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— Charmed! —

charmed! bracelet classA new twist on an old favorite! In this workshop, you'll create a fanciful bracelet with tons of movement! Using copper, silver and brass discs, accents and wire, you'll stamp, texture, coil and twist a delightfully musical charm bracelet! Using steel lettering sets and design stamps, you can stamp a favorite saying or add a cool texture. The more you add, the more interesting and fun it becomes! 
 

Recommended tools to bring to the workshop:
  • Round nose pliers
  • Flat nose pliers
  • Chain nose pliers
  • Flush or semi-flush cutters that will cut up to 12 gauge wire
  • Ball peen or chasing hammer
  • Needle files
  • Metal hole punch 1.8 - 3 mm (3/32 inch)
  • 6 inch ruler
  • Wooden Dapping Cube
  • Steel bench block 
  • Sharpie® or other indelible pen
  • Hand towel
  • Charms, lampwork or gemstone beads, and other dangly items for bracelet are optional but recommended
A MATERIALS FEE includes all necessary gauges of copper wire and copper discs to complete your bracelet.  Sterling silver discs and wire may be purchase separately.

A variety of tools will be available for purchase and to borrow.


Your workshop fee includes a complete written take-home tutorial with photos.

Basic wire working skills recommended but all skill levels are welcome.



Class Schedule
freeform sterling silver bangle


"Loved the class...what a simple bracelet to make and your instructions were very easy to follow."




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