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Beginning Wire work Techniques - memory necklaces
By Lynette fisk
May 19, 2012

9:00–12:00
Adults
Class size: Minimum: 4   Maximum: 16
$25 member / $30 nonmember

Learn how to bend and twist simple wire to join your found objects, charms and dangles into cool jewelry. Techniques you will learn involve connecting with wire: basic loop, wrapped loop, spiral, wire clasp. Make a necklace with beads and charms. Metal shapes are fun and can be drilled to add holes.

SUPPLY LIST

• 20 gauge craft wire
• beads (bring a variety in colors you like; glass, plastic or metal; any size)  
• found objects
• broken jewelry, old earrings, old watch straps, small belt buckles, key rings, old necklace chains, etc
• wire cutters, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers (no teeth)

Limited wire and supplies will be available to purchase from the instructor for an additional fee.