Create a pair of botanical stud earrings that reflect your love of nature.
This workshop is great for beginners and is an easy introduction to forming and soldering. No experience is necessary.
Metalsmith, Erin Austin, will guide you through:
- Safety and PPE (personal protective equipment)
- Pattern Making
- Sawing
- Forming (Dapping, Score and Bend)
- Texture
- Soldering posts
Students will leave this workshop with a pair of sterling silver studs in a botanical theme. Think flowers, pods, and leaves. If students are unable to finish they may attend 3 Open Studio Hours at no charge to complete their projects.
All supplies included. Limited to 4.
Students must be 18 years or older.
To use the studio you must:
- Sign a Liability Waiver
- Wear closed toed shoes
- Wear appropriate eye protection
- Wear splash goggles when using the soldering area
- Note: 1 pair is available in the studio at the soldering station. If you would like your own pair please bring them.
- Tie back long hair
- Secure loose clothing
- Follow all posted Studio rules
- Follow directions from instructor and/or studio monitors
We also highly suggest wearing natural fibers like cotton, hemp, etc. Synthetic fibers contain plastic that may melt onto your skin if they come into contact with heat!
Refunds: Refunds are available until 1 week before the scheduled class date.
Please note: We do NOT have bathrooms available for customer/student use. Please plan accordingly. Businesses that offer restrooms to customers (you must purchase something to use their restrooms) in the immediate area include: The Speakeasy in the evening and Ramones and Old Town Coffee and Chocolates during the day. The Eureka Visitor Center, near the gazebo, also has day time bathrooms available for your use (no purchase necessary).
