{"product_id":"hinged-cuff-bracelet-with-michele-throne-october-24-25","title":"Hinged Cuff Bracelet with Michele Throne: October 24 \u0026 25","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a beautifully designed cuff bracelet that stays comfortably in place—without constantly rolling around on your wrist! In this intermediate workshop, students will learn how to fabricate a unique hinged cuff bracelet featuring an alternative hinge design and a custom tension clasp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hinged focal point of the bracelet offers plenty of opportunities for creativity. Design a decorative metal element or, if you have previous stone-setting experience, incorporate a stone into your bracelet design. You'll learn how to combine fabrication techniques with thoughtful design to create a functional, comfortable, and one-of-a-kind piece of wearable jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is designed for students who already have soldering experience and feel comfortable using an acetylene torch. Students planning to incorporate a stone should also have previous stone-setting experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this workshop, students will learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to design a cuff bracelet for a comfortable and secure fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to measure and size a cuff bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to create an alternative hinge mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to fabricate and assemble a functional hinged bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to create and adjust a tension clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to solder and assemble multiple components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to incorporate a decorative metal focal point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional: How to incorporate a stone into the bracelet design for students with previous stone-setting experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to refine, finish, and polish a completed cuff bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease come to class with a few design ideas!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We recommend keeping your design relatively simple so you can focus on learning the techniques and have the best opportunity to complete your bracelet during the workshop. Remember—this is a learning experience, so avoid over-designing your project. You'll have plenty of opportunities to make the bracelet uniquely your own while building skills you can use in future jewelry designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday and Sunday, October 24 \u0026amp; 25 \u003c\/strong\u003efrom 9:30-5:30 each day. A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eges 18+ located at 100 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette 80026. You must be able to attend both days as no makeups will be given.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStudents: 3 minimum, 6 maximum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials kit fee is TBD and will be priced at current metal market rates at time of class. Because of the nature of this class, a kit must be purchased, but if you plan to use a stone, please bring your own stone and bezel wire\/tube settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a tube cutter and miter jog if you have it.  Please note: you will need enough metal for the back plate, which will be a little larger than your design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach student will work at their own dedicated jeweler's bench. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrerequisite: This is an intermediate class. You must feel comfortable to \u003cem\u003eindependently\u003c\/em\u003e work a flexshaft, jeweler's saw, and acetylene torch for soldering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe last day to cancel your reservation for a refund or transfer ($25 transfer fee applies) is September 24, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBy registering for a class at Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, you agree to our \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/silverpeakstudio.com\/pages\/cancellation-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecancellation policy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/silverpeakstudio.com\/pages\/f-a-q-for-classes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edress code for class, and studio rules.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the instructor, Michele Throne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichele’s first dip into metalsmithing started with a high school class. She then picked it back up after getting her BFA at Florida State University. She’s been a full time jeweler for 11 years, and has been teaching art since 1998 and metalsmithing since 2012. She has taught jewelry workshops for over a decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer deep love and appreciation for everything outdoors and love for people inspire her to create jewelry focused on nature and the human experience. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few of Michele's favorite things: rock climbing, unlikely animal friendship videos, and chai tea on her back deck on a summer morning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49726188847256,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/0636\/5848\/files\/Hinge_cuff_bracelet.jpg?v=1787346074","url":"https:\/\/silverpeakjewelryarts.com\/products\/hinged-cuff-bracelet-with-michele-throne-october-24-25","provider":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}