bezel cup or bezel plate and stone that you would like to mount. A stone and bezel or bezel plate that demonstrates your unique style. If you can't bring a stone and bezel plate or bezel cup then I have about 20 different cabochons with bezel cups that are 13x18 mm.
The Cabochon in the Video above is a 13x18 mm.
My recommendation is for a stone and cup or bezel plate that would be similar or larger than those pictured above, but this is a your ring so pick or make something that will demonstrate your style or creativity.
Besauce some of my students soldering ability is a little rusty I will give a one hour demo on safety and fundamentals. Within two hours you will be creating your ring. We expect that you can make at least one ring in class, we may be able to make two based on the student skill levels.
Ring making skills you will learn in this class: how to form a ring shank using ring bending pliers
use of a jewelers saw & how to pick a blade size
proper technique for using a burnishing tool
work hardening a ring
using a ring clamp and ring mandrel to assist polishing a technique to get proper alignment of ring band to top
a method for quick polishing the inside of a ring band
method for no solder cleanup where ring band touches top
how to place embellishments in front of mounted cabochons to develop rapid product fabrication skills to create a hammered surface on silver use of a tumble polisher with steel shot
Materials that are used and available in the class are:
bezel cup or bezel plate with cabochon
cast sterling embellishments (optional
)pattern wire (optional
)twisted wire (optional)
solder and expendables (included in materials costs)
cabochons
dual half-round sterling wire (included in materials costs)
You You will also receive a link to the documentation website of my beginning silversmithing class that includes a slideshow of the soldering process and an e-Book of jewelry selling technical and links to shows and expos to sell your jewelry.
"I will teach you the basics of creating stunning silver jewelry and get you started on the road to becoming a profitable Silversmith" David Smith
Cost: $399.00 plus a materials fee of $40 to $90 collected on class day depending on Silver Spot price and Pendant design selected
This class is 12 hours over 2 consecutive days Class size is limited to 5 students.
How to sell my Jewelry - Seminar
Detail your services
Quickly learn the secrets to start or expand your jewelry business!Find out what to sell, write the copy, how to create stunning images and how to keep the jewelry moving out the door to your customers with the profit going into your pocket.
This seminar will get you started on the right path and show you how to stay there.
A single day of fun, high energy instruction, where you will learn to make money selling your hand made jewelry creations.
You'll learn where to sell and how to quickly build a profitable home based business and how to do shows and exhibitions on a shoestring budget.You can run your own jewelry business from home, and EARN MONEY!
Bracelet Retreat on the Lake
with Beginning Silversmithing Option
No experience necessary!
Not a Beginner? Ok!
Another Option; We'll have you make a different project on the first day while we bring the beginners up to speed.
I am thrilled to offer this All-inclusive, (see bottom of page), retreat in my home studio. It is 5 intense days of fun, learning and doing.
On Saturday we will start with our Beginning Silversmithing Class where you will learn the fundamentals of silver soldering and creating a fabulous contemporary or southwestern styled Pendant or Single Band Ring. (If you are experienced, we will start you on a different project)
On Sunday we'll consult as a group on what projects are most important to each member of the group and sequence those projects for creation over the next few days. Here are some of the projects we usually do with videos below.
3 Wires Heavy Bracelet
5 wire Freeform Wave Cuff
Cuff with Stone or Pearl Embellishment
Cuttlefish Bone Cuff with Cabochon
Straw Cast Bracelet.
Pine Needle or Straw Cast Pendant Project
Interchangeable Bracelet.
Special Projects - something you want to make but don't see it here. Call me to discuss to see if we can make it also.
For more info call Dave at 916-548-7361
All tools are provided, so there is no need to bring any. If you have previously taken our Beginning Class, we do have a special price that does not include the tools. So please call me to discuss.
In addition to the learning and doing, you gain access to our 22-hour video Streaming Series titled Beginning Silversmithing and Intermediate Rings and Bracelets. Our online Streaming Videos are usable on Kendal's, tablets, Smart Phones, Laptops and any web browser.
You will also receive a new set of Silversmithing tools to continue applying at home what you learned in class. The tools, DVD's and Online Streaming videos are valued at $1052.00,
We have included $300 worth of materials in this Retreat, but we do suggest you bring a few special Cabochons for the bracelets. Please contact me with any questions you might have.
Here are some of the pieces you will be making, time permitting. In addition to making projects of your own design in the following styles, you will learn to use a tripod and make bezel settings for large cabochons.
Please sign up here or give us a call Dave at 916 548 7361 Five is the maximum number of students for this retreat.
The Three Wire Bracelet is a 10-gauge square wire with a cabochon mount. It can also have square wire twisted or triangle or half-round wire. It does not need to be asymmetrical or even have a cab mount on it. It can be considered as a contemporary or southwestern style depending on the style of embellishment added or left off. Highly popular and typically a good seller when special attention is paid to cabochon choices.
Free Form Wave Wire Bracelet
Video Of Free Form Wave Bracelet
The Free Form Wave Bracelet is a challenging project that has many different and unique possibilities for focal point additions. The video shows a few variations. The art of the correct heat is the challenge here so that you get the ends of the wire soldered together without melting them and keeping them pristine. I have never seen an ugly one of these and they usually get lots of Ohh's and Ahh's from onlookers.
Cultured Pearl or Mounted Cabochon Cuff
Video of Cultured Pearl or Cabochon Mounted Cuff
The Cultured Pearl or Cabochon Mounted Sterling Cuff is a heavyweight 20 Gauge metal project. Hammering, folding edge coining, crushing, folding are some of the techniques you will learn while creating this cuff. Again the use of a different focal point is available. The cultured pearls lend themselves to these project because of the thinness of the pearl so it can be used in a typical bezel mount. If your not hot on the pearls we have other awesome stones available. Due to the hammering and folding no two of these pieces are ever alike.
Cuttlefish Bone Casting - Walking Liberty Silver Dollar
Video of Cuttlefish Bone Casting
The Walking Liberty Silver Dollar & Cuttlefish Bone Casting Bracelet is created by carving into the cuttlefish bone the shape of the bracelet band you desire and pouring melted Silver into it. It is necessary to create two side bands which can cause frustration while trying to get them near identical and may require a few attempts. Once you are satisfied with the bands they are soldered to the Silver Coin that is the focal point. A cabochon mount would also be possible to use provided the back plate of the Cabochon mount is heavy enough to support the weight and strength of the bracelet bands. There are many silver bullion coins available for around $35.00 that are .999 Silver and could be used as is or melted. The website at Kitco has many of them available. Here is the Link, https://online.kitco.com/silver-coins including Chinese Zodiac, Darth Vader and the Imperial Federation, Maple Leaf, Kangaroo and many other unique awesomely engraved legal tender and bullion coins. Get with me if we are furnishing the coin so i can have it on hand or bring your own.
Pine Needle or Straw Cast Pendant
Pine Needle or Straw Casting of 3 plus ounces of fine silver. The Pine Needle casting is a hit and miss creation if you like what comes out use it, if not then just re-melt and re-pour until you get something you like. Crystal Points, Cubic Zirconium, and other stones may be embedded or added later, Casting can be used to assemble bracelets, see the Straw Casting Bracelet on this page, make pendants, rings, and earrings. We will melt scrap or silver bullion for this project.
Straw Cast Bracelet
The Straw Cast Bracelet is another challenge piece. Creating this bracelet requires multiple pours of silver and a puzzle style assembly using the small castings created from these pours. It can also be the base for a Crystal, Cabochon or other focal point. It is a typical long process that is likely to extend into a second day. It also uses lots of soldering and about a 1/4 ounce of solder and two to four ounces of fine silver. The piece in the video had two hours of multiple heating between each individual piece being added. Materials 2 to 4 ounces Fine Silver Scrap or casting shot.
The retreat cost is $3499.00 and includes local transportation, food and housing. Local overnight accommodations will be at The Itty Bitty Inn in North Bend, Oregon (Link IttyBittyInn.com) or a local Air B&B, Continental Breakfast and soup or sandwich lunch and a catered dinner will be provided. Transportation to housing will be provided as necessary for the students who fly in and don't have a vehicle.
The Airport to fly into is the South Coast Regional Airport North Bend, Oregon. The code is OTH (NOT BEND OREGON) We will shuttle as necessary. If you would like to see more of Oregon while you are here, we suggest flying into Eugene, Oregon and rent a car. The airport code is EUG.
This Retreat will be at my studio on Saunders Lake in North Bend, Oregon on March 22rd thru March 27th. Arrive Friday the 21th and depart on Thursday March 28th.
Here is the sign-up Link... Retreats (silversmithingclass.com)
Please pay in full or call Dave @ 916 548 7361 to arrange a deposit of a lesser amount.
Sorry, no cancelations after one month before class with fees charged for housing.
I am working on a possible spouse's activity if you have any interest in that please give me a call.
Here is the sign up Link... Retreats (silversmithingclass.com)
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David Lee Smith 916 548 7361
Address
SilversmithingClass.com LLP
70214 Lakewood Rd
North Bend, Oregon, 97459
Phone 916 548 7361
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