Wire & Metal Design Classes

~From craft, to copper, to silver - turn any type wire into something fabulous! 

You can twist it, curl it, bend it, mold it, stamp it, shape it - and even crochet with it. 
A fabulous medium to play with. Imagine the possibilities!

Indira - wire embroidery

Another pretty way to combine wire and crochet technique for an artisan cuff bracelet. Bead embellisments take this to a whole new level.  A breezy bracelet to do in one short afternoon - beautiful.

Level:  Intermediate - crochet knowledge needed
Teacher:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35+ materials. 

Fun With Wire Crochet

Create a beautiful beaded crochet necklace in your choice of colors and bead selection. No crochet experience necessary.  A stunning addition to any wardrobe and a great way to put a familiar technique to new use! 3 hours.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials

With Love - Wire Heart Pin or Pendant

Way better than a paper heart and just in time for Mother's Day - learn how to make this graceful sterling wire heart shaped pin (or pendant) in one easy afternoon.  Let Gina show you how to shape, wrap, and texturize sterling wire into a great lapel pin or if you choose, finish as a pendant.  Once you know the technique - then you can fashion earrings and charms to gift your favorite sweeties!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35. + material

Spiralmania Hand-linked bracelet

A great new class from Gina - learn how to shape, hammer, texturize and patina these great metal links using copper, brass, and silver wires.  Perfect!

Level:  Beginner/intermediate (wire working experience helpful)
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35 + materials.

Angelica

Shine up your halo's girls!  Let Gina show you how to fashion this beautiful sterling Angel pendant in just a few hours. Perfect for yourself, or to give as a gift for that special occasion or special intentions.  Simply heavenly!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee: $35. + materials.

Curly-Que - Wire Workshop

If you love wire projects - boy, oh boy, are you gonna love this craft wire workshop with Gina!  Learn how to do a multitude of wire techniques in this great new class!  Clasps, and links, twisties, and bindings,swirls, and curls..the list goes on and on. This is a perfect class for wire workers looking to expand and hone their skills.  You will love this fast-paced wire workshop!  Bring your roller skates as Gina will be covering a lot of techniques in one afternoon - 5 hours.

Level: Intermediate (basic wire/tool skills needed)
Instructor:  Gina Stuebel
Fee:  $55. + materials.

Note:  Students should bring own tools and Coiling Gizmo to class. - Craft Wire, beads & (Coiling Gizmo - if you don't have one) are to be purchased in store on day of class.

"Knot Hard" - Wire Pendant

Another great class by Sue Quinque!  Test your wire working skills with this fun and beautiful pendant. Learn how to fashion an artistic swirly knot in copper wire in one short afternoon. (Also looks great in sterling!) Let Sue show you the secrets..

Level:  Intermediate
Teacher:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $40.00 + materials.

Sterling Coiled Bangle

Absolutely stunning design and easy to do. Learn how to make this coiled bracelet in one easy class. Finish with a pretty handmade "S" clasp and wear it home and impress your friends and family!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials

Whimisical Wings -

To celebrate the season - come fashion some cute little beaded bugs in one short class. Learn how to transform a little bit of wire and a couple, three beads into a cute little pin for your collar or jacket or your purse - They'll make perfect little gifts too!

Level:  Beginnner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee: $35. + materials

Smashing Thoughts - Stamped/linked Bracelet

Capture words forever in metal with this great technique.  Learn how to customize your own bracelet with die stamping and then learn how to create beautiful metal links and beady fringe.  Perfect for medical ID or any other favorite word or saying.  Let Gina show you the secrets of stamping, texturizing, patina, links and wraps in this really fun class. 

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35+ materials.

Eye Candy Jewelry

Treat yourself to some little goodies without all the guilt - learn how to fashion a gorgeous necklace using a variety of beads, caps, and findings.  Focus is on hand -shaped wire link techniques. 

Level:  Intermediate - some wire/tool working knowledge.
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35 + materials

Tree of Life Pendant

How pretty is this little pendant? Learn how to hand wrap a beautiful Tree of Life pendant in just a few short hours. Work in craft wire or sterling.   Perfect to give as a gift for your someone special. 

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + materials.
 

Tree of Life Symbolism
The Tree of Life symbol meaning represents different qualities/virtues like wisdom, strength, protection, beauty, bounty and redemption. It is also considered to be the symbol of 'Creator'. The tree is associated with the creator because it provides protection, supports abundant fruit production and thereby, regeneration. This analogy can also be used to describe the life of humans. We as humans develop 'roots' of our beliefs, 'branch out' by means of wisdom and the 'trunk' (mind & body) keeps them connected.

The Tree of Life meaning as perceived in different faiths, belief systems and cultures, resonates with a simple and strong message of unity. The Tree of Life symbol indicates that all forms of life are connected through a cosmic energy and that we as humans should live in harmony with rest of the living beings.

Enchanted Garden

How pretty is this little bracelet?!  Learn how to construct a beautiful blooming garden of your own.  Arrive early to review the supply list and choose your floral beads from our beautiful floral mixes. Knowledge of simple loop making and wire wrapping technique helpful. Perfectly pretty!

Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Andrea Mazzenga
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials

Sugarcubes

Another beautiful wire bracelet from Gina!  You'll enjoy making this pretty wire bangle in just a few short hours.  Amazing sparkle.  All the fun with out the spike in blood sugars!

Level: Beginner/Intermediate (wire skills helpful)
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35 + materials.

Faith, Hope & Love

Learn how to make these two beautiful wire cross pendants in one short class!  Projects will be completed by end of class and able to wear home. Let Gina show you the secrets. 

Level:  Beginner 
Instructor: Gina Streubel
Fee: $35. + materials.

Sandy Shoreline

Another fun project from Sue Quinque!  Reminiscent of little sandcastles along a sandy shore - this pretty necklace will amaze your friends and family. Learn how to make this beautiful wire and lampworked bead necklace in one short afternoon.  Sue will show you the steps - wear your project home by the end of class!   Looks amazing in other color combinations too. A real conversation piece!

Level:  Intermediate (wire working knowledge needed)
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $45+ materials.

Ariel's Treasure

You'll feel pretty as a mermaid in this beaded wire cuff!  Looks amazing in any color combinations.  Let Gina show you the secrets!  A perfect accessory for this season's wardrobe.

Level:  beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35.+ materials

Coil Swirl Linked Lampwork

Another fabulous wire design!  Let Susan Quinque show you how to fashion beautiful coil swirls to link lampwork beads into a most intriquing bracelet!  A perfect way to get through the mid winter doldrums.

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate  (Some wire working knowledge helpful.)
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee: $35.+ Materials

Wire Wrapped Cabochon

Turn almost any polished cabochon into an amazing pendant with sterling wire, a few crystals, and just a few of hours.  Completely hand wrought and each one uniquely yours.  Simply  - beautiful. 2 hours.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35.00 + materials

Caged Treasures - found objects.

Now you can learn how to cage wrap your favorite seaglass, or other found object with this great new technique from Gina - wear as a pendant or good luck charm!  Beautiful!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35+ materials (You may bring your favorite found object to class)

All That Glitters...
Crochet Wire Cuff Bracelet
 

Learn how to  make this beautiful crocheted cuff your very own in one afternoon - Jayne will show you the secrets. Stunning!

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate (Crochet experience helpful, but not necessary
Instructor:  Jayne Stilley
Fee:  $35. + materials.

Basketweave Copper Pendant

A new year - a new metal project from Sue Quinque!  Let Sue show you how to do this marvelous basketweave technique with thin copper strips.  Finish with a unique patina technique. Embellish with your favorite beads or wire work!  Very unique  - a real conversation piece.

Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee: $35.+ materials

Egyptian Coils

One of the oldest and most beautiful of the wire techniques - let Sue show you the secrets to making uniform coil links to then fashion into a beautiful bracelet - you will feel like a modern day Cleopatra wearing this little beauty!  3 hours.

Level: Intermediate (Some wire working knowledge)
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee: $40+ materials.

Wire Wrapped Galaxy Beads

If you love working with wire - you will love this project.  Learn how to make your own little wire wrapped galaxy beads with some wire, crystals, and small beads.  Flirty and fun - let Sue show you the secrets.  2 hours.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $35. + Materials

Swirly Cue Bracelet

This beautiful bracelet takes wire coiling to a whole new level.  A substantial and stunning piece and it can be all yours in just 2 hours. Wear it home to dazzle your friends!

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee: $35. + materials. 

Pearl Swirl Bracelet

You'll be sure to make a  fashion statement with this beautiful bracelet.  Let Sue show you how to create a generous swirl of pearls with twisted wire in just three hours.  Stunning.

Level:  Beginner/Intermediate - some wire working experience helpful.
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $45. + Materials.

Inspirational Stamping in Sterling

One of the hottest trends in jewelry design is to add words and/or inspirational sayings to your jewelry creations. In this class, each link will be hand stamped with a hammer and die to allow you to create the most unusual pieces. Let Ellen show you how this technique can take the ordinary to the extraordinary in just a few short hours. Wear your creations home the same day!  No experience necessary. Uniquely beautiful, just like you.            

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Ellen K.
Fee:  $35. + materials

Sterling Kuchi Wire Pendant

You will be amazed at your wire talents once you are finished with this freeform wire beaded pendant. A bold and beautiful look for any wardrobe - a one of a kind piece created by your very own hands. Stunning.

Level:  Intermediate - you need some prior wireworking experience on this little puppy.
Instructor:  Susan Quinque
Fee:  $45+ materials.

Fancy That! - Wire Chandelier Earrings

Anyone  would love to have a pair of these beauties!  Let Gina show you the secrets of making these great wire wrapped chandelier earrings.  Vary the crystals and colors to suit any outfit. Sparkling, just like you.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $30+ materials.

Wire Wrapped Ring Trio!

Gina will show you how to make three great looking sterling rings in one easy class. A great introduction into wire techniques.  Students will use their own choice of focal beads and be able to complete these rings by end of class. A great way to embellish your new Spring Wardrobe.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35. + Materials.

Wire & Bead Bangle

Learn how to make this amazing beaded bangle in your choice of round beads just in time for your Spring and Summer wardrobe.  Students will be able to wear their creation home by end of class!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35.00 + Materials.

Bypass Crystal & Wire Wrapped Rings 

If you liked Wire Wrap Ring Trio - you'll love Gina's new designs.  Learn how to make two beautiful rings in one easy class. Perfect for your summer and beach wardrobes!

Level:  Intermediate - Wire wrapping & Tool use knowledge required.
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35 + materials

Sterling Wire Bangle

If you like working with wire, you will love learning how to create this beautiful sterling bangle in one short afternoon. Perfectly beautiful - just like you~!

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Gina Struebel
Fee:  $35. + materials.

 Viking Knit - Wire Weave

If you love working with wire - you will love this great weaving technique. Learn how to create beautiful Viking Knit in one short class. Let Jo show you the secrets!  This is not done with knitting needles - rather it is hand woven on a wooden dowel. Complicated looking, but deceptively easy to do.  A great weave that will lend itself to many variations and applications.  The above examples are just the start!  Beautiful.  4 hours.

Level:  Intermediate
Instructor:  Jo Quaglia
Fee:  $45+ Materials  

Curly Cabochon Bezel

Continue you wire working experience by learning how to do mini coiling with beads and crystals around a beautiful bead or cabochon.  A unique and fresh way to embellish any focal piece.  Place it on a simple silk cord and wear it home after class!  2 hours.

Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sue Quinque
Fee:  $35. + materials