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How to Register
Phone: 519-747-2479 or Cell: 519-496-4610 (Waterloo, Ontario)
Email: mg@marilyngardiner.com
Class size is limited to 8 students. Avoid disappointment—register now!
Pay for the class with Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, PayPal, or check.
About Me
I teach chainmail and beading classes in Canada and the United States—in large convention centres, at stores, in homes —anywhere interested people can meet to learn new techniques or projects. I enjoy teaching, and I'm a certified teacher with many years of experience teaching adults.
The Classes
- Many of these classes offer a choice of sterling or copper versions. Given the current high prices for silver, this is my attempt to make the projects affordable for more students. it is also a response to the current fashion trends for copper jewelry.
- All classes emphasize careful work habits and professional-looking work. We discuss how to locate related sources & resources, and we think about creative options for future projects that build on the skills you are learning.
- Kits include step-by-step instructions that are clearly illustrated with photos.
- Chain mail class kits contain saw-cut, hardened, sterling silver or copper jump rings that we make and carefully polish.
- In chain mail classes I supply pliers (designed for chainmail) for your use. This is an opportunity to try out a variety of pliers. Of course you may bring your own if you wish!
Optional
You will note below that added pendants and charms are optional. This is for two reasons—to allow for choices beyond what I will bring to class, and to provide a more affordable project for more people.
Class Levels
Beginner means just that—I assume that you have never done a chain mail project.
Beginner Plus means that you have previously completed a chain mail project
Intermediate means that you have previously completed a couple of chain mail projects.
Advanced means that you have previously completed several chain mail projects.
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Sun. Feb. 1, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Captive Round Bracelet or Necklace (Beg. Plus)
This project focuses on capturing beads inside a chain—with NO wires! Make a bracelet or a necklace. The sterling silver bracelet features shiny copper beads peeking through the round weave of the chain. The copper necklace shows shiny silver beads imprisoned within the chain.
The silver kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling jump rings, copper beads and a sterling toggle clasp.
The copper kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, copper jump rings, silver coloured beads and a copper toggle clasp.
The silver bracelet length is up to 9 inches; and the copper chain length is up to 21 inches. All rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $114 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $74 for Copper Necklace class & materials
Optional Extra: Add $7 for shiny copper ivy leaf pendant w/ rings (copper-plated over a real leaf)
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Sun. Feb. 1, 2009: 11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Charming Byzantine Bracelet (Beginner, All Levels)
Use heavy gauge sterling silver jump rings to create a wonderful Byzantine bracelet designed especially for adding charms or drops. Learn the classic Byzantine chain mail weave, a weave with many potential variations.
Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, sterling silver jump rings in 3 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, sterling toggle clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs. Charms are optional extras.
Fee: $108 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Optional extras: Sterling heart charms $2.40 ea; $20/10
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Mon. Feb. 2, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Parallel Weave Cuff Bracelet (Beginner Plus)
Multiply the power of another classic! Three strands of Parallel weave are combined to create a dramatic cuff bracelet. Make it in sterling silver or in a copper/sterling combination.
The silver kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling jump rings and a sterling toggle clasp. (Bracelet is 0.8 inches wide.)
The combo kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, copper jump rings, Argentium™ sterling jump rings and a copper toggle clasp. (Bracelet is 1 inch wide.)
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $153 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $95 Copper/Sterling Bracelet class & materials
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Mon. Feb. 2, 2009: 11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Orchid Weave Bracelet (Beginner, All Levels)
Delicate, elegant, and feminine are words that come to mind when you see this exquisite bracelet. Available in Argentium™ sterling or in copper. An easy introduction to chainmail.
The kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, jump rings (Argentium sterling silver or copper) and an unusual toggle in sterling or copper. Makes up to a 9” bracelet.
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $112 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $69 for Copper Bracelet class & materials
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Tues. Feb. 3, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Dragonscale Cuff Bracelet (Advanced)
This is a stunning bracelet that makes a definite statement! Another name for this one is Mermaid’s Mesh. It is heavy (well over 2 troy ounces in silver), It’s intricate, dense, and flexible—think how scales overlap and expand and contract. It’s one of the most beautiful chainmail weaves! Make it in sterling silver or in copper.
The silver kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling jump rings and a special sterling toggle clasp. (Bracelet is 1 inch wide.)
The copper kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, copper jump rings in and a special copper toggle clasp. (Bracelet is 1 inch wide.)
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $200 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $90 for Copper Bracelet class & materials
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Tues. Feb. 3, 2009: 11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Vertebrae Weave Bracelet (Beginner, All Levels)
Create an exquisite, flat, slinky bracelet with a special toggle. Available in Argentium™ sterling or in copper.
The kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, jump rings (Argentium sterling silver or copper) and an unusual toggle in sterling or copper. Makes up to a 9” bracelet.
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $129 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $70 for Copper Bracelet class & materials
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Wed. Feb. 4, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Byzantine Star Pendant Necklace (Intermediate)
This is an unusual Byzantine Star pendant necklace. Wear it as it is, or highlight one of your special beads by connecting it to the base of the star. Make it in sterling silver or in copper.
The silver kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, Argentium™ sterling jump rings and a sterling lobster clasp.
The copper kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, copper jump rings and a copper toggle clasp.
The chain length is up to 21.5 inches, and the star pendant is 1.5” in diameter. All rings are saw-cut and polished.
The special hanging beads are NOT included.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $152 for Sterling Necklace class & materials
Fee: $73 for Copper Necklace class & materials
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Wed. Feb. 4, 2009: 11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Mobius Ball Bracelet (Beginner, All Levels)
This is a beautiful bracelet that links sterling mobius balls with 2-in-2 chain. An easy introduction to chainmail jewellery. This versatile weave lends itself well to the creation of necklace and earring designs.
Kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, sterling silver jump rings in 2 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, anti-tarnish tabs and a sterling toggle clasp.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $98 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
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Thurs. Feb. 5, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Viperscale Bracelet (Advanced)
This is an exceptional bracelet with presence. Woven from heavy gauge silver rings, the bracelet appears to be curved, thick in the centre and thin at the edges. A slider clasp will be included in the kit.
Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, sterling silver jump rings in 2 sizes for up to 9” bracelet, sterling slider/tube clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $123 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
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Thurs. Feb. 5, 2009:11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Double Spiral Bracelet (Beginner)
Make a chain mail bracelet with a toggle closure in sterling silver or in a heavier gauge of copper. This weave, double spiral, has a rope-like appearance and feels nice and solid on your wrist.
Kit includes printed & illustrated instructions, jump rings (sterling silver or copper) in 2 sizes, sterling or copper toggle clasp, and anti-tarnish tabs.
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $103 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $64 for Copper Bracelet class & materials
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Friday Feb. 6, 2009: 9:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Foxtail Weave Bracelet (Intermediate)
How sophisticated! The chain is round and flexible. The focal in the sterling bracelet is a dichroic lampwork bead enhanced with specially selected sterlingbeads; the focal in the copper bracelet is a stone bead framed with copper beads.
The kit includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions, a focal bead, jump rings (Argentium sterling or copper and wire to wrap the focal bead, metal beads, and a heavy toggle.
There are sufficient rings for a 9 inch bracelet; and all rings are saw-cut and polished.
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $127 for Sterling Bracelet class & materials
Fee: $71 for Copper Bracelet class & materials
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Friday Feb. 6, 2009:11:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Chinese Knot Necklace or Earrings (Beginner)
This is a delicate, yet elegant, 17 inch necklace. Silver knots are linked together to make an outstanding chain.
Alternatively, you could choose to make a pair of drop-dead earrings in this weave, each accented with five Swarovski crystals on sterling headpins.
The necklace kit Includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions and Argentium™ sterling silver jump rings The necklace has a sterling toggle clasp and makes a 17” necklace.
The earring kit includes sterling earwires, headpins, and 10 bicone crystals (color choices).
All tools supplied for class use. Optional: eyeglasses or magnifiers, task light (Ott), personal tools.
Fee: $115 for Sterling Necklace class & materials
Fee: $64 for Sterling Earrings class & materials
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