Clasps, Hinges, and Mechanisms will be the focus of this three-day workshop. Students will learn to construct a variety of clasps that can be added to jewelry for a fully handcrafted closure to pendants, necklaces, and bracelets. No longer will you be limited by commercial catches for your creations. In addition, you will learn several techniques to taking the fear and loathing out of hinge making. Learn to construct perfectly aligned, no fail hinges. We will also delve into mechanism such as springs, gears, and locking devices that will add a new dimension to your jewelry designs. Prerequisites: basic metal working skill required.