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SUMMARY:Beginning Silversmithing Class
DESCRIPTION:Dates & Time: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 PM to 10 PM on March 1\, 3\, 8\, 10\, and 15th \nBeginning Silversmithing will be taught by Tony Lucci on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 PM to 10 PM on March 1\, 3\, 8\, 10\, and 15th. \nStudents must be masked while in the HGMS facility for this class. \nThis is a test to see if students are ready to go back to the bench for some serious learning. \nThis class has a minimum of 5-students and maximum of 6. \nMost materials & tools provided. \nMember cost $250.00 ; Non-Member cost $280.00
URL:https://hgms.org/event/hgms-class-beginning-silversmithing-030122/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginning Wire Wrapped Pendant Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to wire wrap a cabochon into a pendant. Joy Lester will teach you to wire wrap a semi-precious cabochon to create a beautiful\, unique pendant. No previous experience is needed and all materials and tools will be provided. \nThis class will teach students how to work with copper wire to encase a cabochon of approximately 30 MM to 40 MM. A variety of cabochons will be provided; or\, feel free to bring your own cabochon of similar size. The skills learned in this class can be used to learn more complex wire wrapping projects. \nFor any questions please message classes@hgms.org \nDate & Time: Sunday\, February 20th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nThis class has a minimum of 3-students. Masks required. \nMember cost $45.00; Non-member cost $60.00 \n  \nInstructor Bio: Joy Lester is a crafter and jewelry maker who specializes in wire wrapping\, lapidary and silversmithing. She has been a member of HGMS since 2017 and teaching classes since 2019.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-wire-wrapping-class-02202022/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tree of Life Wire Wrapped Pendant Class
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Sunday\, February 6th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nCreate a “Tree of Life” wire wrapped pendant. \nAll materials and tools provided. \nThis class has a minimum of 3-students.  Masks required. \nMember cost $45.00; Non-member cost $60.00.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/hgms-class-tree-of-life-wire-wrapped-pendant/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginning Wire Wrapped Pendant Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to wire wrap a cabochon into a pendant. Joy Lester will teach you to wire wrap a semi-precious cabochon to create a beautiful\, unique pendant. No previous experience is needed and all materials and tools will be provided. \nThis class will teach students how to work with copper wire to encase a cabochon of\napproximately 30 MM to 40 MM. A variety of cabochons will be provided; or\, feel free to bring your own cabochon of similar size. The skills learned in this class can be used to learn more complex wire wrapping projects. \nFor any questions please message classes@hgms.org\nDate & Time: Sunday\, January 23rd from 1 PM to 3:30 PM \nInstructor Bio: Joy Lester is a crafter and jewelry maker who specializes in wire wrapping\, lapidary and silversmithing. She has been a member of HGMS since 2017 and teaching classes since 2019.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/hgms-class-beginning-wire-wrap-01232022ped-pendant/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Free-Form Wire Wrapped Pendant Class
DESCRIPTION:If you can wrap it\, you can wear it! Joy Lester will teach you to wire wrap objects in free-form style. No previous experience is needed and all materials and tools will be provided. \nThis simple introduction into the art of wire wrapping will teach students how to work with copper wire to encase a loose stone into a wearable pendant. A variety of stones will be provided; but\, feel free to bring any rock or small object that has meaning to you. The skills learned in this class can be used to wire wrap almost any 3D object of appropriate size. \nAny Questions please message classes@hgms.org\nDate & Time: Sunday\, January 9th from 1 PM to 3:00 PM \nInstructor Bio: Joy Lester is a crafter and jewelry maker who specializes in wire wrapping\, lapidary and silversmithing. She has been a member of HGMS since 2017 and teaching classes since 2019.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/hgms-class-free-form-wire-wrapped-pendant/
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SUMMARY:Basic Jewelry Fabrication Skills 4-Week Class
DESCRIPTION:Dates & Time: Thursday\, January 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27 from Noon to 4:00 PM \nMaggie Manley will do a series of four-classes focusing on the basic skills needed to successfully fabricate projects using beads and wire. \nWe will learn about\, and practice\, some basic bead stringing skills including simple stringing\, knotting\, macrame knots\, and using a loom. We will review use of various beading materials including\, needles\, various stringing materials\, various types of beads\, crimping\, wire-guards\, clam shells\, crimp covers\, clasps and jump rings. Projects may include knotting of pearls\, gemstone bracelet on wire or leather\, seed beads\, etc. \nWe will learn about\, and practice some basic wire working skills including tools\, wire sizes and types\, making simple & wrapped loops\, hammering and texturing wire\, beaded chain\, spirals and making wire components. We will learn to solder jump rings\, if time allows. \nWe will create a sampler of numerous techniques within the class timeframe rather than focusing on completing one or two major projects\, however\, you will have the skills to delve into more complex projects after completion of these classes and we may decide to offer some project specific classes in the future\, if desired. The classes will be tailored to the skill level of student attendees. \nNotes: Project examples and resources for materials and additional learning will be presented in this class. Note taking is recommended. \nFor any questions please email classes@hgms.org \n  \nInstructor Bio: Maggie Manley has fine arts background and is a licensed architect. She has been beading for over 30 years.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/basic-jewelry-fabrication-skills-class/
LOCATION:HGMS Clubhouse\, 10805 Brooklet Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77099\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginning Wire Wrapping
DESCRIPTION:Learn to wire wrap a cabochon into a pendant. Joy Lester will teach you to wire wrap a semi-precious cabochon to create a beautiful\, unique pendant. No previous experience is needed and all materials and tools will be provided. \nThis class will teach students how to work with copper wire to encase a cabochon of approximately 30 MM to 40 MM. A variety of cabochons will be provided; or\, feel free to bring your own cabochon of similar size. The skills learned in this class can be used to learn more complex wire wrapping projects. \nFor any questions please message classes@hgms.org\nDate & Time: Sunday\, December 19th from 1 PM to 3:30 PM \nInstructor Bio: Joy Lester is a crafter and jewelry maker who specializes in wire wrapping\, lapidary and silversmithing. She has been a member of HGMS since 2017 and teaching classes since 2019.
URL:https://hgms.org/event/beginning-wire-wrapping-12-19-21/
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