* Class Particulars~

• Basic tools for Polymer classes are: Pasta machine w/4" C clamp (not the one that comes with the machine), smooth work surface, tissue blade, needle tool, ruler, scraper tool, plexi roller.
• Basic tools for Wire or Earring classes are: Flush wire cutters, round nose and chain nose pliers.
• Tools for Intermediate Wire: Flush Cutter, round nose, flat nose, chain nose pliers, flat nose, chasing hammer, workcloth, Ball Pein hammer, ruler, steel block with shock pad.
• Class size is limited. Payment due upon registration.
• Materials are not included in classes unless otherwise noted.

Tehachapi Class Schedule ~435 West J Street
Tools are available for rent $3- $5

Jewelry Design w/ Klew $35 per session
Jan 7th, Jan 28th or Mar 10th 10:00-12:00
You will learn professional stringing/finishing techniques, working with beading wire,  hard wiring for a pendant, chain fringe drops which will in turn teaches you wire basics. Beading Chain is a wonderful addition to your jewelry repertoire as it is versitle in jewelry making and so easy to use.
Materials: beads, focal, assorted caps, accents, crystals, leaf chain, crimps, covers, guards, thin headpins, 18g wire, ear wires, basic wire tools and crimp tool, 2-5" beading chain, crimp eyes, bead pair, curb chain-optional . This class will give you the skills in several areas to create many styles for years to come.

Kaleidoscope Caning w/Klew $55
Sunday, Jan 8th 11:00-3:00
Learn how to create the intricate designs.
Materials: Basic Poly tools, ruler, work surface, Conditioned assorted clay colors should include black & 1 lg white and a minimum of four others of your choice. Skinner blends will be used in the cane so you may bring any you may have on hand or make some sheeted to bring to class. 3oz min each.

Introduction to Bronze Clay
w/ Judie Mountain~ $115
Class fee includes overnight firing
Saturday, Jan. 21st 10:00am-4:00pm
class min:4 ~ max:8
Materials: Bronze Clay ,non stick work surface, ruler, soft sm rd. brush, craft knife, polyblade, burnish tool, flat sm, bristle brush, files. All materials available in our store. All other misc supplies provided for class use by instructor. Long Day- bring your lunch!
Judie Mountain is a world class artist and is known for her innovative jewelry design and color sense. She is a pioneer in bronze clay and is nationally acclaimed for her unique style and clean designs...as a Special Guest Artist we welcome her to our humble classroom to teach and inspire us in this wonderful versitle medium.

Bronze Clay~ Finishing Techniques w/Judie $65
Sunday, Jan 22nd 11:00am-1:00pm
Learn how Judie & Wayne create their specialty finishes and explore how other mediums effect finished metal clay pieces. Lab fee: $12

Freeform Wire Cuff Bracelet w/ Klew $35
Saturday, Feb 11th 10:00am - 1:00pm
Materials list upon registration: Intermediate Wire Tools, assorted beads, charms or any sentimental pieces from home you'd like to incorporate.

Chain Maille & Jewelry Workshops TBA
End of Feb w/ Anne Mitchell
call Klew for details

Roman Coil Bracelet w/Klew $18+
Saturday ~ March 3rd 10:00 -1:00 pm
This unique and flexible bracelet comes from designs dating back 5 centuries to the roman era yet is timeless in its design. Materials: Intermediate Wire tools, 10-12'/ 18 or 20 g wire dead soft. Hand strength is important for 18g wire. Wire experience helpful but not necessary.

Handmade Chain w/ Klew $28
Sunday, March 4th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Discover how much fun you can have when you create your own chain! Materials: Intermediate Wire tools, 1 spool 18g or 20g craft or precious metal wire.

Ridgecrest

Check store for details or sign up for special request classes!

• Are you part of a guild?
• Interested in having me come teach for you?
• All you need to do is call or email for inquiries
  661-823-1930

my email is: klew at klewexpressions.com just make the "at" an @ in your email field.