Description: Learn simple forging and coax metal into completely different shapes. Plain wire is transformed into smoothly twisted 3D contours in a necklace you’ll want to show friends. PLEASE NOTE: Students will learn this design using copper, for cost effectiveness. Students may bring their own sterling silver or purchase it from the instructor to create in precious metal.
Materials included in price: Copper wire, clasp, solder, instructions, student special tool kit, enough supplies to create one necklace and possibly earrings.
Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Instructor: Lori Hart
Skill Level: Beginner
Required Tools:
- Sharpie
- Side cutters, heavy duty
- Round nose pliers
- Chain nose pliers
- Flat nose pliers
- #2 flat hand file
- Parallel pliers (suggested)
- Nylon nose pliers
- Metal ruler at least 6"
- Titanium solder pick
- Fine tweezers
- Magnifying glasses and Ott light as needed