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Linear Waves Sterling Silver PendantJanuary 18, 9:00am - 1:30pm (ALREADY PAST)Metal Clay Class By Despina “Espie” BuoncristianiDespina Buoncristiani, aka “Espie” has been intrigued with jewelry making since she was a teenager, taking apart old necklaces and creating new pieces with the vintage beads that were harvested. As an adult, with her graphic design background, it seemed a natural progression for her to revisit her creative past, now utilizing her design skills to create unique jewelry pieces. Despina’s early creations were mostly beaded projects, which she sold during trunk shows at Nordstrom. For the past few years Despina has been working with Metal Clay. She received her Art Clay Silver Level I Instructor Certification in September of 2013 and her Senior Instructor Certification in June of 2014. She has been teaching Metal Clay along with a variety of other jewelry making techniques at local bead shops and shows for the past 8 years. Today Despina enjoys mixing her skills in Metal Clay along with her old school metalsmithing techniques to create one-of-a-kind pieces. ln the pursuit of advancing her skills, she continues to educate herself, learning new techniques which in turn she shares with her students. You can see what Despina has been up to lately by following her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/DespinaBuoncristianiJewelry and/or Instagram at DespinaBdotcom.
Class Fee: $150.00Skill Level: Beginner
In this class you will create a sleek, modern Sterling Silver pendant. The silver components will be refined, textured, and shaped to create your one-of-a-kind piece. You will be utilizing hard, medium, and easy solder until all
the components are connected, including the square tube bail component at the top. A patina will be added if
desired, then the final step will be to set your Cubic Zirconia stone in the tube setting. This will become one of
your favorite everyday pieces to wear! You will be creating one (1) pendant. All tools and supplies are provided for the class...nothing to bring but yourself!
If you have any concerns about your experience level, please call or email Despina to discuss (626-963-8541
or email Despina at despina@despinab.com).
Class Fee includes use of tools, consumables, Sterling Silver materials, Silver solder, & Cubic Zirconia Stone.
Class size is limited to 6 students...register early to secure your spot!
To register and pay for this class please call 626-963-8541 or email Despina at despina@despinab.com.
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