I just finished an 8-week metalsmithing class at Sands Jewelers in Richmond Heights. This was on my wish list of skills I wanted to develop. The 8-week format was ideal for me to get enough studio time to anchor this new skill. In addition, Steve Kozlowski is an excellent teacher. Everyone in the class was working on a different type of project so each of us in the class learned about a broad range of metalsmithing techniques. I am very happy with the finished piece that I created in this class. The design was created with a copper base, cut into the shape of a flower. A jasper cabachon was set into a sterling silver bezel which was welded onto the copper base. The bail was attached to the pendant with a jump ring. Here is a picture of the design.
Looks great! I love the copper flower.
Lovely, what a wonderful addition to your talents!
Here is the contact information for Sands Company Jewelers:
Sands Company Jewelers
26000 Chardon Road
Richmond Heights, Ohio 44143
V. 216 261-8270
http://www.solidcarbon.com
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And our Website (still under construction) is:
http://www.solidcarbon.com ~ people can fin a map there if they’d like to visit us for some custom work and/or repairs or sparkly beautiful gifts items!