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We offer classes in all skill levels and all price points.  We teach locally at our Orlando studio.  Classes are offered for individuals or small groups with no additional cost! We try to stay flexible and work around your schedule so give us a call to arrange the perfect time for you!

Not in Orlando?  We’ll come to you! We’re happy to arrange for private classes almost anywhere in Florida or ask your local bead store to have us come for a visit!

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Book of Dreams Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45, kit $20 Max students: 5

Capture your dreams and secrets between textured metal covers and wear them close to your heart.   Inside is a resin coated page of dreams.   This class will show you how to work with metal in a new way.   Cutting, rolling textures, stamping, using micro screws as cold connections, and making jump rings are all handy techniques to learn if you like mixed media jewelry.  Learn to use resin to capture images and small objects on a printed page inside and finish it off with richly colored reclaimed sari silk and chain.

Magic Weave Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $65 plus $35 kit Max students: 6

Come spend the day with metal clay like you’ve never seen it before! Sheet clay can be used in so many different ways, and in this class we’ll be cutting, layering and weaving with it to create a unique woven pendant.  We’ll also work with lump clay to create a beautiful frame and bail.  After firing we’ll tumble, polish and patina to finish your creations!

Thunder Cuff Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $35, kit is $15 Max students: 5

Cuff yourself with this beautiful and trendy bling cuff bracelet. Crafted in German silver artistic wire with pewter bead caps, crystals and a clasp, this bracelet is similar to the ultra popular Chan-Luu style wraps but with a unique twist!   This class will teach you wire working techniques and how to create your own elegant wire clasp that can be used in other jewelry designs as well.  Come spend a few hours, have fun and make a fabulous bracelet!

Sweat Soldering Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45 plus $10 kit Max students: 10

Sweat soldering is a great skill to add to your jewelry making toolbox.  It can help add a new level and dimension to your pieces.  In this introductory class you’ll learn how to use sweat soldering to connect elements together and then use doming, texturing and riveting to craft an original pendant.

Introduction to Cold Connections Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45 plus $10 kit Max students: 10

Welcome to the fantastic world of cold connections! In this beginner class you’ll learn how to use hole punching, riveting, hammering, metal stamping and wire techniques along with inexpensive materials such as nickel silver, copper and wire to create your own unique cold connect pendant.

Journey Pendant Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $65 plus $40 kit Max students: 7

Using silver metal clay, unique papers, resin and your imagination you can learn to create this fanciful steampunk-style pendant. I’ll show you how to roll, texture and shape each piece, join them together, and then sand and prep for firing in a kiln. After firing you’ll tumble, polish and patina the piece and add your insert and resin.  You’ll learn how to prep papers and photos for resin along with how to apply and cure resin quickly with no bubbles or discoloring!

Cold Connect Ring Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45 plus $10 kit Max students: 10

Have you always admired those funky rings in the beading magazines but weren’t sure how they did that? Then this is the class for you! Come join us to learn how to create a one-of-a-kind ring and learn a variety of cold connect, shaping and texturing techniques while you’re doing it.  Students will create 1 finished ring with a sterling silver band and mixed metal components.

Introduction to Lampworking Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $105 plus $15 kit Max students: 2

Have you always wanted to try your hand at lampworking?  This is the class for you!  We’ll learn all about the basics of working on a torch, safety concerns and basic techniques for making borosilicate glass beads.  Learn to work with different tools, types of glass and simple patterns. I leave lots of time to create and experiment.  We’ll also cover annealing and cleaning of beads.  A great way to get started with glass working!

Micro Shamballa Bracelet Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $25 plus $10 kit Max students: 10

Shamballa bracelets or Tibetan prayer bracelets have been around for ages and are super hot and trendy right now.  Learn to create a unique micro version of these stylish bracelets with crystal accents. You’ll learn how to end your bracelet with a delicate sterling toggle, making it easier to close and eliminating the extra dangling threads.

Triple Wrap Chan-Luu Style Bracelet Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $25 plus $15 kit Max students: 10

These fabulous little bracelets are showing up everywhere!! Do you love the look but cringe at the hefty price tags? Then join us for a relaxed afternoon of beading while you learn to create your own wrapped bracelet.  You’ll learn fast and easy techniques to craft your own triple wrap bracelet and how finish it off with a handcrafted fine silver button.  Once you know the basics the design possibilities are endless!

Viking Knit 101 Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45 plus a $12 kit Max students: 10

Come join us to learn this unique yet easy form of wirework! Classic in design with many design options, Viking Knit is a must for your jewelry crafting toolbox.  Students will work with silver artistic wire and tools to create their own finished bracelet.  Kit includes all tools, wire, toggle and endcaps.  Lampwork focal is not included but they will be available in class for purchase.

Bling Cuff Bracelet Skill: Open to all Length: 2 hours Fee: $22 plus kit

Learn how to make the incredibly popular and stylish ladder bracelets.  In this class we’ll be creating a cuff-style bracelet using thunder polish crystal, pewter and waxed cotton cord.  Once you know the technique the sky is the limit.  Make multi-wrap Chan-Luu style bracelets, anklets & necklaces! Kits are $7-10 each.  Additional supplies available for purchase in class to make more.

Tinning Techniques Skill Level: Open to all. Fee: $65 plus $15 kit

As the price of precious metal rises, many are switching to mixed metals for jewelry ideas. This class will teach you to apply “tinning” to the surface of copper and give it the look of silver or pewter.  Making a nest or bezel of copper wire, you will “tin” that as well to use as a setting for a dichroic cab or lampwork focal.  Metal stamping and tube rivets finish the accents on this creative technique.

Kit includes copper base, dichroic cabochon, copper wire, tube rivets, tinning solder and the use of instructors fabricating tools and supplies.

Silver Soldering Basics Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $45 plus $30 materials (sterling)

Learning to solder will add another dimension to your jewelry making skills.   In this class we will practice the technique of soldering sterling silver jump rings together using paste solder and a micro torch to create your own sterling silver bracelet.  Learn about torches & safety, flux, pickling, and the different types of solder available.  After you complete your soldering, learn how to smooth your joints, tumble and polish your piece. This technique can also be used to make your own custom chain or do quick and easy repairs on your jewelry.

Molded Bronze Pendant & Earrings Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

This class combines the fun and ease of bronze metal clay with 2 part mold making.  You get to choose from a variety of vintage buttons to create your own rubber mold.  When the mold is ready we’ll use bronze clay and your mold to make a beautiful  pendant and earrings.  You’ll learn all you need to know to work and fire bronze clay as well as make molds of your favorite found objects.

Bronze Hollow Lentil Pendant Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $75

A great way to step into the world of bronze clay or learn a new skill for your toolbox as we roll, texture and shape bronze metal clay to create a stunning hollow lentil bead pendant.  You’ll learn all you need to know to work and fire bronze clay as well as working with hollow forms.

Affirmation Cuff Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $110 Wear your positive vibes on your wrist! Learn to work in both copper and silver metal clay to create this personalized affirmation cuff bracelet.  After learning how to prepare and roll each clay type, you’ll texture and shape each link and then engrave each with your favorite words and affirmations.  Every great piece of jewelry needs a great clasp and you’ll learn how to create your own unique toggle too!  Students will learn how to prepare their pieces for firing and then will fire, polish and patina their links.  Lastly you’ll use copper jump rings to assemble your own affirmation bracelet!

  Lovely Lentils Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

Learn a variety of metal clay techniques while creating your own hollow lentil earrings complete with a little “bling.”  Learn to roll, texture and shape 2 hollow lentils as well as how to set CZs in each for a little sparkle and shimmer.  Students will learn how to dry and work silver metal clay while leather hard to prepare for firing along with learning how to fire, polish and patina their pieces.  The addition of a delicate sterling silver chain and sterling earwires completes this pair of unique earrings!

Framed! Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $110 in silver, 90 in copper or bronze

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and now you can wear them all for the world to see with this picture pendant.  This class will take you through a variety of metal clay techniques from prepping your clay to cutting, rolling, and engraving.  After learning proper firing techniques you’ll fire, polish and patina your frame pieces. Next you’ll get the opportunity to stamp and hammer your copper backplate and learn how to use simple cold connections to assemble your pendant.  When complete you’ll be able to wear your pendant and change the picture when the mood strikes.  *Students must provide photo image, ½ by ¾ inches with a ¼ margin.

Earrings In An Hour Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $55

Learn the basics of rolling, texturing and shaping metal clay while making these fun, sexy pure silver earrings in just about an hour.  You’ll fire, polish and patina your pieces before attaching the delicate sterling chain and earwires.

Cha-Cha Charms Bracelets Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

Sexy, flirty and fun are just some of the ways to describe this bracelet!  Learn the basics of rolling, texturing and shaping silver metal clay while making your own pure silver charms. Then you’ll make your own one-of-a-kind toggle. After learning how to fire, polish and patina your pieces you’ll assemble them on a delicate sterling chain.  For the final touch you’ll choose from a selection of wrapped crystal dangles to add just a touch of color and sparkle to complete your bracelet.

Hollow Beads With Slab Construction Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

Step into the world of Bronz clay by using slab construction techniques while creating these fun and unique beads. Imagine the possibilities. Create hollow beads of all shapes and sizes! Learn to work with and fire Bronz clay while designing your own beads. Pieces can be picked up the following day. Free firing of your bronze for 6 mths after class date.

Silver Metal Clay Stack Ring Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $95

Everyone loves rings and now you can make your own pure silver stack ring with CZ’s. We’ll work with some of the latest and greatest in metal clay findings with ring liners and embeddable settings and learn some great techniques to help simplify the ring making process.   You’ll learn everything you need to know to work and fire silver clay and use some of the hottest new metal clay findings too.

Switch-A-Roo Bracelet Topper Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

Change your look with this fun interchangeable bracelet design.  You’ll learn a variety of metal clay techniques while making your own metal clay chain links, charms and a story bar!  You’ll learn all you need to know to work and fire silver clay and  how to connect bracelet “links” to create your own one of a kind interchangeable bracelet.

Hollow Lentil Focal Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $95

Another great way to try out PMC or learn a new skill! Find out what PMC is all about as you make this 2-sided hollow lentil bead. I’ll show you how to roll, texture and shape each piece, join them together, and then sand and prep for firing. We’ll cover all the different ways to fire your pieces and after its fired, you’ll learn how to tumble, polish and patina your bead, then add a large jump ring to hang it from!

What’s Your Inspiration? Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $85

This fun pendant is a great intro to metal clay. We’ll show you how to roll, texture and shape each piece, add inspirational words of your choice, drill holes and then sand and prep for firing in a kiln. When it’s done we’ll tumble, polish and patina the pieces, and assemble the finished pendant! Show off this fun pure silver pendant or give it as a gift to someone you love!! Come show us your inspiration and bring along some friends for a 10% discount.

Flirting With Metal Clay Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $65, clay additional Thinking of adding some new “tools” to your jewelry designing toolbox? Not sure if metal clay is for you?  Then come and “flirt” with this exciting and innovative medium.  Learn about the properties of metal clay, creating your metal clay toolbox and then jump right in with rolling, texturing and shaping to create your own pendants, earrings and charms, even making your own toggles and components for jewelry.  We’ll also cover firing schedules and finishing techniques such as polishing and patinas!

Come join us for this 2.5 hour class and get your feet wet in the world of metal clay! Flirting With Metal Clay is only $65 plus the cost of clay, available for purchase at the time of class. Parties of 3 or more receive a 10% class discount too, so bring along a couple of friends and make it an afternoon out!

Metal Clay Basics Skill Level: Open to all Fee: $125 plus cost of clay Ready to jump into the world of metal clay with both feet? Then its time to let your imagination soar and learn to create your own silver or bronze pendants, charms, and components!   Our basics class takes all the techniques used in the flirting class a step further and includes making bezels and bails and setting CZ’s.  You’ll also add to your metal clay skill set by learning how to reconstitute clay and make repairs to your pieces when needed!

Metal Clay Basics includes: Properties and storage of metal clay Toolbox Rolling, texturing, shaping, layering and cutting Setting CZ’s and making bezels and bails Drying, sanding and drilling holes Firing schedules and techniques Polishing and patinas Reconstituting and mending repairs

This full day class is $125 plus the cost of clay, available for purchase at the time of class.  Private classes are available, and parties of 3 or more receive a 10% discount.

About the instructor: A self-described “craft waiting to happen” Paula has been an artist and instructor in a variety of mediums from wood carving to painting throughout her entire life. Over 6 years ago she became intrigued with the concept ofsi lver clay and decided to give it a try. She was immediately addicted to metal clay art and within 2 months she earned her Rio Grande PMC Certification with Tim McCreight.  She began teaching others the “magic” of metal clay and never looked back. Paula’s enthusiasm, good humor and her passion for both metal clay and teaching make for the perfect combination of learning while having fun and have made her a student favorite wherever she teaches. Her work continues to evolve as she expands into new techniques and mixed mediums, and she is now working extensively with Bronz and copper metal clay.   Currently Paula can be found working on not one but 2 additional certifications and expanding her growing line of handcrafted charms, pendants and toggles.  In addition to being an instructor throughout the eastern United States,  she also co-owns One Sweet Bead with her daughter Stacey, a lampwork artist. Her blog, Bluejack Oak, is a great resource for all things metal clay.

Contact stacey@onesweetbead.com or 407-808-7728  for more information or to schedule a class today!!