Silversmith Class at The Bead Studio
Celtic Byzantine Bracelet - Copper or Sterling
with John Connolly
Friday, January 24, 2025 | 9AM - 4PM
812 Henderson St, Rockport, TX 78382
$265 For Members, $295 For Nonmembers
Plus $30 Copper or $60 Sterling Silver Materials Cost
Celtic Byzantine Chain
In this 7-hour class you will make jump rings understanding aspect ratio and weaving chain creating a beautiful bracelet.
Materials fee depends on choice of metal - $60 Sterling Silver or $30 copper to be paid at time of class.
*Please note, if you have never worked in silversmithing the instructor requests that you stay within the parameters of the course. Please bring optical visors if you have them. Please, do not wear loose clothing, tie back long hair and wear closed toe shoes. Safety is always first!
There is a one hour lunch break
About the Instructor:
As the son of a certified master watch maker, jeweler, and stone setter, John began his journey at the age of 14 in his father’s shop. At age 24 he earned an Associate’s Degree in jewelry manufacturing, design, fabrication, casting, repair, diamond certification, and stone setting from GIA (Gemological Institute of America) in Santa Monica, California. John attended GRS Tools & Training in Emporia, Kansas where he earned certificates in basic, advanced, and firearms engraving. He studied with 2nd generation master jewelers in stone setting which included channel, pave and French cut settings. While at GRS he studied under master stone setters working with Gold, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel and Titanium. Attending Texas Engraving School in Houston he advanced his engraving skills.