Metals Edge

If you are in the greater Phoenix/Scottsdale area and you are into making jewelry you should check out Metals Edge, LLC in Scottsdale. I think I will take the soldering class and maybe forging for Jewelry.
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They have all kinds of cool classes such as-

FORGING FOR JEWELRY New!!
Learn the basics of metal forging and make some really cool jewelry too! Projects include Twisted Transitions Torque, The Wave Bracelet and Forged Square Bangle Bracelet. All samples will be made in copper and you can choose either copper or silver for your projects. 4 weeks
$185 + materials fee of $150 for sterling silver or $50 for copper
Monday 6:30 - 9 pm
April 28 - May 19

New!! WEAVING WITH METAL I New!!
Learn to use tradional fiber techniques for metal to create wonderful metal structures and jewelry. We will explore the techniques of coiling, single element twining and double element twining. Projects include a miniature basket, an ornament and a pair of earrings.
4 weeks $185 + $50 materials fee
Friday 9:30 - 12 pm
March 14 - April 4

New!! WEAVING WITH METAL II New!!
Plain weave, plaiting and twill are the techniques we will explore in this class. We will use strips of sheet metal, wire and a combination of both to create jewelry and sculptural objects. Projects to choose from include wall panels, boxes, pendants earrings and many, many more...
4 weeks $185 + $50 materials fee
Monday 6:30 - 9 pm
March 24 - April 14
Friday 9:30 - 12 pm
April 11 - May 2

LOST WAX CASTING
This class covers the basics of lost wax casting. Students will learn about working with wax, mold making and finishing cast pieces. Other low-tech methods of casting will be demonstrated, such as cuttlebone casting and tufa stone casting as time permits. Materials fee includes everything needed for casting except metal. Students are responsible for supplying the metal of their choice (not needed for the first class). 8 weeks.
$365 + $65 materials fee

Classes forming - Call to be placed on the wait list!

CHAIN MAKING
MAKE YOUR SATURDAY EXCITING....MAKE CHAIN!!!
March 1 DRAGON'S SCALE -- $55.+ $35 materials fee March 22 CELTIC VISIONS -- $55 + $35 materials fee
March 29 FOX TAIL $55 + $35 materials fee
APRIL/MAY CLASS DATES
TO BE ANNOUNCED
DATE: TBA TRIZANTINE $55+ $35 materials fee
DATE: TBA JAPANESE HEX $55. +$35 materials fee
DATE: TBA SNAKE CHAIN $55 + $35 materials fee
DATE: TBA COYOTE MAIL $55 +$35 materials fee

Round off your chain making education with these complex chains. First you will complete the Trizantine chain (Nov 29). Next is the intricate Japanese Hex chain (Dec 6). Third is the Snake chain (Dec 13) and lastly is the lovely Coyote MaILLENovember 29- December 20


Resin Power!: Techniques In Resin Inlay

This course will explore all things resin, an exciting and challenging technique for adding color to metal. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with various types of resin, from opaque to transparent and build art pieces that burst with juicy color. Resin can also be used to inlay found objects, photographs and in combination with precious metal clay designs. If you are searching for a great way to take your work to a brighter level, this course is for you. Previous jewelry experience is always helpful, beginners are welcome too! 4 weeks $185 + $65. materials fee
Saturday 10:00am-12:30pm
March 22- April 12new


Jewelry/Metals Workshops
SOLDER 101
In this workshop, we will explore the ins and outs of soldering. By using different methods – ie: pallion, sweat, pick, wire and butt soldering, we will begin to understand how to control and direct the flow of solder. We will also learn to attach earring posts and pin findings. Don’t miss this one!$115 + $15 materials fee
Saturday 9:30 – 3:30
May 17


IT'S YOUR CHOICE!
Do you have projects that need to be finished, but you don’t have the equipment needed to finish them? Do you need some guidance on a particular technique that isn’t going well? Come on in and let the staff at "the Edge" help you out! For one low price, you can spend the day working on projects and have an instructor standing by to guide you in completing your projects. Metals and glass projects. This is not a class where new techniques are taught, but our instructors are here to help you. No materials provided. $30 per day
Friday 10:00 - 4:30
Apr 11
Saturday 10:00 - 4:30
Apr 26