Fusing 101: Sterling Silver, Argentium, and Gold. December 27 from 9:30-5:30. 2 spots left!

Create endless textures by bonding metal to metal; without solder! In this technique-based class, students will learn how to fuse not only sterling silver, but also argentium wire, as well as fusing 18K gold dust to argentium. Once fused, these textured sheets of metal can then be used for any piece of jewelry.  Design options will be discussed.  At the end of class, students will have created a 2 pairs of earrings and a pendant. We will cover: Differences in fine silver, argentium silver, and sterling silver Overview on gold Which gauges to fuse for fusing Metal preparation flux and brick selection Creating patterns with metal Fusing argentium Fusing 18K gold dust Patina and finish options: black max vs. Liver of Sulfur Details: Saturday, December 27 from 9:30-5:30 8 contact hours, ages 14+ at Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, 100 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette 80026 # students: 3 minimum, 6 maximum Materials kit fee: will be charged per gram based on metal markets at time of class. Material