Polymer Micro Mosaics for Jewelry

Cynthia Toops is widely recognized for her artistry in polymer clay, most especially for her micro-mosaics. If you are not familiar with her work, here is your chance to investigate it up close (she has AMAZING samples) and learn how to make treasured mosaics yourself. You will learn to transform a basic material into incredible images to use like gems in pendants, brooches, and rings. This class will cover mixing unique colors and choosing a pallet, making mosaic elements, and setting and finishing the mosaic in a piece of jewelry or frame. Metalsmiths can bring a finished piece with a thick-walled bezel to work with. No experience necessary, returning students welcome. Some materials included.

Micro Mosaic, Cynthia Toops
Polymer mosaic ring, student work

Published by Dana

Dana Cassara began practicing the art of silversmithing at North Seattle Community College in 1992. She discovered her love for the craft after returning to school to pursue a teaching degree with a focus in social studies. She graduated from the University of Washington in 1998 with a B.A. in Comparative History of Ideas as well as Interdisciplinary Arts, because she just couldn't stay out of the art department. She has been teaching jewelry design since 1999 and loves what she does.