This class is a 2-day, weekend-long workshop, made for those who want to make a custom bolo tie. We will each design and construct a simple bezel-setting for your stone & fabricate it into a wearable silver + stone bolo tie, with leather cord & sterling silver end caps.
WHEN: Saturday, December, 12th; 12-4pm & Sunday, December 13th; 12-4pm
Am I the right fit for this class?
This weekend-long workshop is for those who want to custom-make a bolo tie and practice stone setting skills in the silver studio. No previous silversmithing experience is required, but it helps! Assistance from the instructor is available and encouraged.
LOCATION:
535 W. Deer Drive, Unit #513, downstairs! Park parallel the garage doors 514/513 or in the parking spots marked with those numbers.
CLASS DETAILS:
In this workshop, students will learn how to make a simple bezel setting for a bolo tie. We will build a strong foundation, learning the tools, equipment, and safety practices of silversmithing, as well as the basics of fabrication and stone setting. Skills include: sawing, filing, sanding, texturing, soldering, stone setting, polishing and more!
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Materials for one basic stone setting project per student: milled sterling silver wire and sheet, cabochon stone & consumables (sandpaper, polishing compound, saw blades, etc.) Silver tube for the end caps, and leather cord are included. Students are welcome to bring their own materials, or purchase higher quality stones at the studio. Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
WHAT TO BRING:
Water bottle (we have a refill station)
Notebook
Mug for tea
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
Closed toe shoes (boots/sneakers are okay, leather shoes preferred)
Natural fiber clothing (denim, cotton, linen, etc)
No loose clothing
Hair must be tied back
Jewelry must be removed
Safety glasses must be worn (provided)
Age 18+ (unless enrolled with a guardian or parent)
This class is a 2-day, weekend-long workshop, made for those who want to make a custom bolo tie. We will each design and construct a simple bezel-setting for your stone & fabricate it into a wearable silver + stone bolo tie, with leather cord & sterling silver end caps.
WHEN: Saturday, December, 12th; 12-4pm & Sunday, December 13th; 12-4pm
Am I the right fit for this class?
This weekend-long workshop is for those who want to custom-make a bolo tie and practice stone setting skills in the silver studio. No previous silversmithing experience is required, but it helps! Assistance from the instructor is available and encouraged.
LOCATION:
535 W. Deer Drive, Unit #513, downstairs! Park parallel the garage doors 514/513 or in the parking spots marked with those numbers.
CLASS DETAILS:
In this workshop, students will learn how to make a simple bezel setting for a bolo tie. We will build a strong foundation, learning the tools, equipment, and safety practices of silversmithing, as well as the basics of fabrication and stone setting. Skills include: sawing, filing, sanding, texturing, soldering, stone setting, polishing and more!
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Materials for one basic stone setting project per student: milled sterling silver wire and sheet, cabochon stone & consumables (sandpaper, polishing compound, saw blades, etc.) Silver tube for the end caps, and leather cord are included. Students are welcome to bring their own materials, or purchase higher quality stones at the studio. Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
WHAT TO BRING:
Water bottle (we have a refill station)
Notebook
Mug for tea
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
Closed toe shoes (boots/sneakers are okay, leather shoes preferred)
Natural fiber clothing (denim, cotton, linen, etc)
No loose clothing
Hair must be tied back
Jewelry must be removed
Safety glasses must be worn (provided)
Age 18+ (unless enrolled with a guardian or parent)
