Riveted Pendant
by Instructor Chayse Romero
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Take a Gem Show Class!
During the 2021 Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show, you will find a variety of fun, affordable and hands-on classes to learn lapidary, metalsmith and related skills. Each class will feature high quality materials to make beautiful, authentic and handmade objects to take home. The classes will be held at La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 North Main, Durango, Colorado, from July 9 to 11, and will be taught by the Club's professional instructors. Your tuition includes all the equipment, tools and materials needed to complete your projects, as well as three days' admission to our 67th annual Gem Show. 100% of proceeds benefit the Club. Preregistration and payment is required. |
Fold Form Earrings
In this 90-minute class, you will learn how to hammer flat sheets of fine silver and other metals to form organic 3-dimensional shapes. The pieces will be cut, drilled, filed and combined with pearls and other dangles to make 2 pairs of elegant earrings. Tuition is $51. Fri July 10, 9:30-11 am Fri July 10, 11 am-12:30 pm 
Cold Stone Setting
In this class you will learn how to set stones without using a torch. You will saw, bend, hammer and colorize the setting and chain to complement your stone. This 3-hour class costs $97 and includes polished stones, metal, silver chain, and everything you need to finish two necklaces. Sat July 11, 9:30 am-12:30 pm 
Riveted Pendant
In this class you will use rivets to layer and assemble mixed metals and hand-sawn designs. You will take home your own handcrafted and beautiful one-of-a-kind pendant. $92. Sat July 11, 1-4 pm 
Make a Pet Tag
Make a pet tag for your furry friend while you learn to stamp, file, drill, bend and finish a metal piece. This 90-minute class costs $40 and includes a new collar for your dog or cat. Sun July 12, 9:30-11 am |
Cold Connections Earrings
In this class you will learn to saw, die-cut, coil, drill and assemble mixed metals to create simple and elaborate designs. This 3-hour class costs $88 and includes silver, copper, brass, beads and more. You will finish 2 pairs of earrings to take home. Fri July 10, 1-4 pm Sun July 12, 9:30 am-12:30 pm 
Intro to Beading
In this 90-minute hour class you will learn how to design, assemble, and clasp the ends of a beaded necklace using natural stone beads. The class fee is $61. Sponsored by Beads & Beyond. Sat July 11, 9:30-11 am 
Wire Weave a Stone
In this 3-hour class you will learn the basics of wire weaving to encase a stone and finish an elegant necklace. Stones, wire, silver chain and the necessary tools are all on hand. Tuition is $88. Sat July 11, 1-4 pm 
Flint Knapping
Get ready to make the chips fly! In this class you will learn both traditional and modern techniques to fashion knives and arrowheads from beautiful stone. Everything is provided in this 90-minute class for only $43. Sun July 12m 11 am-12:30 pm |
Cabbing Class
Learn how to turn rough stone into cabochons, polished gems ready to set into jewelry. You will learn both traditional and modern methods to finish two stones in this 90-minute, $40 class. Colorful stones from Colorado and around the world are included. Fri July 10, 9:30-11 am Fri July 10, 11 am-12:30 pm Fri July 10, 1-2:30 pm Fri July 10, 2:30-4 pm 
Pearl Bracelet
Learn how to properly tie pearls with silk thread, to protect these organic gems from breakage and loss. In this 90-minute class you will finish a pearl bracelet with clasp. Pearls, clasps, thread, etc. are provided. The fee is $53. Sponsored by Beads & Beyond. Sat July 11, 11 am-12:30 pm 
Intro to Enamel
This 3-hour class will teach you how to use fine glass powders and a kiln to safely fire colorful and lustrous enamel art. Everything is included for you to complete and take home two hand-fired creations. Tuition is $79. Sun July 12, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm 
Stone Inlay in Wood
In this 90-minute class you will inlay colorful turquoise stone into wood. You will fill your own piece of wood and, while the glue dries, learn the remaining steps by working on dry pieces the instructor has started. You will finish one cutting board and take another to finish at home. The class fee is $55. Sun July 12, 1-2:30 pm Sun July 12, 2:30-4 pm |
Class Location
Classes are held on the 2nd floor of the Exhibit Hall at La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 N. Main, Durango CO. A stairwell and freight elevator are located near the main entrance on the ground floor. Please ask for assistance with the elevator.
Cancellation
Because we will purchase supplies for you, your tuition is not refundable. However, your seat is transferrable. If you are unable to attend, you may give away or sell your seat to another party. If a class is cancelled by the Instructor or by the Club, then you will be notified and fully refunded or you may apply the funds to another class.
Classes are held on the 2nd floor of the Exhibit Hall at La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 N. Main, Durango CO. A stairwell and freight elevator are located near the main entrance on the ground floor. Please ask for assistance with the elevator.
Cancellation
Because we will purchase supplies for you, your tuition is not refundable. However, your seat is transferrable. If you are unable to attend, you may give away or sell your seat to another party. If a class is cancelled by the Instructor or by the Club, then you will be notified and fully refunded or you may apply the funds to another class.
