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Have a curious object you’ve been dying to turn into jewelry? A pebble from a favorite hike? A mysterious trinket from your junk drawer? In this playful yet skill-driven workshop, you’ll learn to design and fabricate a contemporary pendant that includes a custom prong setting. Prong styles covered will include a partial bezel, a claw style, and back-soldered prongs. Bring your imagination, your soldering chops, and that special object you want to showcase. I’ll guide you through three prong-setting styles and help you transform your idea into a bold, wearable piece of art. After you have enrolled in the class, expect some handy-dandy handouts with additional information. You can expect to practice all pieces in copper. (Must have previous soldering experience.) Material Fee includes: Various solders, sheet and wire in copper and brass. Sterling sheet 1″x2″, and sterling 4″ of wire for prongs, 14,16,18g. Fine silver bezel strip as needed.
Class size 10
Level Intermediate and above
Student Supply List Bring several objects, such as stones, shells, alternative materials, etc to set. Students should keep studio safety in mind: closed-toed shoes, cotton clothing, hair back, and readers as needed. Please bring a snack and a beverage to keep you energized. Basic studio tools will be provided, but if you travel with your own, feel free to bring them.
Sue Moberly spent 30 years as an art educator in the Madison Metropolitan School District. Most recently, as the Metal and Glass teacher at Madison West High School. Several years ago, she decided to pivot toward offering Metalsmith classes to the general public in the surrounding areas.
I have felt the pull of the torch flame since my first Art Metal class at the UW-Madison, with Professor Emeritus Fred Fenster. After earning my degree, I immediately entered Art Education, and have since taught Kindergarten through College adult students. I treasure the bonds and relationships that can be made while creating art.
Torn Edge Arts is the business name I chose several years ago, while selling my silver jewelry at Art Fairs. I am drawn to the concept that each of us has struggled, healed, grown, and continues to seek strength. The kind of strength and beauty that is born from those little torn edges inside. My own silver work is often stressed, reticulated, and shows the contrast between exposed and finished.
I have met so many wonderful artists throughout this journey, and I currently serve as the President of the Wisconsin Metalsmith Guild. Teaching and learning with others is my passion.
Workshops
Class Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation of your workshop registration via email about a week prior to the class. If you do not have an email address, you will receive a snail-mail confirmation. Please check the online class listing for supplies to bring to class (there will also be a link to the Supply List in your class confirmation). Some supplies may need to be ordered well ahead of time.
Please note that your class registration will not be confirmed without full payment.
Please read your class confirmation carefully as it may include a supply list and other important details, and note our community standards on our Planning Your Workshop Experience page.
Materials Fees
Many classes have materials fees in addition to the tuition. These are identified in the class listing and are usually paid with the tuition payment; however, in some cases materials fees are paid directly to the instructor at class time (check the class listing).
Cancellation Policy
While we recognize that life intrudes and plans change, in consideration of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for classes, we must adhere to the following cancellation policies:
Student cancellations
> Cancellations made 30 days or more before the start date of the workshop are eligible for a 75% refund OR a gift certificate in the full amount. The gift certificate can be applied to workshops or lodging one year from the date of cancellation and is transferable.
> Cancellations made 29 days or fewer before the start date of the workshop are not eligible for refunds or gift certificates. We encourage all students to purchase trip insurance, which is available for a reasonable fee.
> Cancellation requests must be made by contacting our office at info@shakeragalley.org or (608) 987-3292.
> If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with your class and cancel less than seven days in advance of your reservation, a $50 cancellation fee will apply.
Cancellations by Shake Rag Alley
> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class for any reason, you will be notified via email or phone and will be eligible for a full refund or, if you prefer, a transferable gift certificate. You may also consider donating your refund to support our operations or scholarships.
If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with a class canceled by Shake Rag Alley, you may receive a full refund on lodging or gift certificate should you wish to cancel.
Waiting Lists
If a workshop you are interested in is sold out, please fill out this waiting list form. We will contact you if a spot becomes available. The class code requested on the form is the Workshop ID shown at left, beneath the Add to Cart button.
18 Shake Rag St.
Mineral Point, WI 53565
(608) 987-3292
