Workshop List
Pasadena Bead & Design Show
« Back to Class List
Sgraffito Torch Enameled EarringsJuly 21, 2:30pm - 6:30pm (ALREADY PAST)July 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm (ALREADY PAST)Enameling 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: $149.00 (Includes all necessary materials to complete 2 pairs of earrings) Fees to be paid in full at time of registration. (No refunds on class fee after July 10, 2023)Skill Level: All
In this class you will create 2 beautiful pairs of enamel earrings without the use of a kiln...in its place, you will be using a torch where you will watch the magic happen right before your eyes! You will learn how to customize and prep your copper pieces and sift and layer your counter enamel. A design will be scratched (Sgraffito!) into your base enamel once applied to your front side. Opaque liquid enamels and transparent liquid enamels which will be painted on will add color and dimension to your pieces. Several firings later you will achieve your beautiful, unique results! A variety of enamel colors will be available to select from to create your pieces. The possibilities are endless...You will love the results! I try to limit my classes to 6 students, so you will all receive my individual attention.
Class Fee includes all consumables, Copper blanks, use of enamels, and ear wires to complete your 2 pairs of earrings. All tools are provided for use in class. Nothing to bring but yourself! Previous torch experience is helpful but not required to successfully complete this class. If you have any concerns about your experience level, please call or email Despina (626-664-4050 or despina@despinab.com) to discuss.
Please arrive to class 10-15 minutes before start time. Class will begin promptly at scheduled time
To register and pay for this class please call 626-664-4050 or email Despina at despina@despinab.com with your contact information.
No Available Dates
