Workshops and Classes
Look for classes at http://www.Studio34JewelryArtsLearningCenter.com/ or book a private class or workshop for you or a group today.
Workshop Courses Available:
Hands-On Workshops and Seminars are available in construction and detail of individually unique pieces of jewelry. Learn the techniques necessary to make your own family heirlooms and unique jewelry. Using personal materials, photos, mementos, create a keepsake that will last a lifetime.
** Collaged Pendents** (Full Day Workshop) As featured in Belle Armoire Jewelry Issue 3. Learn to make collaged pins and pendants out of hand formed metals, unique fibers, handmade papers and assorted ephemera. Use that special broken jewelry of grandma's jewelry, that you can't part with and turn it into a one of a kind heirloom. Or open the junk drawer and create funky, cool jewelry. Make matching earrings to complete your pendent.
**Soldered Glass Memory Necklaces** ( Half or Whole Day Workshops)
Include personal photos, and ephemera from that special trip, or in tribute to that loved family member. Unique and personalized with collage effects and soldered flowing lines. Learn the art of solder, glass cutting and unique assemblage and the beauty it brings to jewelry. Memory Glass can be turned into ornaments, sun catchers or jewelry. A variety of "hanging methods" will be available as well.
**The Art of Hand Patina** One or Two Day Workshops, offered only in the Spring, Summer and Autumn.
Using a variety of formulas, learn how to Patina (or rapidly age) various metals including copper, raw brass and sterling silver. Including the Italian method of patina. This is a hands-on "Process Workshop". Come in comfortable work clothes with a journal and leave with samples of each type of patina and formulas.
In the Two Day Workshop, learn to hand cut metal, forge with unique tools, and file (the correct and quick way), making finished pieces to be Patina'd. Once you have learned the basics, the design possibilities are endless!
"Hand Patina Bracelets, Pendents, Chokers and Pins. (Half Day Workshop) Once you've mastered the patina, start designing jewelry to enhance your one of a kind patina, Using wires, metals, found objects, watch parts, nuts & bolts, create a unique piece that can be a combination Pendent/Pin, a Choker, Earrings or Cuff Bracelet.
**Funky 3D Pendents** (Half Day Workshop) Using various materials (everything but the kitchen sink), learn form, design and construction of a well balanced and funky pendant or pin. Jewelry is encased in a thick lacquer using a very unique method,making your jewerly "POP"! Various forms of neck pieces will be discussed to enhance your special piece.
Email for further information and rates to SixthFloorDesigns@Yahoo.com. Fall dates still available
Private and group workshops are available
Specializing in custom earrings, pendents, and bracelets for special events. Have jewelry to compliment your outfit, that is uniquely yours.
Specializing in Custom pieces,Sixth Floor Designs can turn your special heirlooms, photographs, broken family jewelry, euphemera, or anything you love into a one of a kind piece of jewelry to cherish forever.
Hand Patina'd Cuff Bracelet with Turquoise Cab and wire. Custom made for a customer's special outfit.
