Michele Grady Jewelry Classes

2008 Jewelry Classes and Workshops

Click each class name for more info on each class or workshop. You can now register for all classes online with a credit card by following the links below. You can also click here for a printable registration form that can be sent via regular mail if you prefer to pay by check. All classes are held in or near the Southern New Jersey/ PA area.

Beginnning/Intermediate Jewelry Making Classes
Beginners Wire and Bead Jewelry Class
Making Metal Jewelry Class
Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Workshop
The Art of Spirals Workshop
Beaded Cuff Bracelet Workshop
Corrugated Metal Workshop
Stamped Cuff Bracelet Workshop

Some of the workshops listed make great "Girls Night Out" projects. You supply the friends, the wine and the cheese and we supply the rest! If you live in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area and would like more info on how to host a "Girls Night Out" workshop in your home contact Michele.

Beginnning/Intermediate Jewelry Making Classes

New students will learn the basics of forming and joining to transform their ideas into wearable art. For those with previous experience, join the class with projects already in progress, as well as concepts for new works of art. Techniques included will be piercing, forming, basic construction, filing, soldering, stone setting and finishing. Students will combine these steps to create several pieces that are uniquely their own.These classes are held in Medford, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Beginners Wire and Bead Jewelry Class

This course is designed to introduce the beginner to the use of jewelry making hand tools. Learn to make beautiful wearable art from metal, wire and beads in this 4 week course. Students will complete a specific project each week while learning the basics of beginner jewelry making. Projects will include the basics of bead stringing, adding texture to metal, making head pins, shaping wire, using crimp beads, etc. Students are free to bring their own beads to class to incorporate into their projects if they wish. All materials and supplies will be provided. Just bring yourself! No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! These classes are held in Haddonfield, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Making Metal Jewelry Class

This 8 week course is designed to introduce the beginner to the art of metal jewelry making. Students will complete specific projects while adding their own flare and learning the basics of working with metal. Projects will include sawing, piercing, sanding, filing, drilling, adding texture, cold connections, forming, etc. All materials and supplies will be provided. Just bring yourself! No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! These classes are held in Haddonfield, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Workshop

Learn about PMC without having to make a huge investment. Precious Metal Clay is a clay-like material that when fired in the kiln turns to pure silver. Experiment with this material while using the instructor's tools and techniques. Learn ways to incorporate this incredible jewelry material into your own designs. Finished work can be picked up or sent to you after firing. Class cost covers 1 package of PMC, use of all tools and firing of completed pieces. No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! This workshop runs for approximately 3 hrs. This workshop is held in Medford, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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The Art of Spirals Workshop

Learn how a few simple tools can be used to create your own unique jewelry in this wire working workshop. You will learn how to make a variety of links to create your own necklaces, earrings, bracelets and pendants. Students are welcome to bring any materials (beads, charms, etc.) they wish to incorporate into their finished pieces of jewelry. No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! This workshop runs for approximately 2 hrs. This workshop is held in Medford, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Beaded Cuff Bracelet Workshop

Students will use basic wire working tools and beads to create their own wearable copper or brass cuff bracelets. This workshop is a great introduction to metal jewelry making. All materials and tools are provided. Feel free to bring any extra beads you would like to incorporate into your bracelet. No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! This workshop runs for approximately 1 1/2 hrs. This workshop is held in Medford, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Corrugated Metal Workshop

Make a variety of textured shapes that you can combine with beads to create your own pair of earrings or pendant. Students can use either copper or sterling silver. You will learn how to add texture to the metal, add a patina to silver, add beads and ear wires to make earrings or a jump ring to make a pendant. You will leave this workshop with multiple pieces that you can keep or give as gifts. No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! This workshop runs for approximately 2 hrs. This workshop is held in Medford, NJ. Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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Stamped Cuff Bracelet Workshop

Learn to make your own personalized sterling silver cuff bracelet to keep or give as a gift. Learn cutting, stamping, shaping, filing, finishing and oxidizing. Please bring a household hammer with you to this workshop. Everything else will be supplied for you. Time willing, you will leave with 2 completed bracelets. One to keep for yourself and one to give as a gift! No prior jewelry making experience is necessary! This workshop runs for approximately 2 hrs. This workshop is held in Medford, NJ.

Click the "sign up" button for images of the projects, dates, times and to register.

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