June 5th | Introduction to Chainmaking

Description

Introduction to Chainmaking

Class Date: Thursday June 5, 12, 19, 26th

Time: 6pm to 9pm

Instructor:  Bobby Gunn / Sonia Sparling

Class Outline:

Workshop Title: Introduction to Chainmaking

Workshop Description:

Unlock the art of traditional chainmaking in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Throughout the course, you’ll master the foundational techniques needed to create four distinct chain samples and culminate your learning by crafting a full bracelet.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Jump Ring Creation: Learn to produce your own jump rings, the essential components of many chain designs.
• Soldering Skills: Enhance your soldering abilities as you assemble and secure your chains.
• Mandrel Usage: Gain proficiency in using mandrels of various shapes and sizes to form jump rings with diverse dimensions and forms.
• Wire: Learn how the type of wire can change the look of your chain – square, round, twisted
• Chain Design Exploration: Discover and practice constructing multiple chain patterns, allowing for personalization and creativity in your jewellery pieces.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll possess the skills and confidence to design and fabricate your own custom chains and bracelets. Students will make 3 chain samples in copper and then a final bracelet in sterling silver.

Payment Details

Workshop Fee: 400.00 +HST per person, includes kit fee for materials, consumables. 

Registration & Cancellation Policy

How to Register:

Sign up and pay for the workshop via this page.

A signed waiver will be required to proceed in any workshop.

Minimum age of workshop participation is 16. 

Minimum of 3 students and a maximum of 8 students.

Class Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel or reschedule a class, our CANCELLATION POLICY depends on the time until the scheduled class:

• Up to 7 days, a refund will be issued minus a $15 cancellation fee, or a credit will be given to attend a future workshop. Workshop credits must be used within a 60-day period after cancellation, or it will be forfeited.
• Within 48 hours, no refund or credit is given.

We may reschedule or cancel classes if we do not receive the minimum number of bookings, or in case of bad weather or instructor illness. In this case, you will be notified and the fees will be refunded.