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SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Mar 29\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Sunday\, March 29th\, 3:00PM – 7:00PM \nLocation:  HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Drive\, Houston\, TX 77099\, Center Classroom/Lapidary Shop\nInstructor:  Sharon Halton\nCost:  Member Cost $65.00; Non-Member Cost $85.00\nMinimum: 3-students; Maximum: 5-students\nNOTE:  Students must be at least 15 years old (special arrangements for children 12-14\, exception with approval of instructor ONLY) \nAll participants must wear closed toed shoes \nThis class includes a discussion of how to create cabochons and examples of cabs in various stages of development.  Sharon Halton\, Shop Manager\, will provide each student with a pre-cut\, preformed\, and dopped cabochon to shape while their chosen slab is curing from the dopping process.  Students will select a slab and learn how to use a template to outline the cab shape and use the trim saw to roughly shape the cabochon outline.  Each student will leave with 2-cabochons and the knowledge to finish them\, if they have not completed them in class.  Students will learn the best way to use the equipment in the Lapidary Shop so that they can work semi-independently and confidently in the shop afterwards with oversight from Shop Managers. This class is highly recommended for those wishing to utilize the Lapidary Shop.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabochon-101-mar-29-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T143000
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SUMMARY:Beginning Wire-wrapped Pendant (Apr 11\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Small Classroom\nCost: $52.00 (+$5.00\, if tool rental is needed)\nDates: Saturday\, April 11th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM  or \n  \n  \n  \nBringing 25+ years of experience\, the teacher of this class will show you how to frame a stone for a stunning wire-wrapped pendant. You can learn the basics of wire-wrapping\, how to measure\, cut and wrap wire to create a basic pendant. \nAdded tips and tricks will be presented to help your design flow. The skills learned in this class can easily translate to elaborate or simple design\, and to other pieces of jewelry beyond pendants. It’s so much more than just the basics. \nTools and Supplies needed:\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers (small\, narrow nose needed)\nRound-nose pliers\nbail making pliers (optional\, but they help)\nFlush wire cutter\nRuler between 6-12”\nFile or sandpaper\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things) \n— \n18 X 25 mm oval stone (provided\, or you can bring your own stone in a similar shape/size)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (32” provided)\n22 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (12” provided)\n1/4” masking tape (provided) \n  \nCost $52 which includes the CC processing and HGMS class fees  \n  \nClasses will be held in the small classroom at the HGMS clubhouse unless another location is needed.  \n\n*If you don’t have your own tools\, you may rent a set when booking the class\, or at the time of the class for $5 from the instructor. \n*Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty with small things\, please take that into account when booking your spot.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-wire-wrapped-pendant-apr-11-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T205619Z
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SUMMARY:Textured Stacking Rings (Apr 19\, 2026)2
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make and texture a set of stacking rings from scratch. The class will cover creating rings and the fundamentals of finishing a piece (the key to making it look professional). Each student will leave with 1 ring.\nThis class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic ring making. No prior metalsmithing experience is required. \n\n 5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4 (sign up deadline is April 15)\nCost – $110 member; $138 nonmember – Adults Only\nStudents will learn to\no Calculate length needed for ring size\no Form & solder ring band\no Polishing & finishing\no Texturing using various tools\nMaterials provided by instructor; tools provided by HGMS\nClass is to be held in clubhouse Jewelry Studio. Will overlap open studio hours but will extend into after hours.\nStudents must bring a mask (N95 or KN95) – this is to protect your lungs from metal dust\nThis class is for adults only.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/textured-stacking-rings-apr-19-20262/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
CREATED:20260319T195242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T195715Z
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SUMMARY:Twisted Hoop Earrings Class (Apr 26\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make a pair of twisted hoop earrings from scratch! This class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic silversmithing. Prior experience with silver soldering is highly recommended.\nThe class will cover the fundamentals of creating twists in square wire\, forming hoops\, and soldering earring posts. All pieces will be in sterling silver. Each student will leave with a pair of hoop earrings in the size of their choice (up to 5.5” length total). \n\nDate:  Sunday\, April 26th; Noon to 4:00 PM (Signup Deadline April 22)\n4-hour class (12:00 – 4:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $115 members\, $144 non-member – Adults only\nClass will be held in the Jewelry Studio\, overlapping open clubhouse hours\nWe will discuss how to use these techniques to make other hoop earrings (simple or with twisted wire)
URL:https://hgms.org/event/twisted-hoop-earrings-apr-26-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T133000
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SUMMARY:Wire-wrapped Tree of Life Pendant Class (May 9\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:WIRE-WRAPPED TREE OF LIFE PENDANT CLASS will be taught by Susan Burch on Saturday\, May 9th from 10 AM to 1:30 PM in the Center Classroom. \nMember cost is $42.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00 or non-member cost of $52.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00. \nCost includes all materials needed to make this pendant. \nMisc.: Minimum 2-students; Maximum 8-students. This project is between beginner level to moderate skill level \n 
URL:https://hgms.org/event/wire-wrapped-tree-of-life-pendant-class-may-9-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T180302Z
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SUMMARY:Wide Band Textured Rings Class (May 9\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make and texture a 6mm wide band ring from scratch. The class will cover creating rings and the fundamentals of finishing a piece (the key to making it look professional). If you’ve taken the Textured Stacking Rings class\, you’ll see how different working with a wide band from sheet is. Each student will create 1 silver ring. \nThis class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic ring making. No prior metalsmithing knowledge is required. \n\nDate: May 9\, 2026 (sign up deadline is May 6)\n5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost: $130 member; $163 nonmember – ADULT ONLY\nStudents will learn to\n\nCalculate length needed for ring size\nForm & solder ring band\nPolishing & finishing\nTexturing using various tools\n\n\nMaterials provided by instructor\nClass to be held in clubhouse Jewelry Studio. Will overlap open studio hours but will extend into after hours.\nStudents must bring a mask (N95 or KN95) – this is to protect your lungs from metal dust.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/wide-band-textured-rings-class-may-9-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
CREATED:20260422T231209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T232110Z
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SUMMARY:Wire-wrapped Tree of Life Pendant Class (May 11\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:WIRE-WRAPPED TREE OF LIFE PENDANT CLASS will be taught by Susan Burch on Monday\, May 11th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Center Classroom. \nMember cost is $42.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00 or non-member cost of $52.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00. \nCost includes all materials needed to make this pendant. \nMisc.: Minimum 2-students; Maximum 8-students. This project is between beginner level to moderate skill level
URL:https://hgms.org/event/wire-wrapped-tree-of-life-pendant-class-may-11-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
CREATED:20260422T233211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T233810Z
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SUMMARY:Cabochon Wire-Wrapped Ring (May 16\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:CABOCHON WIRE-WRAPPED RING CLASS will be taught by Susan Burch on Saturday\, May 16th from 10 AM to 2:30 PM in the Center Classroom. \nMember cost is $52.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00 or non-member cost of $62.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00. Cost includes wire\, cabochon\, and fees. \nYou will learn to incorporate small cabochons from 8 mm round to 10 X 14 mm oval into a wire wrapped ring. \nMaximum is 6 students \nTools and Supplies needed: \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers (small\, narrow nose needed)\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile or sandpaper\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\nMetal sized ring mandrel\n8 mm round stone (provided\, or you can bring your own stone in a similar shape/size)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (21-24” provided)\n22 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (32” provided)\n1/4” masking tape (provided)\n~Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabochon-wire-wrapped-ring-may-16-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
CREATED:20260328T205154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T205216Z
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SUMMARY:Forged Dangle Earrings (May 17\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday May 17\, 12:00 – 5:00 pm\nMax 6 students\, min 4  (sign up deadline is May 13)\nCost: $94 member; $117.50 nonmember – Adults Only\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse jewelry studio\n\nLearn to make a pair of dangle earrings using blacksmith forging techniques modified for jewelry making! The class will cover creating intricate patterns with brass rods and using those to create simple dangle earrings. By using brass rods and gold-filled ear wires we will get the look of gold\, without the expense! Each student will create pair of earrings in their chosen length (from ½” to 2”).\n\nThis class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith. No prior metalsmithing knowledge is required. We will use the torch extensively\, but no soldering will be performed.\n\nStudents will learn to\no Forge patterns in wire rods\no Filling\, sawing and drilling\no Polishing\nMaterials provided by instructor\nClass to be held in clubhouse Jewelry Studio. Will overlap open studio hours but\nwill extend into after hours.\nStudents must bring a mask (N95 or KN95) – this is to protect your lungs\nfrom metal dust.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/forged-dangle-earrings-may-17-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T190658
CREATED:20260422T233706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T233722Z
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SUMMARY:Cabochon Wire-Wrapped Ring (May 18\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:CABOCHON WIRE-WRAPPED RING CLASS will be taught by Susan Burch on Monday\, May 18th from 4PM to 7PM in the Center Classroom. \nMember cost is $52.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00 or non-member cost of $62.00 plus tool rental\, if required at $5.00. Cost includes wire\, cabochon\, and fees. \nYou will learn to incorporate small cabochons from 8 mm round to 10 X 14 mm oval into a wire wrapped ring. \nMaximum is 6 students \nTools and Supplies needed: \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers (small\, narrow nose needed)\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile or sandpaper\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\nMetal sized ring mandrel\n8 mm round stone (provided\, or you can bring your own stone in a similar shape/size)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (21-24” provided)\n22 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (32” provided)\n1/4” masking tape (provided)\n~Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabochon-wire-wrapped-ring-may-18-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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