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Etch a Sketch & More
Etch a Sketch & More
Etch a Sketch & More

Etch a Sketch & More

$475.00

Available

Jewelry
Brasstown
Weekend
Ages
18yr+
Oct
23
Fri
-
Oct
25
Sun
PM
04:00
-
PM
12:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Sessions: 3
Session Hours: 3.00
Program Area: Jewelry, Metalwork
Instructor: Liz Evans
Studio/Location: Jewelry Studio
Student Materials: Please bring the following: -1 or 2 terrycloth old hand towels -A magnifying device, such as an OptiVISOR or reading glasses, may be helpful for detail work. OptiVISORs are also available in the studio, if needed. -Safety glasses. (If you wear glasses, try 3M Eyeglass Protectors, #47030, that fit comfortably over glasses -- available at building-supply stores.) Safety glasses are also available in the studio, if needed. -It is recommended to use a particle dust mask (3M #8233 or rated equivalent) when using a polisher and grinder in the Jewelry studio. The mask can be purchased from Rio Grande, item #201-654 (1-800-545-6566 or www.riogrande.com). You may also find them at your local hardware store. -Ear plugs are available in the craft shop for a small fee should you need them. -Black, fine-point Sharpie pen -Notebook and pen -Something to tie your hair back with, if applicable -Apron or old clothes, recommended -Non-flammable clothing and close-toed shoes, recommended NOTE: The fluctuating cost of metals used in this class may result in changes to the estimated materials fees at the time the class is run.
School Fee & Materials: Fuel for torches
Instructor Materials: Saltwater etching rig, consisting of: container, Saltwater, leads, batteries, battery holder, and recharging stations for the batteries - Copper & brass shapes - Copper & brass tubing, along with tube cutter - Rivets - Findings - Paint pens
Equipment Needs: Jewelry Studio - Jeweler's saws - Metal shear - Rolling mill - Grinder/polishing equipment - Would like to be able to use the torches.
Skill Level: All Levels
Total Materials Fees: $25-$40
Jewelry Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902-8008

Description

Produce beautiful, etched copper and brass jewelry. Learn how to make a simple saltwater and battery setup, prepare the metal, create unique designs, and etch. Create pendants, beads, and other pieces that can be completed with cold connections–no soldering required–and finished with findings. Depart with your wearable art and plenty of knowledge to continue making fantastic pieces of your own at home. All levels welcome.

Produce beautiful, etched copper and brass jewelry. Learn how to make a simple saltwater and battery setup, prepare the metal, create unique designs, and etch. Create pendants, beads, and other pieces that can be completed with cold connections–no soldering required–and finished with findings. Depart with your wearable art and plenty of knowledge to continue making fantastic pieces of your own at home. All levels welcome.

$25-$40

Liz Evans has a BA in history from Maryville College, lives in Knoxville, TN, creates art, and works with databases. For enjoyment, she paints with watercolors and creates enameled and etched jewelry. She became interested in saltwater etching as an alternative to chemical etching for making brass rolling plates to enhance her work. Liz says she "generally collects hobbies" and lists glass/lampworking, metal casting, gardening, archery, and sword fighting as other interests.

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