S26ACB4-6 Advanced Cabochons
(10 weeks beginning April 6) 7:30-9:30PM.
Members only. Limit 7.
Instructor: Stacey Segal.
Tuition: M$100.
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S26BWM4-6 Wax Carving
(10 weeks beginning April 6) 7:30-9:30PM. Limit 10.
Learn how to make a wax model that will be cast into a piece of sterling silver jewelry. Open to new and experienced students. Students should have some ideas of what they want to make and bring pictures. The first night we will discuss duplicating and scaling from pictures.
Instructor: Don Schwarzkopf.
Tuition: NM$150/M$80.
Wax is provided; required tools may cost $15-$50 depending on items you may already have.
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S26BWR4-6 Wirewrap
(10 weeks beginning April 6) 7:30-9:30PM. Minimum 3, maximum 6.
Students will learn how to use different tools to make projects using sterling silver wire.
Instructor: Ellen Schwarzkopf.
Tuition: NM$150/M$80.
Materials fee (payable to the instructor) approximately $60 depending on the choice of projects.
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S26BFT4-7 Faceting
(10 weeks beginning April 7) 7:00-9:30PM. Limit 8.
Open to new and experienced students. New students will learn to facet cutting glass in one of the TLS Beginner patterns. Experienced students will work on special topics tbd with instructors.
Instructors: Steve Hansen and Karl Kobie.
Tuition: NM$145/M$105.
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S26BII4-7 Intarsia
(10 weeks beginning April 7) 7:30-9:30PM. Minimum 4, maximum 5.
Create a design using thin slices of colored stones.
Students should bring the Super Glue bottle that has a brush; stones will be provided at no extra cost.
Instructor: Adam Wechsler.
Tuition: NM $150/M $80.

S26ISI4-8 Intermediate Silver
(8 weeks beginning April  8) 9:30AM-12:30PM. Limit 8.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated ability to fabricate independently (as approved by instructor).
Learn fundamental silversmithing techniques and complete one or more projects, which could be a pendant, ring, or bracelet.
Instructor: Barry Messino.
Tuition: NM$190/M$100.
Materials fee (payable to instructor) approximately $60, depending on projects chosen.
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S26BSI4-8 Beginning Silver
(8 weeks beginning April 8) 1-4PM. Limit 8.
Learn basic silversmithing techniques and complete one or more projects, which could be a pendant, ring, or bracelet.
Instructors: Barry Messino and Lynn DiDonato.
Tuition: NM$190/M$100.
Materials fee (payable to instructor) approximately $60, depending on projects chosen.
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S26BCB4-9 Beginning/Intermediate Cabochons
(6 weeks beginning April 9) 9AM-Noon. Limit 7.
Learn how to cut and polish rounded gemstone shapes. Open to new students and those honing their skills in cutting and polishing cabochons. Non-members have priority. Members should send an email to our Registrar (registrar@lapidary.org) to request placement on a wait list and, if possible, will be enrolled one week before the class is to begin in the order requests are received. If the member is successfully enrolled, an invoice will be sent.
Instructors: John Chickadel and Lola Fields.
Tuition: NM$140/M$100.
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S26ACB4-9 Advanced Cabochons
(6 weeks beginning April 9) 1-4PM. Limit 7.
Members only.
Instructor: John Chickadel.
Tuition: $100.
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S26BCB4-9E Beginning/Intermediate Cabochons
(10 weeks beginning April 9) 7:30-9:30PM. Limit 7.
Learn to cut and polish rounded gemstones called ‘cabochons’. Open to new students and those honing their skills in cutting and polishing stones. Non-members have priority. Members should send an email to our Registrar (registrar@lapidary.org) to request placement on a wait list and, if possible, will be enrolled one week before the class is to begin in the order requests are received. If the member is successfully enrolled, an invoice will be sent.
Instructors: Joanne Morris and Jo-Anne Frazier.
Tuition: NM$140/M$100.
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S26BSI4-9 Beginning Silver
(8 weeks beginning April 9) 7:00-9:30PM. Limit 8.
Learn basic silversmithing techniques and complete one or more projects, which could be a pendant, ring, or bracelet.
Instructor: Barry Messino and Lynn DiDonato.
Tuition: NM$150/M$80.
Materials fee (payable to instructor) approximately $60, depending on projects chosen.
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S26GBB6-27  Beadmaking – Oldies but Goodies: (Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28) 9AM-5PM. Limit 9, Minimum 7.
Prerequisite: Some glass bead making experience.
Join a class of adventuresome bead makers to explore, experiment, and apply glass bead techniques that have their roots in the earliest years of the American bead making movement. Several retired beadmakers have even provided insider info and tips for reviving their techniques! Together we will learn about beadmakers from the past, their style and technique, and apply that knowledge to developing new creative applications in the flameworking studio. Jeri welcomes your input on areas of concern/interest. Students are invited to bring photos, books or websites that raise questions about particular soft glass styles and techniques.
Special Guest Instructor: Jeri Warhaftig.
Tuition: NM$360/M$290.
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S26GBB6-29 Borosilicate Chain Making
(One-day workshop, Monday, June 29) 9AM-5PM. Limit 9, Minimum 6.
Prerequisite: Some glass flameworking experience.
Are you curious about how to create boro chain or want to learn new chain links? Then this class is for you! In this class you will use a dual fuel torch, clear glass and very basic tools to make 4mm and 5mm boro chain links. Those with some chain making experience will pick up new tips and techniques. Links are great for earrings, to combine with metal chain or just to hang on to and admire! We won’t have time for every link style, but class will include a demo portion that reviews more advanced skills for future reference. Bring your questions and enthusiasm, chain making isn’t hard (and symmetry takes practice!). Class includes a take home “cheat sheet” and list of resources.
Special Guest Instructor: Jeri Warhaftig.
Tuition: NM$195/M$160
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S26BSR4-4 Scrap Silver Reclaim Workshop
(Half-day workshop, Saturday, April 4) Noon-5pm. Limit 4.
Turn your silver scraps into useable silver. Students will learn to clean and melt their scrap silver and pour into ingot molds. Then by using the rolling mill and draw plates they will form it into useable sheet or wire.
Instructor: Sheryl Dahl.
Tuition: NM$75/M$40.
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S26BFT4-11 Faceting Weekend Workshop
(Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12) 9AM-5PM. Limit 8.
For new and experienced students. New students will learn to facet cutting glass in one of the TLS Beginner patterns. Experienced students will work on special topics tbd with instructors.
Instructors: Steve Hansen, Christina Groff, and Josh Denny.
Tuition: NM$145/M$105.
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S26GSI4-11 Milagros Cuff
(Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12) 10AM-4PM. Minimum 7, maximum 10.
In Spanish, the word Milagro means miracle or surprise. They are small images, usually made of metal, that are traditionally used for religious, healing purposes in mainly Spanish speaking countries. Using these images, students will design and fabricate their own Milagro cuff bracelets with sheet brass, Silver wire, and Silver scrap. This project is a great way to enhance skills in sawing, forming, soldering, texturing, and finishing techniques. This course is suitable for students with a solid knowledge of soldering. By the end of the class, students will complete a series of Milagros and gain a deeper understanding of how metalsmithing can be used to tell stories and honor tradition through handmade objects.
Guest Instructor: Marthe Roberts/Shea.
Tuition: NM$275/M$205.
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S26GCL4-18 Fine Silver Metal Clay Seashell Pendant
(One-day workshop, Saturday, April 18) 9:30AM-4:30PM. Minimum 6, maximum 8.
In this workshop, students will use molds created from real seashells to create a pendant and/or earrings. They can choose to add a 1/2 drilled freshwater pearl accent to their pendant, and smaller sea life embellishments if they choose. All firing and finishing will be completed in class, students will leave with a finished piece of jewelry ready to wear! Guest Instructor: Monique Perry (http:www.moniquesartjewelry.com).
Tuition: NM$200/M$165.
Materials fee (payable to the instructor), approximately $110.

S26BJP4-19 Jewelry Photography
(Half-day workshop, Sunday, April 19) 1-4PM. Limit 10.
In this class, students will learn how to photograph cabochons, gems, jewelry, and other lapidary work for personal and professional purposes. We will experiment with both outdoor photography and utilizing a light box indoors.
Instructors: Jonathan Kam and Vincent DiAngelus.
Tuition: NM$55/M$30.

S26BHY4-25 Introduction to the Hydraulic Press
(Half-day workshop, Saturday, April 25) 12-3PM. Limit 4.
In this workshop, students will learn the basic operations of the electric hydraulic press. Techniques taught in this class will include how to use a pancake die, a silhouette die, and an impression die. Students who complete the class will end the day with components that can be used as elements in their jewelry designs. A materials kit will be provided.
Instructor: Stacey Segal.
Tuition: NM$55/M$30.
Materials fee (payable to the instructor) of $15.

S26ITW5-2 Intermediate Flamework
(Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3) 9AM-5PM. Limit 6.
This class is designed to enhance your beadwork skills. We’ll spend time discussing, demonstrating, and creating components that you can use later at the torch. Have you ever found yourself halfway through a bead and wished you had a decorative element ready? Let’s dedicate some time to encasing dicro, creating twists, pulling canes, and more. We’ll also make our own Murine canes and demonstrate that it’s not as challenging as it seems. As the class date approaches, we’ll be flexible and accommodate any special requests you may have. We will be using soft glass which is available at the center but feel free to bring your favorite glass and tool.
Instructors: Zasha Morales-José and Lisa Laffend.
Tuition: NM$200/M$130 (includes $50 fee for supplies and materials.
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S26BFT5-3 Introduction to Faceting – Rose Cut Gemstone Workshop
One-day workshop, Sunday, May 3) 9AM-5PM. Limit 6.
Learn to operate a mast-type faceting machine and some basic faceting principles. Students will cut and polish a one-sided Rose cut gemstone.
Instructors: Christina Groff and Alexandria Sun.
Tuition NM$100/M$65.
Materials fee, payable to the instructor, will depend on the materials selected.
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S26BCA5-9 Intro to Gemstone Carving
(One-day workshop, Saturday, May 9) 10AM-4PM. Minimum 5, Maximum 10.
We’re excited to welcome you to our second jade carving workshop, a special session inspired by the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac. In this hands-on class, participants will learn traditional carving techniques while creating their own jade horse carving, a symbol of strength, vitality, and forward movement. If you’ve taken our workshop before, you’re welcome to bring and reuse your original carving kit. If not—or if you’d like a fresh set—carving kits will be available for purchase, and jade stones are included in the workshop tuition. Whether you’re returning to refine your skills or joining us for the first time, this workshop is designed to be relaxed, creative, and rewarding for all experience levels.
Instructor: Lily Bieling.
Tuition: NM$85/M$50.
(Note:  carving bits kits available for $75, payable to the instructor).

S26BGI5-30 Gem ID
(One-day workshop, Saturday May 30) 10AM-3PM. Limit 8. Beginner/Intermediate Level. In this workshop, students will be given a brief introduction to geologic processes that form our favorite faceted gemstones, followed by a discussion of mineral physical and optical properties that help us identify gemstones, and finally we will have a hands-on session using the most common diagnostic instruments to try to solve the mystery of the unknown gem. Students are encouraged to bring a faceted stone of their choice to identify.
Instructor: John Chickadel.
Tuition: NM$75/M$40.

S26BVM5-31 Rustic Copper Bangle Infused with Silver
Half-day workshop, Sunday, May 31) 1-4PM. Limit 10.
Beginner friendly project. Texture a copper bangle, decorate with copper wire, and infuse with your silver scraps to make a one-of-a kind bracelet.
Instructor: Lynn DiDonato.
Tuition: NM$55/M$30.

S26BMM6-6 Marble Making
(Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7) 9AM-5PM. Limit 6.
For beginners and those with some marble-making experience. Learn to make perfect spheres at the torch out of clear and colored borosilicate glass.
Instructors: Tami O’Connell and Lisa Laffend.
Tuition: NM$200/M$130 (includes $50 fee for supplies and materials). A leather apron is required.
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S26GEP6-13 Filigree Plique-à-Jour Enameling:
(Four-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, June 13 &14 and Saturday & Sunday, June 20 &21) 10AM-5PM. Minimum 6, maximum 8.
Prerequisite: This is an advanced class. Student should have experience soldering and enameling. Note: This workshop will be presented over two consecutive weekends. In the first session you will learn to construct a filigree super-structure. The Plique-a-Jour technique to enamel these structures will be presented in the second session on the following weekend.

Filigree Structure Construction: Sat. & Sun., June 13 & 14. Learn to solder wire over a solid form to create the open cell filigree structure.
Instructor: Barry Messino
Filigree Structure Enameling: Sat. & Sun., June 20 & 21. Learn to apply enamel to open cells of a shaped structure.
Instructor: Joan Strott-Alvini (http://www.glassongold.com)
Tuition: NM$445/M$305.
Materials fee (payable to the instructor) of approximately $100.
Note: The material fee is based on a silver price of $100/oz. If the price of silver is significantly different, the materials fee will be adjusted to reflect the price changes.
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S26IFT6-27 Intermediate/Advanced Faceting Weekend Workshop: (Two-day workshop, Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28) 9AM-5PM. Limit 8.
Prerequisite: At least three TLS Faceting courses or workshops or permission from Instructors; students must be able to work independently.
For students prepared to work on an asymmetric/no pattern class project. After completion of the class project, individual faceting projects may be continued.
Instructors: Steve Hansen and Michael Holmes.
Tuition: NM$175/M$105.

Open Cabbing
10AM-4PM. Limit: 7.
Prerequisite: One TLS beginning cabbing class.
Fee: NM$60/M$50 per day.

Saturdays
Supervisor: Stacey Segal
S26OCB4-18 April 18
S26OCB5-2 May 2
S26OCB6-13 June 13
S26OCS6-20 June 20 

Mondays
Supervisor: Christy Potter
S26OCB4-13 April 13
S26OCB5-11 May 11
S26OCB6-8 June 8

Thursdays
Supervisor: John Chickadel
S26OCB-21 May 21
S26OCB5-28 May 28
S26OCB6-4 June 4
S26OCB6-11 June 11
S26OCB6-18 June 18
S26OCB6-25 June 25

Fridays
Supervisor: Joanne Morris
S26OCB4-10 April 10
S26OCB5-8 May 8
S26OCB6-12 June 12

Open Slab Saw
10AM-4PM. Members Only.
Prerequisite: Must be certified for slab saw use. May be taken concurrently with open cabbing.
Fee: $12 per hour on one slab saw.
You may sign up for more than one hour but be conservative – unused time will not be refunded.

Saturdays
Supervisor: Stacey Segal
S26OSS4-18 April 18
S26OSS5-2 May 2
S26OSS6-13 June 13
S26OSS6-20 June 20 

Mondays
Supervisor: Christy Potter
S26OSS4-13 April 13
S26OSS5-11 May 11
S26OSS6-8 June 8

Thursdays
Supervisor: John Chickadel
S26OSS5-21 May 21
S26OSS5-28 May 28
S26OSS6-4 June 4
S26OSS6-11 June 11
S26OSS6-18 June 18
S26OSS6-25 June 25

Fridays
Supervisor: Joanne Morris
S26OSS4-10 April 10
S26OSS5-8 May 8
S26OSS6-12 June 12

Open Jewelry Room
10AM-4PM. Limit 8.
Open for Metalsmithing/Soldering, Metal Clay, Enameling, Chasing and Repousse, or Hydraulic Press.
Prerequisite: One appropriate TLS Beginner workshop (approved by Supervisor).
Supervisor: Sheryl Dahl.
Fee: NM$50M$40 per day.

Mondays:
S26OJR4-13 April 13
S26OJR5-11 May 11
S26OJR6-8 June 8

Open Fusing
(Saturday and/or Sunday, April 25 & 26) 9AM-5PM. Limit 6.
Prerequisite: One TLS glass fusing class.
Supervisor: Jody Shaw or Lynn Bibolet.
Fee: NM$70/M$60 per day.

Saturday:
S26OGF4-25 April 25

Sunday:
S26OGF4-26 April 26

6:30 – 9:30 PM 
Prerequisite: One TLS silver class or equivalent (as approved by Supervisor).
Supervisor: Lynn DiDonato
Fee: NM$25/M$20 per day.

Wednesdays
Limit 5

S26OSI4-15 April 15
S26OSI4-22 April 22
S26OSI4-29 April 29
S26OSI5-20 May 20
S26OSI5-27 May 27
S26OSI6-17 June 17
S26OSI6-24 June 24

6:30-9:30PM.
Limit 5.
Prerequisite: One TLS beadmaking class.
Coordinator: Lisa Laffend. 
Fee: NM$30/M$25 per day.

Wednesdays

S26OTW4-15 April 15
S26OTW4-22 April 22
S26OTW4-29 April 29
S26OTW5-20 May 20
S26OTW5-27 May 27
S26OTW6-17 June 17
S26OTW6-24 June 24