Metalsmithing Level 1: Soldered Sterling Post Earrings

In this class, our very own Kelly McKay will introduce you to soldering sterling silver jewelry and you'll leave with up to two pairs of your own unique earrings! You will learn how to stamp/texture, prep, solder, clean, work harden and patina your way to fashionable finery -- to keep for yourself or give as a gift.

***This class uses open flames, sharp implements and metal tools. Some hand strength is required. If you need visual assistance (i.e. reading glasses) please bring them. Please wear close-fitting clothing, closed toed shoes, and tie back any long hair.***

This class is open to ages 14+.

Supplies Provided:

All tools
Solder (if extra is needed, students may purchase during class)
Sterling discs (if extra are needed, students may purchase during class)
Earring posts and butterfly clutch earring backs

Four pairs of sterling silver disc earrings, each with a different stamp shape or texture. Two pairs are on grey paper cards, two pairs are lying on a rough wooden table.

Class Policies & COVID procedures:

Masks are no longer required but always welcome! We are happy to provide a mask if needed. If you are feeling ill, please stay home and text the store to let them know.
This class requires a minimum of 6 students enrolled, with a maximum of 8. Craft Habit will notify students at least 24 hours in advance if a class is canceled due to low enrollment. Students will be fully refunded for any classes canceled due to low enrollment.
Food and most beverages are not allowed during classes, due to safety concerns. You are welcome to bring water in a container that will not spill if knocked over. On occasion, BYOB is welcome and will be stated in the class registration page.
Class registrations are not refundable. If you cannot attend, you may find another person to take your place in a class. Please let us know their name in advance of the class starting.
Classes canceled by Craft Habit WILL be refunded. We will do our best to reschedule classes, and we will refund class registration fees for any classes that we have to cancel for any reason.
To respect our teachers’ time, please arrive 5 minutes before scheduled class time unless advised otherwise. Late arrivals may miss important information and may not be able to catch up to the class. We cannot issue refunds for late arrivals. Please shop for your class materials in advance!
Photography: We love to get pics and videos of our instructors and students in class and especially love to capture your projects when finished so that we can brag about you on our social media accounts! If you do not want to be filmed, just tell the staffer who pops in to take pics. We understand!

Please email crafthabitclasses@gmail.com with any questions. Thanks!

Skill Level:	Beginner
Skill Details:	No experience necessary.
Instructor:	Kelly McKay
Instructor Bio:	Kelly finds herself inexplicably drawn to arts and crafts with a hardcore element of strong catharsis. She loves to hit things with hammers and spray them with fire.

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