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Celtic Line Bracelet
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Celtic Line Bracelet: This chain maille weave has some depth to it but is relatively flat. Jump rings form circles within circles giving it a Celtic feel.  In this class, you will learn this weave and incorporate it into a bracelet.  Your choice of silver plated, antique brass or gun metal jump rings.

Date: 2/4 (Sat)
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Level: All Levels
Cost: $59.00 (includes materials)

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Basic Byzantine Bracelet
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Basic Byzantine Weave: You know it when you see it....the classic Byzantine weave. In this class you will learn this ornate weave and incorporate it into a bracelet. Your choice of silver plated, antique brass or gun metal jump rings. This is an intermediate class, so you should have experience with at least one other weave prior to taking this class.

Date: 2/11 (Sat)
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Level: Intermediate
Cost: $59.00 (includes materials)

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3-in-3 Weave Bracelet
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Basic 3-in-3 Weave Bracelet: The art of fashioning jump rings into chain goes back to the times of the Vikings. Today, the same techniques are used to make beautiful fine jewelry pieces.  In this introductory class you will learn about the materials/tools needed to create a basic 3-in-3 weave bracelet.  Class project will be created using silver plated jump rings.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost: $69.00 (includes all materials)

Introduction to Chain Maille
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Introduction to Chain Maille: The art of fashioning jump rings into chains goes back to the times of the Vikings. Today, the same techniques are used to make beautiful fine jewelry pieces. In this introductory class participants will learn about the materials/tools needed and the correct way to open/close jump rings.  All participants will leave with a SS 3-in-1 weave bracelet with gold filled bead accents.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs. 
Level: Beginner
Cost: $87.00 (includes materials for (1) 8" SS bracelet w/gold filled bead accents)
(Additional jump rings/beads to create bracelets longer than 8" are extra)
Crystal & Chain Maille Bracelet
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Crystal & Chain Maille Bracelet: Create a gorgeous bracelet that just sparkles!  This bracelet incorporates the art of chain maille along with basic stringing techniques. You will have your choice of crystal colors and sterling silver or silver plated jump rings. You'll want to keep this one for yourself.
Date: TBA
Time: 4 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost: $165.00 (bracelet made with sterling silver jump rings)
        $75.00 (bracelet made with silver plated jump rings)
Double Spiral Weave Bracelet
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Double Spiral Weave Bracelet:  Create the look of a classic rope chain.  Unlike the single spiral chain, the double spiral maintains it's twisted look without having to be twisted prior to closing the clasp.  Participants may choose to create a bracelet with either a ~1/4" or 3/8" width.  The difference in width is determined by the size of jump rings used.
Date: TBA
Time: 2.5 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost:
$145.00 for ~1/4" width
(includes class cost & materials for (1) 7.5" SS bracelet)

$195.00  for 3/8" width
(includes class cost & materials for (1) 7.5" SS bracelet)

(Additional jump rings to create bracelets longer than 7.5" are extra)
Orb Pendant & Earrings
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Orb Pendant & Earrings:  Create this beautiful sterling silver chain maille ensemble.  In this weave, both pendant and earrings contain an encapsulated bead.  Customize your pendant by choosing a Swarovski teardrop in your favorite color.  Wear your pendant on your own favorite cord/chain.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost: $125.00 (includes all materials for (1) pendant & (1) pair of earrings)
Full Persian Link Bracelet
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Full Persian: The Full Persian weave has a rounded profile with a hollow center. The hollow center allows you to string beads through the center of the piece. This weave will be worked into a sterling silver bracelet.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost: $165.00 (includes class cost & materials for (1) 7.5" SS bracelet)
(Additional jump rings to create bracelets longer than 7.5" are extra)
Basic Byzantine with Beads
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Basic Byzantine With Beads: In this class as you learn how to create a classic Byzantine weave, you'll also learn how to spice it up by adding beads.  This link will be worked into a sterling silver bracelet.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost: $150.00 (includes class cost & materials for (1) SS bracelet)
Jens Pind
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Jens Pind's Link:  This is a marvelous link to incorporate into a rich looking bracelet or neck chain.  Great for displaying a favorite pendant or for wearing on its' own.  Width of chain is approximately 1/4" in diameter.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost: $25.00 + materials
Celtic Visions with Beaded Accents Bracelet
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Celtic Visions with Beaded Accents Bracelet:  This weave incorporates the favorite Celtic Visions link along with your choice of sterling silver or gold-filled seamless beads.
Date: TBA
Time: 3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost: $25.00 + materials
Captive Inverted Round
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Captive Inverted Round:  This weave is part of the Orbital/Captive weave chain maille family.  Beads and jump rings are captured Inside the round profile of this weave.  Students will incorporate this weave into a sterling silver bracelet (with or without beads).
Date:   TBA
Time:  3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
V-Link with Beads Bracelet
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V-Link with Beads:  Learn how to make this delicate link in sterling silver with your choice of sterling silver or gold-filled seamless beads.  Students will incorporate this weave into a bracelet.
Date:   TBA
Time:  3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
Byzantine Rondo Bracelet
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Byzantine Rondo:  The Byzantine Rondo is a spin-off of the classic Byzantine link. Participants will work this chunky, dimensional link into a bracelet.
Date:   TBA
Time:  3 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
Box Chain Bracelet
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Box Chain:  Add some depth to your chain making skills with the Box Chain. Participants may incorporate this chain into a bracelet or necklace.
Date:   TBA
Time:  2.5 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials

Staggered Corduroy Bracelet
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Staggered Corduroy Bracelet: This dimensional weave incorporates crystal rondelles into the look.  Students will work this weave into a bracelet.
Date:   TBA
Time:  3 hrs.
Level: Intermediate
Cost:   $35.00 + materials
Gridbox Byzantine Bracelet
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Gridbox Byzantine:  If you're ready to take your chainmaking skills to the next level, this weave is for you!  This is a dimensional piece with a lot of texture and heft. Participants will begin work on a sterling silver bracelet.
Date:   TBA
Time:   2.5 hrs.
Level: All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
Circles & Spheres Necklace & Earring Set
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Circle & Spheres Necklace & Earring Set: 
This elegant necklace and earring set incorporates beads within the designer link. Great class for all levels - especially wonderful for beginners.

Date:   TBA
Time:  2 hrs.
Level:  All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials

Crystal Ribbon Chain Bracelet
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Crystals and Ribbon Chain:  This bracelet combines both polished sterling silver and Swarovski Crystals for an elegant look! It measures approximately 1" wide. 
Date:   TBA
Time:  3 hrs.
Level:  All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
Champagne Bubble Charm Bracelet
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Champagne Bubbles Charm Bracelet:  Gleaming with bubbly style, this bracelet features an open and airy look that lends itself well to being a fabulous charm bracelet.  Created in polished sterling silver, it makes a perfect gift for a daughter, friend or yourself!
Date:   TBA
Time:  2 hrs.
Level:  All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
Celtic Visions
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Celtic Visions:  Learn how to create this celtic inspired chain and turn it into a bracelet or necklace.


Date:   TBA
Time:  2.5 hrs.
Level:  All Levels
Cost:   $25.00 + materials
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