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Grand River Beads Welcomes Guest Silversmith
David Smith
July 10-11, 2010
9 AM - 4 PM
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Beginning Silversmithing with David Smith



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This class offers serious silversmithing lessons for serious jewelry-makers. Join Dave Smith for two six-hour days and learn the basics of silversmithing. We will create a lovely southwestern style pendant, but the lessons learned can be applied to any style. We will learn how to solder properly, when and where to use sheet metal, wire, solder, etc. PLUS the class includes a take-home DVD so that you can revisit the lessons at any time.  Space is limited and likely to sell out for this unique and rare learning experience. Take your jewelry to another level by learning from a professional silversmithing artist. Price includes all materials and use of tools.
 
$295.00
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Class review by Miranda Ackerley:

This was the greatest class and instructor EVER!
I went into this class thinking it would be very tedious, something fun to try, probably make something cool, but not anything I would try again.  My main objective was to learn about soldering without having to invest money in tools/materials I might never use again.

Dave is a great teacher. The class was non stop education.  It was a lot of info on selling, techniques, tips, etc.  Never did I feel rushed or bogged down. Dave took a great amount of time individually helping each of us.  Answering even unrelated questions.  He showed us ways to make silver smithing fast (big fan) and profitable.

I completed 2 projects, and felt confident enough to help a couple other students a bit.  I am in awe of my projects, and although they are not my usual aesthetic, I love them, and will now set up a space to do more pieces, combining the techniques I learned with some enameling techniques.

I can't rave about Dave enough.  He is so organized, calm, patient and funny.  He is safety concious and critiques your work by teaching you what you could do better.  He makes you feel confident in what you are doing.

If you get the chance, take his class.  I can't wait for the advanced ones.

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Contact Information
 
Phone: 440-331-4950
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Grand River Beads | 19361 Detroit Rd. | Rocky River | OH | 44116