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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:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20260319T194355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T194355Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20260313T181419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T184931Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20260213T174304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T174304Z
UID:26302-1772805600-1772816400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Mar 6\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Friday\, March 6th\, 2:00PM – 5:00PM \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 \n  \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-6-2026/
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:20260130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20260102T183819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203427Z
UID:26095-1769781600-1769796000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Jan 30\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Tues\, January 30th\, 2:00PM – 6:00PM \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 \n  \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-jan-30-2026/
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:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20260102T204539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T054737Z
UID:26099-1768644000-1768660200@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Small Cabochon Wire-Wrapped Ring (Jan 17\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Small Cabochon Wire-Wrapped Ring Class \nInstructor: Susan Burch \nIntermediate Level (Due to size of stone) \nThis is a very adaptable design\, swirls are not necessary for your finished project in class. For your future design\, you can add more wires and change the size/shape of the stone. \nDate: January 17th\, 10:00AM – 2:30PM \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)\n\nMember Cost: $52 \, $57 with tool rental \nNon-Member Cost: $60 \, $65 with tool rental \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. There are also some tools available for purchase at the class location. \n*Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty with very small things\, please take that into account when booking your spot. \n*All materials are included in cost. \nMaximum is 6 students
URL:https://hgms.org/event/small-cabochon-wire-wrapped-ring-jan-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:20260113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20251129T011228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T011228Z
UID:25909-1768298400-1768312800@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Jan 13\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Tues\, January 13th\, 10:00AM – 2:00PM \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 \n  \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-jan-13-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cabochon-101-Student-Examples.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20251129T010555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T011314Z
UID:25905-1767978000-1767992400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Jan 9\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Friday\, January 9th\, 5:00PM – 9:00PM \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 \n  \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-jan-9-2026/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cabochon-101-Student-Examples.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20251129T193245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T193245Z
UID:25921-1765812600-1765827000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Wire-wrapped Pendant (Dec 15\, 2025)
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\, December 13th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM  or\nMonday\, December 15th from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-wire-wrapped-pendant-dec-15-2025/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20251129T192738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T193002Z
UID:25917-1765620000-1765638000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Wire-wrapped Pendant (Dec 13\, 2025)
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\, December 13th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM  or\nMonday\, December 15th from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-wire-wrapped-pendant-dec-13-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250923T232014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T162739Z
UID:24532-1763294400-1763312400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Textured Stacking Rings (Nov 16\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make and texture a set of stacking rings from scratch. The class will cover creating\nrings and the fundamentals of finishing a piece (the key to making it look professional). Each\nstudent will leave with 1-2 rings.\nThis class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic\nring making. No prior metalsmithing experience is required. \n\n 5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $110 member; $137 nonmember\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\nextend into after hours.\nStudents must bring a mask (N95 or KN95) – this is to protect your lungs from metal\ndust\nThis class is for adults only.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/textured-stacking-rings-nov-16-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Text-Stacking-Rings-zoom.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250928T192239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T192239Z
UID:24562-1761480000-1761498000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Twisted Hoop Earrings (Oct 26\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Twisted Hoop Earrings with Carmen Fraticelli \nLearn to make a pair of twisted hoop earrings from scratch in this 5-hour class! This class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic silversmithing. A prior class with soldering is beneficial but not required.  The 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\, October 26th; Noon to 5:00 PM\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $105 members\, $131 non-member\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)\n\n NOTE:  You must register for this class by October 23rd to allow Carmen time to prepare the materials.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/twisted-hoop-earrings-oct-26-2025/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T191500
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250908T172632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T172632Z
UID:24421-1760975100-1760987700@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wire-wrapped Pendant Class (Oct 20\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Large Meeting Room\nCost: $52.00 + $5.00\, if tool rental is needed\nDates: Saturday\, October 11th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM  or\nMonday\, October 20th from 3:45 PM to 7:15 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-wire-wrapped-pendant-class-oct-20-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250921T214424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T214424Z
UID:24461-1760875200-1760893200@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Wide Band Textured Rings Class (Oct 19\, 2025)
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\n5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $130 member; $162 nonmember\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)
URL:https://hgms.org/event/wide-band-textured-rings-class-oct-19-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/wide-band-textured-rings-class-web.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250908T170602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T171326Z
UID:24417-1760176800-1760193000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wire-wrapped Pendant Class (Oct 11\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Large Meeting Room\nCost: $52.00 + $5.00\, if tool rental is needed\nDates: Saturday\, October 11th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM  or\nMonday\, October 20th from 3:45 PM to 7:15 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-wire-wrapped-pendant-class-oct-11-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250727T235651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T235651Z
UID:24167-1755531900-1755543600@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wire-wrapped Pendant Class (Aug 18\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Large Meeting Room\nCost: $52.00 + $5.00\, if tool rental is needed\nDates: Monday\, Aug 18th from 3:45 PM to 7:00 PM (before Lapidary Section Mtg.) or\nSaturday\, August 9th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-wire-wrapped-pendant-class-aug-18-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250714T214004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T214004Z
UID:24041-1754733600-1754749800@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wire-wrapped Pendant Class (Aug 9\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Large Meeting Room\nCost: $52.00 + $5.00\, if tool rental is needed\nDates: Monday\, July 21st from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM (before Lapidary Section Mtg.) or\nSaturday\, August 9th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-wire-wrapped-pendant-class-aug-9-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250714T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T195306Z
UID:24035-1753111800-1753124400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wire-wrapped Pendant Class (July 21\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Susan Burch (25 years of Wire-Wrapping)\nLocation: HGMS Clubhouse – Large Meeting Room\nCost: $52.00 + $5.00\, if tool rental is needed\nDates: Monday\, July 21st from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM (before Lapidary Section Mtg.) or\nSaturday\, August 9th from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM \nTOOLS AND SUPPLIES TO BRING: (or rent tools @ $5.00/student) \n\nChain-nose pliers\nFlat-nose pliers\nRound-nose pliers\nFlush wire cutter\n6” or 12” ruler\nFile\nPolishing cloth\nPen and paper (for notes and designing)\n*Magnifying lenses (Suggested if you have difficulty seeing small things)\n\nMATERIALS PROVIDED: (Included in cost) \n\nSmall polishing cloth (provided)\n18 X 25 mm stone (provided\, or you can bring your own)\n22 ga. square copper wire. (provided)\n20 ga. 1/2 round copper wire. (provided)\n1/2” masking tape (provided)\n\nNOTE: *Wires and stones are small\, if finger dexterity or eyesight cause you difficulty\, please take that into\naccount when booking your spot. Tool Rental\, if needed is $5.00/student.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-wire-wrapped-pendant-class-july-21-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beg-wire-wrap-susan-burch.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250620T171247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T171507Z
UID:23938-1752314400-1752422400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Enamel (Jul 12 & 13\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:CLASS DESCRIPTION:  BEGINNING ENAMEL PENDANT:   \nIn this class\, we will cover the fundamentals of vitreous enameling. This will include metal preparation\, sifting\, wet-packing and counter enameling. We will be transferring the image of a simple sunflower and filling it with colors using both transparent and opaque enamels. We will also cover attaching glass balls to the enamel and using outline black to refine the piece. \nThis will be a two day class starting on Saturday July 12\, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and\ncontinuing on Sunday\, July 13\, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with a short break for lunch. The cost\nof the class is $225.00 for members; $250.00 for nonmembers. Class size is four to make and limited to\nsix.  \n  \nDATES:  This is a 2-day class starting on Sat.\, July 12th continuing on Sun.\, July 13th \nTIME:  from Sat\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, Sun 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, with a short break for lunch each day \nLOCATION:  HGMS METALSMITH SHOP AT CLUBHOUSE \nCOST: Member cost $225.00; Non-Member Cost $250.00 \nMINIMUM class size is 4; MAXIMUM class size is 6 \nMATERIALS INCLUDED:  Enamels\, copper blank\, a very small liner brush and all other equipment will be provided\, along with an inexpensive bezel setting for the finished enamel. \n  \nOTHER REQUIREMENTS: \n\n Students must wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes\nStudents must bring an N-95 particle mask\nStudents must bring small craft paintbrushes such as:\n\nhttps://www.michaels.com/product/golden-synthetic-round-acrylic-brushes-4pc-by-artists-loft-necessities-10171138?com_id=PLP_RecentlyViewed&path=recentlyViewedPlp or these https://www.hobbylobby.com/art-supplies/brushes/curate-colour-mini-paint-brushes—9-piece-set/p/64228?queryId=0bfc822da7b2e36ac6ab1fe7be252283. \n  \nDeborah Kirkpatrick is a former Artist in Residence at the Center for Contemporary Crafts\, SNAG\, HMAG\, GANA\, HGMS and GIA member. \nThis is an example of the piece we will be making. \nBeginning Enamel Pendant \nHere are examples of some past students’ work:
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-enamel-jul-12-13-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Beginning-Enamel-HGMS-Class-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250512T212112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T213348Z
UID:23671-1751122800-1751137200@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (June 28\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101  \nDate: Saturday\, June 28th\, 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 (exception with approval of instructor ONLY) \nAll participants must wear closed toed shoes \n  \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-june-28-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cabochon-101-Student-Examples.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250519T211350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T211350Z
UID:23697-1750240800-1750343400@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Enamel (Jun 18 & 19\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:CLASS DESCRIPTION:  BEGINNING ENAMEL PENDANT:   \nDeborah Kirkpatrick will teach the fundamentals of vitreous enameling in this two-day class. Skills include metal preparation\, sifting\, wet-packing and counter enameling. We will be transferring the image of a simple sunflower and filling it with colors using both transparent and opaque enamels. We will also cover attaching glass balls to the enamel and applying a black outline to refine the piece. \n  \nDATES:  This is a 2-day class starting on Wed.\, June 18th continuing on Thurs.\, June 19th \nTIME:  from Wed\, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\, Thurs 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM\, with a short break for lunch each day \nLOCATION:  HGMS METALSMITH SHOP AT CLUBHOUSE \nCOST: Member cost $225.00; Non-Member Cost $250.00 \nMINIMUM class size is 4; MAXIMUM class size is 6 \nMATERIALS INCLUDED:  Enamels\, copper blank\, a very small liner brush and all other equipment will be provided\, along with an inexpensive bezel setting for the finished enamel. \n  \nOTHER REQUIREMENTS: \n\n Students must wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes\nStudents must bring an N-95 particle mask\nStudents must bring small craft paintbrushes such as:\n\nhttps://www.michaels.com/product/golden-synthetic-round-acrylic-brushes-4pc-by-artists-loft-necessities-10171138?com_id=PLP_RecentlyViewed&path=recentlyViewedPlp or these https://www.hobbylobby.com/art-supplies/brushes/curate-colour-mini-paint-brushes—9-piece-set/p/64228?queryId=0bfc822da7b2e36ac6ab1fe7be252283. \n  \nDeborah Kirkpatrick is a former Artist in Residence at the Center for Contemporary Crafts\, SNAG\, HMAG\, GANA\, HGMS and GIA member. \nThis is an example of the piece we will be making. \nBeginning Enamel Pendant \nHere are examples of some past students’ work:
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-enamel-jun-18-19-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Beginning-Enamel-HGMS-Class-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250305T231533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T234554Z
UID:21466-1747648800-1747663200@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (May 19\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101 (3-dates available) \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 (exception with approval of instructor ONLY) \n  \nTHREE DATES AVAILABLE: \n\nMonday\, March 24 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, April 21 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, May 19 from 10 to 2pm\n\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-may-19-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cabs.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250312T231448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T163904Z
UID:21499-1745755200-1745769600@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Twisted Hoop Earrings (Apr 27\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Twisted Hoop Earrings\nLearn 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.\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\n4-hour class (12:00 – 4:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $98/student (members)\, $120 (non-member)\nTool rental is included\nClass is to be held in clubhouse Jewelry Studio\nWe will discuss how to use these techniques to make other hoop earrings (simple or\nwith twisted wire)\nMust be 18 or older\nDeadline to register for class: April 24
URL:https://hgms.org/event/twisted-hoop-earrings-apr-27-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Twisted-Hoops.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250305T231150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T235445Z
UID:21460-1745229600-1745244000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Apr 21\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101 (3-dates available) \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 (exception with approval of instructor ONLY) \n  \nTHREE DATES AVAILABLE: \n\nMonday\, March 24 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, April 21 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, May 19 from 10 to 2pm\n\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-apr-21-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cabs.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250313T215126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T215126Z
UID:21512-1744797600-1744902000@hgms.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Enamel (Apr 16 & 17\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:CLASS DESCRIPTION:  BEGINNING ENAMEL PENDANT:   \nDeborah Kirkpatrick will teach the fundamentals of vitreous enameling in this two-day class. Skills include metal preparation\, sifting\, wet-packing and counter enameling. We will be transferring the image of a simple sunflower and filling it with colors using both transparent and opaque enamels. We will also cover attaching glass balls to the enamel and applying a black outline to refine the piece. \n  \nDATES:  This is a 2-day class starting on Wed.\, April 16th continuing on Thurs.\, April 17th \nTIME:  from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a short break for lunch each day \nLOCATION:  HGMS METALSMITH SHOP AT CLUBHOUSE \nCOST: Member cost $225.00; Non-Member Cost $250.00 \nMINIMUM class size is 4; MAXIMUM class size is 6 \nMATERIALS INCLUDED:  Enamels\, copper blank\, a very small liner brush and all other equipment will be provided\, along with an inexpensive bezel setting for the finished enamel. \n  \nOTHER REQUIREMENTS: \n\n Students must wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes\nStudents must bring an N-95 particle mask\nStudents must bring small craft paintbrushes such as:\n\nhttps://www.michaels.com/product/golden-synthetic-round-acrylic-brushes-4pc-by-artists-loft-necessities-10171138?com_id=PLP_RecentlyViewed&path=recentlyViewedPlp or these https://www.hobbylobby.com/art-supplies/brushes/curate-colour-mini-paint-brushes—9-piece-set/p/64228?queryId=0bfc822da7b2e36ac6ab1fe7be252283. \n  \nDeborah Kirkpatrick is a former Artist in Residence at the Center for Contemporary Crafts\, SNAG\, HMAG\, GANA\, HGMS and GIA member.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-enamel-apr-16-17-2025/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hgms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Beginning-Enamel-HGMS-Class-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HGMS Education":MAILTO:classes@hgms.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20250312T230524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T164054Z
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SUMMARY:Textured Stacking Rings (Apr 6\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make and texture a set of stacking rings from scratch. This class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic ring making. The class will cover creating rings and the fundamentals of finishing a piece (the key to making it look\nprofessional). Each student will leave with 1-2 rings. \n\n5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 3\nCost – $96/student (member); $120/student (nonmember)\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\nextend into after hours.\nStudents must bring a mask (N95 or KN95) – this is to protect your lungs from metal dust\nMust be 18 or older\nDeadline to register for class: April 4
URL:https://hgms.org/event/textured-stacking-rings-apr-6-2025/
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:20250324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
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SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Mar 24\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Class:  CABS 101 (3-dates available) \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 (exception with approval of instructor ONLY) \n  \nTHREE DATES AVAILABLE: \n\nMonday\, March 24 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, April 21 from 10 to 2pm\nMonday\, May 19 from 10 to 2pm\n\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-24-2025/
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:20241229T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T203412Z
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SUMMARY:Wide Band Textured Rings Class (Dec 29\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make and texture a 6mm wide band ring from scratch. This class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic ring making. The class will cover creating rings and the fundamentals of finishing a piece (the key to making it look professional). Each student will create 1 silver ring. \n\n5 hour class (12:00 – 5:00pm)\nMax 6 students\, min 4\nCost – $110/student (member); nonmember $130/student\nStudents will learn to\n\nCalculate length needed for ring size\nForm & solder ring band\nPolishing & finishing\nTexturing using various tools\n\n\nIf you’ve taken the Textured Stacking Rings class\, you’ll see how different working with a wide band from sheet is\nTool rental is included\nMaterials provided by instructor\, bands will be 6mm wide\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)
URL:https://hgms.org/event/wide-band-textured-rings-class-dec-29-2024/
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:20241208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20241115T000034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T203615Z
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SUMMARY:Twisted Hoop Earrings Class (Dec 8\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:STERLING SILVER TWISTED HOOP EARRING CLASS on Sunday\, December 8th from Noon to 4:00 PM with Carmen Fraticelli\nLearn to make a pair of twisted hoop earrings from scratch with Carmen Fraticelli\, professional silversmith! This class is appropriate for the beginning silversmith or for expanding one’s knowledge of basic silversmithing. It does require the participant to have soldered at least once before.  The 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).  We will discuss how to use these techniques to make other hoop earrings (simple or with twisted wire).\n  \nDate:  Sunday\, December 8th\nTime:   4-hour class (12:00 – 4:00pm)\nMaximum 6-students\, minimum 2-students\nCost:  $98/student for members; non-member Cost is $115/student\nTools: Tool rental is included in registration fee\nLocation:  Class to be held in clubhouse Jewelry Studio. Will overlap open studio hours but will extend into after hours.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/twisted-hoop-earrings-class-dec-8-2024/
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:20241125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T204006
CREATED:20241021T161639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T162729Z
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SUMMARY:Cabochon 101 (Nov 25\, 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Date:  Monday\, November 25th\, from 12 PM to 4 PM\n\nCost:  Member Cost:  $60.00; Non-Member Cost:  $85.00\nLocation: Center Classroom and Lapidary Shop\nInstructor: Taught by Sharon Halton\, Shop Manager\n\n\nDescription: This popular class covers the basic use of the Lapidary Shop equipment and teaches how to properly and efficiently cut\, shape\, and polish a cabochon.  The student will leave with one or two completed cabochons.  This class is highly recommended for anyone who wants to use the Lapidary Shop and it is a required class for the Advanced Shapes Class that is being newly introduced into HGMS Class listing. \n\nThere is a 5-person limit for this class; so\, sign up promptly as it is a popular class.\nAll supplies & equipment are provided.\nStudents must be 15 years +
URL:https://hgms.org/event/cabochon-101-nov-25-2024/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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