{"product_id":"intermediate-five-day-intensive-metalsmith-workshop","title":"Intermediate Five-Day Intensive Metalsmith Workshop","description":"\u003cp\u003eWant to expand on your basic metalsmithing skills? Whether you are in it as a hobby or looking to make some money on the side or full-time, this class will provide you the skills to deepen your understanding of metalsmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will have your own workstation with all the necessary tools within the workshop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have room to accommodate six to seven students. There is a flex shaft station for cleaning up your ring at the end of class. We use acetylene torches which is what I learned on. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will be making three separate pieces. We will start with a statement ring. Next we will work on a cuff. The third piece will be earrings. I will guide you through adding accents, etching and\/or critters or plant life to your pieces. The photos I provided are examples of the designs you can make in this class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease bring your own mouth\/nose protection. I have a good ventilation system when soldering, but having a face mask or respirator is necessary when working with the flex shafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshop is \u003cstrong\u003eupstairs. \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you need to work downstairs, please reach out. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe cost of the class includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e30 hours of instruction \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003euse of my tools \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003efine silver bezel strip for stone setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejump rings for earrings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003estones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial not included. Here is what you need to order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI have put together a list of sterling silver sheet that is recommended for this class. Follow the link. You will most likely not need all of the silver in this list but you will be using enough of each gauge. You will have extra to take home. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riogrande.com\/wishlist\/?id=OK2DQxGGyGkx96Ey_F0D29AFA7198176FD8D651B585E98404\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.riogrande.com\/wishlist\/?id%3DOK2DQxGGyGkx96Ey_F0D29AFA7198176FD8D651B585E98404\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1780157483894000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw3EqjbF-OFSFfcKo6tXXw-B\" data-originalfontsize=\"inherit\" data-originalcomputedfontsize=\"16\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.riogrande.com\/\u003cwbr\u003ewishlist\/?id=OK2DQxGGyGkx96Ey_\u003cwbr\u003eF0D29AFA7198176FD8D651B585E984\u003cwbr\u003e04\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* Extra costs will apply if you want to purchase additional metal (market value) and if you need more than the number of stones provided.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 am — 3:30 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect to take a 30 minute lunch break around noon. Bring your lunch with you as the workshop isn’t close enough to restaurants for a 30 min lunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Address:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e11 Old Fruit Stand Lane, Tiger, Georgia 30576\u003c\/span\u003e. The workshop is located right off of old 441. Park in the back and come up the ramp inside. It’s a two story business that looks like a house. It’s white and is to the right of three smaller white houses that are also businesses. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is located in Tiger, Georgia which is a five minute drive outside of Clayton, GA. Tiger is a small and cute little town with mountain views all around. Clayton, GA has really good restaurants and places to stay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNearby airports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreenville\/Spartanburg International GSP - 1.45 hour drive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsheville Regional AVL -  2 hour drive (scenic drive!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International ATL - 1.45 hour drive (depending on traffic)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccommodations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReach out to me if I can help you with a single occupancy. My friend and business partner has an Airbnb right down the road from the shop that is super cute. Reach out to ameliagraceherb@gmail.com for that spot. If you want to camp or have an RV, look up River Falls At The Gorge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI find this link very useful for lodging, food and things to do in the area: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"Visitclaytonga.net\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evisitclaytonga.net\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/visitoconeesc.com\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you choose to cancel your spot 30 days or more prior to the class, you will be refunded 75% of the cost of the class. The class is non-refundable within 30 days of the scheduled class, unless I can find someone to fill your spot. You will still only receive 75% of the course fee, even if I can find someone to fill your place. I will refund you 100% if I need to cancel the class or reschedule to a date you can’t make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dirt road wares","offers":[{"title":"March 1st-5th 2027","offer_id":44802490105942,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/8323\/2854\/products\/DD1B17AA-D772-44C2-9706-E13DD6BBD2AE.jpg?v=1596655650","url":"https:\/\/dirtroadwares.com\/products\/intermediate-five-day-intensive-metalsmith-workshop","provider":"dirt road wares","version":"1.0","type":"link"}