Necklaces by Paulette Werger

Level: All Skill Levels
Requirements: Basic Fabrication and Soldering Skills
Program: Spring
Status: Open
Length: 3 Days
Tuition: $ 450
Only $ 427.5 for registration before 27 March 2012
Materials: TBA
Date: April 27, 2012 - April 29, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Metalwerx

Learn strategies for making unique chains and linkages. A wide range of chain styles will be demonstrated and explained including a variety of fused, cold-connected, woven, and soldered link chains.

Students will become exposed to the rich tradition of classical techniques as well as the practical shortcuts for making work efficiently. Morning demos will take up the first part of class each day and then students will have time to work independently. It's helpful to have a sketchbook to keep track of notes and ideas.

Students can choose to pursue and experiment with a variety of samples or focus on a particular piece (or pieces, depending on their complexity).

This workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as advanced students. There will be something for people at every level. Soldering knowledge is necessary.

Paulette Werger is a metalsmith and teacher who works in Lebanon, NH. She sells her work both nationally and internationally and is owner of Metalpeople East, a jewelry and hollow ware studio She has taught metalsmithing at the University of WI, Montana State University, and at craft schools throughout the country. She serves as trustee for Society of Arts and Crafts and is a former board member of SNAG.

Materials & Tools

Paulette will have a selection of wire in fine silver and Argentium silver for sale by the foot. Students can choose to purchase what they need for their projects at the class.

Students should bring their own jewelry hand tools including:

• a pair of chain nose pliers
• a compressed charcoal block

Optional

• A selection of 18, 20, and 22 gauge wire in fine silver, copper, sterling, or Argentium.