Name
Fragile Captures in Fine Silver Metal Clay
Date & Time
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Description
These stunning treasures never fail to amaze. Fragile materials like naturally shed butterfly wings (collected by a butterfly conservatory) skeleton leaves, feathers, etc. are protected behind mica and sandwiched between handmade fine silver metal clay washers. Join Patrice, an award-winning maker and instructor from Canada, as she guides you through the steps to create these one of a kind creations. You will also learn fail-proof riveting techniques to hold all of the pieces together.
Speakers
Track
Bead & Jewelry Track
Prerequisites
None
Required Kit Cost:
$100
Required Kit Contents:
Fine Silver metal clay, mica and fragile capture choices to complete one pendant, sterling silver chain, argentium silver wire for rivets, drill bit.
Supplies Students Must Bring
Students are not required to bring anything for this class. If students have battery or electric Dremel-type tools, and/or a small ball peen hammer, bringing them will reduce wait times for sharing the instructor’s tools for riveting.
Skill Level
All Levels