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This is an two-day introductory class, the first of a three-part series on cutting faceted gemstones. The following topics will be covered:
Each student will complete a minimum of one stone. Cost: $210 Cutting material, shop and instructor fees are included. Deposit required to save a seat. Students must bring own Opti-Visor. Closed-toe shoes required. No loose clothing; long hair must be tied back. Contact Jim Kammel for more information.
This is an two-day class on cutting cabochons. You will learn how to cut various shapes and materials and the theories of how to work them.
The following topics will be covered:
Cost: $230. Cutting materials, shop and instructor fees are included. Deposit required to save a seat. Students must bring own Opti-Visor, waterproof apron, a towel. Closed-toe shoes required. No loose clothing; long hair must be tied back. Contact Peter Favaro for more information.
In the second class in the Fundamentals of Silversmithing Course, the student will learn the basics of silversmithing and create a textured, sterling silver ring band. This is a four-hour class. The following topics will be covered:
Cost: $78* Materials and the use of tools are included in the cost, (*Materials cost is subject to change based on market prices.) Deposit required to save a seat. Students must bring own Opti-Visor. Closed-toe shoes required. No loose clothing; long hair must be tied back. Contact Lisa Miller for more information.
In the second class in the Fundamentals of Silversmithing Course, the student will make a split-
shank, ring with a stone in it. This class consists of two four-hour classes. The following topics will be covered:
Cost: $134* Materials and the use of tools are included in the cost, (*Materials cost is subject to change based on market prices.) Deposit required to save a seat. Students must bring own Opti-Visor. Closed-toe shoes required. No loose clothing; long hair must be tied back. Contact Lisa Miller for more information.
In the third and final class in the Fundamentals of Silversmithing Course, the student will create a
sterling silver pendant featuring a round or oval cabochon. This class consists of two four-hour
classes. The following topics will be covered:
Cost: $144* Materials and the use of tools are included in the cost, (*Materials cost is subject to change based on market prices.) Deposit required to save a seat. Students must bring own Opti-Visor. Closed-toe shoes required. No loose clothing; long hair must be tied back. Contact Lisa Miller for more information.
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese technique where you braid many small cords or fibers together to make a thicker, stronger cord. Recently this technique has become very popular by adding beads to the cords. It makes beautiful cords for necklaces and bracelets. You can weave in or add a focal on a slide. Beginners will learn the basics and then work into creating patterns with different bead colors and shapes. Class fees are per 3-hour sessions and students will need a Kumihimo disk and eight bobbins which can be purchased from the instructor. Students will be given a list of places where they can purchase their own beads if needed.
Table Crafts are $10/ 3 hrs plus materials and Instructor fees
Learn how to wrap stones or cabochons with craft wire, and turn them into jewelry you can wear. Learn how to make a shaped frame, add a bail, and close all the excess wire. Your three-hour class will include at least two completed projects. Cost varies by project. Contact the instructor for class availability.
Intarsia is the process of starting from the inside and working to the outside. This can be done in any number of materials. In this class, we use stone, glass and man-made composite. The finished product looks like little pictures with frames around them. Because we have one intarsia machine, there can be only student at a time. All classes are by appointment only. You need to be competent in cabbing skills, plus understand the care and safety of machine use. This class can only meet on days when the lapidary shop is open. Materials cost varies.
Prerequisite: You must have taken the Beginning Cabochon class.
Viking knit is a method of weaving with fine wire to approximate the look of a knitted chain. This class is by appointment only. It takes approximately two 2-hour sessions. The technique can be learned in about 2 hours; you would take it home and complete the weaving to use up the remainder of your wire or to about three-quarters of the finished length you desire. The second session would consist of pulling the woven rope through a draw plate to reduce it to a diameter that you would like.
We offer workshops on various advanced lapidary subjects to include:
We offer these one-on-one and in small workshops
This is an introductory class on opal cutting. The following general topics will be covered in the class: recognizing the different types of opal fire, selecting opal rough, determining the shape of an opal, selecting the top of the opal, exposing the fire in a “patch and color” opal, cutting without over cutting, polishing the opal. Students will also be taught the proper operation and care of a cabbing machine. Each student will complete a minimum of 4 stones - Boulder Opal, Mexican Fire Opal and 2 Australian Opals
Prerequisite: Must have completed Beginning Cabochon, plus have at least six months of active cabbing experience.
We offer open shop hours for $6 per hour to work on your own projects.
You must have completed the Beginning Cabochon class and received a shop pass, or demonstrated cabbing ability at a skills check. For more information, contact Peter Favaro.
This course is designed to introduce you to that amazing world of precious metal clay. We will cover the basics and beyond! You’ll learn the tools you’ll need, different types of metal clays, kiln and torch firing. How to texture, stamp, mold and shape that metal clay the way you want. You will also learn how to layer the metal clay and create dimensional pieces. Caring and storing your clay. How to re-hydrate your clay when it dries out and much, much more! We will create earrings, charms and pendants.
Class cost depends on project and cost of Metal Clay.
We love our club members and future members, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
10207 Fisher Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33619, United States
Mon | By Appointment | |
Tue | 03:00 pm – 08:30 pm | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | 09:00 am – 01:00 pm | |
Fri | By Appointment | |
Sat | 09:00 am – 01:00 pm | |
Sun | Closed |
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