Bernadette Nichols – I

Wednesdays 6:00-9:00

Take your beginner skills up a notch. In this class you will learn how to design and fabricate a one-of-a-kind pendant using techniques such as sweat soldering, pierce sawing and bezel setting a cabochon. Learn tips and tricks to help you work smarter, not harder and grow more confident in your metalsmithing abilities. Beginners are welcome but must possess some experience with soldering. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and have knowledge of studio safety. Supplies can be purchased in class or from list provided.

S1: Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16
S2: Feb 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

$142 ACM Members

$167 Future Members

Supply List

Bernadette Nichols – I

Wednesdays 6:00-9:00

Learn a technique that dates back centuries. Create a beautiful chain, one jump ring at a time which will be drawn through a plate to create uniformity. You will also bezel set a stone to create a necklace or bracelet. Other techniques will include oxidizing, wire wrapping and creating a clasp. Beginners are welcome but must possess some soldering skill. Closed-toe shoes and studio safety knowledge is required. Supplies may be purchased in class. Please download supply list.

S1: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5
S2: Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

$142 ACM Members

$167 Future Members

Bernadette Nichols – B

Saturdays 9:00-1:00

Jump right into metalsmithing even if you are a beginner! Make a beautiful Spinner Ring creating a wide band that allows smaller rings to spin around on the outside. Learn to sharpen your metalsmithing skills with measuring, sawing, soldering with a torch, forging metal and polishing. You will complete your ring in this one-day workshop. Please plan on a metals/material fee of $30 to $50 payable to the instructor on the day of the class. Closed-toe shoes are a must.

S1: Nov 9
S2: Feb 22

$86 ACM Member

$136 Future Members