About

By drilling and sawing through (copper or sterling) sheet metal we will create beautiful shapes.  When these shapes or patterns are soldered to a backing, the cut out patterns can read as lights and darks when oxidized.  We will be drilling, sawing, filing, soldering, pickling, sanding and do some finishing if there is time.  People taking this class should have some experience with soldering.  We will cover basic sweat soldering, drilling with the flex shaft, sawing techniques, filing, and sanding.    

Details:

• This is a beginner / intermediate level class. 
• $20 materials fee is in included in the class tuition.
• There will be sterling silver for purchase.  Please bring cash or check if interested.
• Students please bring:
• • Ideas of designs or patterns
  • If you have trouble seeing 10-20 inches away, it is recommended you bring reading glasses.

Instructor: Jody Lyle is a goldsmith with over 25 years of experience designing and making jewelry.  She has a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from the University of North Texas where she studied with world-renowned enamel artist Harlan Butt.  She has continued here education over the years with apprenticeships, trade school training, and skill building classes.  She believes in learning by doing, and continues to home her skills, practicing and acquiring new techniques from other jewelers and is continually expanding the definition of her jewelry.

Contact: Jewelry.Lead@BainbridgeBARN.org