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Kiln Enamelling (A Cloisonne Pendant) *New longer time*
Sunday, October 2nd, 12pm-4pm
$95/Member, Max 4

Material kit $60

This exciting process will show you how to add detail and separation of colours on your metal after applying a transparent coat of enamel to give your piece a whole new depth. This technique will leave you wanting to learn more. Very useful skill to add colour and detail to your piece as you explore molten glass.

Material Kits will include:

- 1.5" x 1.5" 22Ga piece of fine silver sheet
- 1ft of fine silver flat wire for cloisonne
- 1.3mm drill bit
- 18Ga sterling silver jump ring

Please contact Adam to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com 

Lapidary Basics
Friday, October 7th, 11am-5pm
$80/member, Max 4
Materials included

Want to see what it takes to cut your own stones? For this workshop I will take you through the steps from starting off cutting your shape on the trim saw to final polish. I will also show you a short cut to making round cabochons...
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Spinner Ring
Saturday, October 8th, 10am-3pm
$125/Member, Max 4
Materials Included
In this class, you will be making a sterling silver band ring with a bronze spinner to take home. While making this ring you will learn to use dapping punches in the making of this ring.
Please contact Adam directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Stacking Rings
Sunday, October 9th, 10am-1pm  
$95/member, Max 3
You will be making 3 sterling silver rings to take home with you to wear all together or individually. Various finishes and textures will be shown and discussed. All tools required will be provided.

Please contact me directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Rolling Ring
Sunday, October 9th, 3pm-7pm  
$125/member, Max 3
Materials included
You will be making a sterling silver rolling band ring to take home. This is the kind of ring that consists of 3 separate bands that roll over one another while on your finger. Great ring to fidget with :) 
**Special Note: If you would like to take both of these classes and make a day of it, I will drop the cost to $195 per person. Please mention when registering.**  
Please contact me directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Square Knot Ring *(New Class)*
Tuesday, October 11th, 2pm-5pm
$95/Member, Max 4
Materials included
You will be making a sterling silver square knot ring to take home. This is the kind of ring that looks like the metal has been tied in a square knot on the front of your finger. A great looking illusion of a ring that you will enjoy making as much as wearing. All tools required will be provided.
Please contact Adam directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Build Your Own Prong Setting (*New Class*)
Friday, October 21st, 6pm-9pm
$95/ Member, Max 4
Materials Included
This type of setting will give you a bit of a break with creativity :) This is an alternative setting that can be used for not only cabochon stones but also irregular shaped items like small ammonites. You will be using your creativity to build a setting that will allow you to see more of your stone than a bezel setting. You will be challenged but excited at the possibilities!
Bring something you would like to wear as a pendant. There will also be stones available for purchase.

Please contact Adam directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Open Back Pendant Setting (*New Longer Time*)
Saturday, October 22nd, 10am-2pm
$95/Member, Max 4
This is an alternative setting that can be used for a cabochon stone. This kind of setting will be ideal for larger stones that you might not want to cover the back with silver. You will build a setting that allows you to see more of your stone than a traditional bezel setting. You will be challenged but excited at the possibilities! Please bring your own cabochon to set (There will be options available as well for purchase.)
Please email Adam to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com

The 3 T's of Soldering (Theory, Tips and Tricks) 
Tuesday, October 25th, 2pm-5pm 
$80/Member, Max 3 
Soldering has a few basic rules, but you need to know them well. After that, it's all heat control. I will be providing you with a few different types of solder to play with along with a few different samples to produce, to help you practice this very important skill. A handout will be provided for your future reference. 

 Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com

Ring w/ Cab Setting (*New Class*)
Saturday, October 29th, 10am-4pm
$125/Member, Max 4
Materials included
You will be making a sterling silver ring with a cabochon stone setting. This will be a challenging class but still doable for a beginner.
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com (mailto:merkury.metals@gmail.com)

Lapidary Basics
Sunday, October 30th, 11am-5pm
$80/member, Max 4
Materials included

Want to see what it takes to cut your own stones? For this workshop I will take you through the steps from starting off cutting your shape on the trim saw to final polish. I will also show you a short cut to making round cabochons...
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com