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— Jewelry Classes —

It's a privilege for me to share the art of jewelry making with other like-minded enthusiasts. Whether teaching wire or metal jewelry classes at various venues or doing private lessons, it gives me great joy to witness the grin on someone's face when they've created their first piece of wire or metal art jewelry.

To witness the evolution of someone's jewelry making skills reminds me of my own growth in this artistic medium. When looking back at photos of my own early wire jewelry creations, I can easily see the progression to where I am today. I like thinking "outside the box" and enjoy helping others learn to rely on their own imagination and creativity and, ultimately, seeing their jewelry begin to reflect their own unique styles.

Have you ever taken a jewelry making class and you can't wait to get home to put your newly learned skills to work? Then....as you stare at that mess of wire and beads, you don't have the foggiest idea what to do with it! Well...to help you survive "information overload" every student in my classes takes home a clearly written step-by-step instructional tutorial with photos of the projects that we did in class. This helps to jog your memory and enables you to confidently recreate the project at a later date. Many of my class participants tell me this is an invaluable and much appreciated tool!

I currently teach wire and metal jewelry as a staff instructor at the Dunedin Fine Art Center in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. To see what some of my students have created take a look at my student gallery. Then check out the class descriptions below. I'd love to see you at one — or all — of them!

Class Schedule


basic wire jewelry techniques class       Basic Wire Jewelry Techniques I

Learn the tools and techniques necessary to create your own beautiful wire jewelry.

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basic wire jewelry techniques class      Basic Wire Jewelry Techniques II

Take your wire jewelry skills to the next level with more fun and educational tips and techniques.

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wire jewelry fast start      Wire Jewelry Fast StartSM

Rapidly learn the fundamentals of creating beautiful wire jewelry in this exciting and fast-paced two day wire jewelry workshop.

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wire collage pendant class      Wire Collage Pendant

Twist, coil and manipulate wire as you create a beautiful wire collage pendant in this fun half-day workshop.

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fold forming basics class      Fold-Forming Basics

Have fun forming, folding and unfolding sheet metal to create beautiful metal art jewelry in this fold forming basics class.

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charmed bracelet class      Charmed!

Stamp, texture, coil and twist a delightfully musical charm bracelet in this oh-so-fun half-day workshop.

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romancing the bead class      Romancing the Bead

Learn how to weave, coil and wrap wire to show off your exquisite focal beads, turning them into beautiful wearable art in this unique workshop.

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funky wire necklace class      Funky Wire Necklace!

Twist, coil and manipulate wire, add your favorite beads and you've created a funky wire necklace in this unique workshop.

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interchangeable topper bangle class       Interchangeable Topper Bangle

‘Click’ and Switch!  Learn to create a bangle with many looks, simply by quickly swapping out the tops (or bottoms). This bracelet is the ultimate in versatility! 

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crazy coil class       Crazy Coil Link Bracelet

Unlock the mystery of this fun coil wire link while making a beautiful piece of wearable art!

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let's get wild bracelet class       Let's Get Wild!

You'll employ a variety of metalworking skills in creating a wild safari-themed bracelet in this fun half day workshop.

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art of the patina class       The Art of the Patina

Learn all about the patina and how to add an oxidized finish to your silver, copper, brass or bronze jewelry.

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egyptian coil class      The Egyptian Coil

Uncover the secret of making this complicated looking yet amazingly simple link.

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coiled copper bangle       Copper Bangle with Coiled Wire Focal

Learn the techniques to make a fabulous copper bangle bracelet with a coiled wire focal!

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freeform silver bangle class        Freeform Silver Bangle with
       Hammered Wire Focal


Twist, shape and hammer Sterling silver wire to create this fun freeform style bangle.

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endless earrings class       Endless Earrings

Learn to create a variety of beautiful earrings for any occasion.

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scrumptious scarf pin class       Scrumptious Scarf Pins

Have fun as you learn to make terrific wire pins and brooches.

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hammering class       The Art of Hammering

What are all those different hammers for? Learn the tricks for using a variety of hammers to apply beautiful textures to your wire jewelry.

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cold connections class      Cold Connections

Add a new dimension to your jewelry designs by learning to cap and core lampwork beads, make your own handmade bead caps and other cold connections.

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