Jewelry

Pre-registration is required for classes & workshops - please register online below or call 508-693-1850.
Minimum age requirement for adult jewelry classes is 14 years old unless otherwise noted. *Please see Jewelry Studio Dress Code at bottom of page.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:
Please read all class descriptions and be aware of age, skill level and materials requirements in ADVANCE of registering for any classes and workshops. Featherstone does not issue refunds unless we cancel the class due to low enrollment.

Beading: The Art of Knotting with Lucinda Sheldon
Day: Tuesdays:
Dates: January 24, 31, February (no 7), 14
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM change of time beginning 2/21
Dates: January 24, 31 / February (no 7), 14, 21, 28 / March 7, 14, 21, 28 / April 4, 11, 18, 25 / May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $50 per class, includes materials
Ages 13+ welcome

Learn the art of knotting between beads, and choosing the right beading technique for each kind of bead. Techniques taught include choosing appropriate stringing materials, finishing techniques, the classic technique of pearl and bead knotting, wire twisting and basic design. Stringing materials and a variety of gemstone and other unique beads included but students can also bring their own if they wish.

Enameling: Glass on Metal Workshops with Lucinda Sheldon
Days: Saturdays
Dates: January 21, February 4, 18, March 4, 18, April 15, 29, May 13, 20
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $75 per 3 hour workshop, includes materials (copper dishes and wooden boxes additional).

Enameling is an ancient art form applying powdered glass to metal and firing it to fusing in a kiln or with a torch. During class you will have the opportunity to make either an ornament, pendant, earrings, or even a bowl or decorated wooden box. Learn to sift, stencil, stamp and appliqué enamel on a variety of different copper shapes. These 1-day workshops can be taken multiple times to build upon skills learned.

ART NIGHT! Stamped Cuff Bracelet Workshop with Ivry Russillo
Days: Thursdays
Dates: February 23 // March 23
Time: 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $50, includes all materials

All levels welcome to participate in a hand stamped cuff bracelet workshop. Students will hand cut a bracelet template in brass or copper in preparation to stamp multiple designs on the cuff. An array of stamps from floral, leaves, symbols of nature, and other designs are available. You will form, file, sand, and polish until completion. A perfect class for gift giving or something hand made for yourself.

Lost Wax Casting with Ivry Russillo
Days: Thursdays
Dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee*: $350, includes wax materials and wax pen to keep. *Please note: fee does not include casting costs - these additional costs will depend on each student's project.

Students will explore working with wax on a small sculptural scale to create wearable art. This class will teach you to mold and manipulate wax pieces that will become jewelry through the process of lost wax casting (not done in class - work will be sent away for casting). Group demonstrations, individual help and your creativity will provide you with limitless possibilities to create unique pieces with this fun process. The primary project will be a 2D pendant hand carved in wax. Techniques include: manipulating wax with melting techniques, filing, drilling, design transfer and free form sculpture. No stone setting, no previous experience necessary.

Personalized Stamped Ring Workshop with Ivry Russillo
Days: Wednesday
Dates: April 19
Time: 3:00PM - 6:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $50, includes copper. Sterling silver is an additional $25.

Students will be taught on how to cut a piece of copper metal to the size it will fit them properly by using the metric system. These ring bands will be decorated with letter and design stampings. You will be introduced to soldering, which is an essential part of jewelry fabrication. Students will learn hand sawing, stamping, soldering, filing, sanding and polishing and will walk away with a finished ring.

*Dress Code: For safety reasons we ask everyone to comply with the dress code policy for the Jewelry Studio: Closed-toe footwear (no sandals), pants/shorts must go below the knee, long hair must be pulled back from the face and secured. Wear a headband or a hat if your hair can’t be tied back.

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