Metalsmithing for Beaders

Instructor: Suzanne Crudden

Course Outline

Have you ever wanted to learn some easy tips and tricks on how to make unique metal components to incorporate in your work? Then 'Metalsmithing for Beaders' is for you!

In this workshop, rather than focusing on the technical aspects of professional metalsmithing we will focus on having some fun with metal. Students will learn elementary skills such as how to saw, pierce and solder metal as well as some simple decorative techniques. Our focus will not be project based but on methods that you will be able to practice at home with your own work.

Topics Covered:

Sawing/Piercing/Filing

Doming

Surface Treatments, Textures and Patinas

Acid Etching

Headpins

Polishing

Skill Level: Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Price: $180 (+HST), deposit or payment in advance required

Supplies: $50.00 (+HST). This kit fee is for brass and copper. Silver will be paid for separately based on the market price at the time.

Need to Bring: This is a six-hour, and you may wish to bring lunch. Coffee, tea, pop are provided.

To enroll in this class, please call 416.701.1373

or toll free 877.473.2323

(877.473.BEAD)

General Class Deposit Policy: Deposits are non-refundable. Notice given 5 days prior will be converted to store credit. Cancellation after that will forfeit the deposit.

Instructor Bio:

Suzanne Crudden found artistic expression and design intuitive from an early age. Now as an emerging designer in Toronto,
Suzanne is enjoying focusing her passion for the imagination in unique yet timeless jewellery.

Inspired by the exhilaration that ideas bring and the creative process that forms them in reality, Suzanne hesitates to limit
herself with boundaries. Influenced by her love of history, Suzanne’s work embodies classical elegance with a contemporary twist. She also enjoys letting a design take it’s shape naturally often resulting in organic and even literal shapes. Suzanne creates wearable pieces and custom designs using precious metals and gemstones. Her eclectic repertoire is an exciting addition to Toronto’s design community.

Suzanne’s academic journey began with degrees in Anthropology and Fine Art from the University of Toronto. In pursuit of combining history and art she enrolled in the George Brown Jewellery Program graduating in 2006. In April 2007 Suzanne opened Flux + Form Jewellery Studio & Boutique with fellow designer and friend Kim Drosdick. Together they specialize in providing their clients with hand-made and custom designed pieces as well as accommodating almost any jewellery-related request imaginable!