Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 9:00am to 4:00pm
Colors of the Stone, Casino del Sol, 5655 W. Valencia Rd, Tucson, AZ
Instructor: Melissa Kay-Steves
Experience: Some metal clay experience required
Breaking Tradition: Bezel Set Pendant in Metal Clay
Let's face it. You love setting stones in metal clay but the options of CZs and dichroic glass sometimes pale to the juicy amethyst and turquoise we want to add to our designs... until now!
In this exciting class students will create gorgeous, layered metal clay pendant and then set a non-firable stone in fine silver bezel wire without soldering!
Add embellishments like faux bead or twist wire, granulation, choice of bail, two-sided texture and more!
Learn ways to polish and add patina to five your piece that professional look. Chockful of useful tips and tricks along the way, this workshop will take your metal clay designs to a whole new level.
Depending on skill level, some students will pick up their fired piece after class.
Materials Included in the kit: 15g .999 Project X, gemstone, special paste formula, fine silver bezel wire, texture papers, polishing papers, sponges and materials, teflon work surface, template, patina, consumables and instructions.
Kit fee payable to instructor during class: $78
Access to Tools:
Students will have access to a wide range of tools and additional materials in the classroom, providing a comprehensive and supportive learning experience.
Instructor: Melissa Kay-Steves
Join us for a wonderful creative class in Tucson and learn from the best! Seats are limited so register early.