Learn soldering, or vastly improve your skills, while focusing on small hollow forms like beads and linked elements such as chains and simple hinged pieces. In this installment of the Beginning Series, students will be introduced to roll-printing, a technique for creating elaborate and organic textures in metal. You will create unique metal beads and learn some handy tricks for designing and soldering custom linked chains and clasps. Expect to create at least one fabulous linked project. No experience necessary.
Basic materials included.
Necklace, student work
Bracelet, student work
Necklace, student work
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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.
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