4 WEEKLY CLASSES
January 2019
Listed Chronologically
-- Please sign up 1 week in advance to avoid cancellation --
In the event of winter weather cancellations a class will be added to the end
Mondays January 7 - 28
Cold & Soldered Connections 11:00 - 2:00
(Lisa Spiros) Blue Room
Learn how to design and construct mechanical systems using cold connections and soldering techniques to make components for tension fittings, hinges, rivets, linkage systems, clasps and closures. Create necklaces, chains, bracelets, cuffs and earrings, which move ergonomically with the wearer’s body. These techniques also can be applied to jewelry designs which incorporate alternative materials such as plastic, paper, fabric, found objects, memorabilia or just on their own.
Skill Level: Basic 101 & Basic 2
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own or purchase from HVS
Bench Time 2:00 - 5:00
(Olivia Hackett) Blue Room
Finally, a chance to work independently at a jewelry bench in a fully equipped studio. Only available to current and former students of HVS. Sign up at least 24 hours in advance by emailing: raychel@hvsilverworks.com with “BTSU” in the subject line, along with your name, the date and time of attendance. Cash and checks accepted. For more information look under the “Other Opportunities” tab at the top of this page.
Basic 3 - “Get Dimensional” - Hollow Rings 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
Let's shift towards a sculptural approach and explore more in depth knowledge of how to construct and solder with increased efficiency. Hollow rings are a great way to exercise your technical and fitting skills. Learn how to make the inner ring fit perfectly, then design anything you like for the outside shape with consideration to comfort and practicality...or not! These techniques are easily translated to containers and 3 dimensional components of all kinds.
Skill Level: Basic 101 & Basic 2
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own or purchase from HVS
Independent Study 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
For students with a broad range of technical skills needing individual attention with more advanced projects, from planning and materials needed to step by step process planning and hand holding. This class is a flexible continuation of your skills enabling you to have one on one consultation with the instructor. New techniques will be explored as individual needs are addressed. Classmates can observe demonstrations as they see fit.
Skill Level: Basic 2 and 3 (or the equivalent)
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own
Tuesdays January 8 - 29
Basic 101 - Jewelry Foundations 2:00 - 5:00
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
Start here if you want a clear, concise and in-depth knowledge of basic jewelry making techniques. Learn how to use hand tools to cut, texture and file and machines to drill, sand and polish. There will be a number of demonstrations with hands-on bench-time to cement the knowledge. The wide range of topics covered will give you a solid foundation to set you out on your educational path with confidence. Learn how to recognize quality craftsmanship in the pieces you currently own or want to buy. The skills acquired in jewelry making come in handy on many levels, even fixing and altering things!
The riveting project will introduce beginners to multiple techniques including sawing, drilling, texturing, filing, sanding, finishing and riveting.
Skill Level: Absolutely No Experience Necessary
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: $20
Basic 101 - Jewelry Foundations 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
Start here if you want a clear, concise and in-depth knowledge of basic jewelry making techniques. Learn how to use hand tools to cut, texture and file and machines to drill, sand and polish. There will be a number of demonstrations with hands-on bench-time to cement the knowledge. The wide range of topics covered will give you a solid foundation to set you out on your educational path with confidence. Learn how to recognize quality craftsmanship in the pieces you currently own or want to buy. The skills acquired in jewelry making come in handy on many levels, even fixing and altering things!
The riveting project will introduce beginners to multiple techniques including sawing, drilling, texturing, filing, sanding, finishing and riveting.
Skill Level: Absolutely No Experience Necessary
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: $20
Filework Rings 5:30 - 8:30
(Lissa Queeney) Green Room
A technique used by some knife makers, filework can enhance your rings, bracelets, or thick walled bezels. Traditionally used on the spine of the blade of a folding knife, this technique adds interest and originality to an ordinary piece. We start out making a band out of square wire, and use filework to take away portions of metal. This technique can be symmetrical, or freeform depending on your whim. Using small files, sawing, and refining the design will open up a whole new world of ideas.
Skill level: Basic 101
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students may bring their own or purchase from the instructor
Wednesdays January 9 - 30
Bench Time 2:00 - 5:00
(Caleb Anderson) Blue Room
Finally, a chance to work independently at a jewelry bench in a fully equipped studio. Only available to current and former students of HVS. Sign up at least 24 hours in advance by emailing: raychel@hvsilverworks.com with “BTSU” in the subject line, along with your name, the date and time of attendance. Cash and checks accepted. For more information look under the “Other Opportunities” tab at the top of this page.
Basic 2 - Cabochon Settings 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
Thirsting for more knowledge? This is the perfect class to expand upon the techniques you learned in Basic 101. Cabochon stones can be added using a variety of bezel setting methods. The project of separate components that can be linked together allows each segment to be treated differently, enhancing the learning experience.
Project ideas: Linked together to make a bracelet, separate pendants, added to rings, bracelets or belt buckles.
Skill Level: Basic 101
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own or purchase from HVS
Independent Study 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
For students with a broad range of technical skills needing individual attention with more advanced projects, from planning and materials needed to step by step process planning and hand holding. This class is a flexible continuation of your skills enabling you to have one on one consultation with the instructor. New techniques will be explored as individual needs are addressed. Classmates can observe demonstrations as they see fit.
Skill Level: Basic 2 and 3 (or the equivalent)
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own
Thursdays January 10 - 31
Advanced Stone Setting 2:00 - 5:00
(Lissa Queeney) Green Room
Add to your stone setting repertoire. In this class you will learn how to use more complex settings to add bold and dramatic emphasis to your designs. We will be covering an assortment of advanced setting methods (to be determined by group interest) including flush, tube and castle settings, making your own prong setting, thick walled bezels and Stone-on-Stone setting techniques. These techniques are versatile and can be used with either cabochons or faceted stones. Learn the tools and tricks for using these varied processes. This class focuses on the techniques of setting, not necessarily on finished products. Basic knowledge of bezel settings is a plus.
Skill Level: Basic 101 & Basic 2
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: $20
Basic Wax Working 5:30 - 8:30
(Raychel Wengenroth) Green Room
The casting process is primarily used for two reasons: Wax is the best means for producing the design and/or production of multiple pieces that are identical and can be cast in brass, bronze, silver, gold of any karat and color or platinum. It’s economical because it yields minimal scrap and is the preferred method of creating wedding bands because it signifies a seamless never-ending circle. Understand the casting process from soup to nuts! Students will learn how to carve wax models for casting in the metal of their choice (the actual casting is sent out for now). Continue in Feb to take your castings to the next level: De-sprue, polish and if desired, make a vulcanized rubber mold for the use in production.
Skill Level: No experience necessary (but it’s helpful)
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: $15
Fridays January 11 - February 1
Hone Your Skills 1:00 - 4:00
(Raychel Wengenroth) Blue Room
This class is designed for people who have a fair amount of technical skill but lack the sleek craftsmanship that can make or break a design. Careful planning of a piece can make your life a lot easier and your work much cleaner. Knowing where to place the solder, when to trim excess material and how to achieve a pristine polish will be the focus of this session. Students will work on projects of their own choice while the instructor assists them with a logical, step by step approach.
Skill Level: Basic 2 and 3
Tuition: $200
Lab Fee: $10
Materials: Students bring their own
