Making Beads out of Wire...Then Making a Necklace



In this class we will experiment with making all sorts of beads out of wire which will then be made into a necklace. We'll wire wrap, coil, and do all unimaginable things with wire to create unique pieces. We will be working with 14-20 gauge copper wire which will be provided. If you wish to make beads out of silver wire I suggest you bring about 5-10 feet of each, or you may purchase some in class. Because so much wire is needed for this project, please CONTACT ME if you are going to want silver so that I will be sure to have enough on hand.

ABILITY LEVEL: Advanced Beginner Plus (this class requires that you have worked with wire previously & are familiar with it. If you are not sure, you might want to take the Basic Wire Skills Class which will give you a good foundation and allow you to build your skills.


TIME: two 3 hour classes
COST: $115 per person
MAX#: 6


SUPPLIES / TOOLS REQUIRED:
• chain nose pliers
• round nose pliers
• wire nippers / cutters
• ruler marked off in 16th or in millimeters
• fine tip magic marker in dark color
• hemostat (I will have these to purchase in class)
• files
• power drill if you have one (preferable cordless)

PLEASE IDENTIFY / LABEL YOUR TOOLS... we're working fairly close together and somehow all the tools seem to gravitate toward each other as we work.

BRING THESE IF YOU HAVE THEM:
• nylon jaw pliers used for straightening and hardening wire
• (chasing) hammer and block


CLASS DATES and TIMES:
Classes are scheduled for Monday evenings starting at 6:30 however other times can be scheduled especially if you get your own group together. Other possible times are Saturday, Sunday and Monday during the day. CONTACT ME to arrange a time. Arrange a group of four or five friends to take this class and you pay half.

Monday, July 13 & 20
Monday, September 21 & 28