Class #101 Traditional Wire Wrapped Cabochon Pendant

In this class, students will learn how to create a gorgeous wire wrapped pendant, using square copper wires and traditional wire wrapping techniques. This class is for the very beginner student who has never wire wrapped before, or students who have minimal wire wrapping experience. It’s great also for those who want a refresher!
This versatile pendant harness is easy to adapt to stones of many shapes and sizes. In this class, we will be using an oval or teardrop shaped stone and creating a petite pendant with a lot of statement!


​​​Classroom size max 4
Venue:  Zoom Virtual Classroom
See Calendar for dates and registration.
Cost: $30
Duration: approximately 3 hours.

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This technique of wire wrap allows for designs to be as simple or as abundant in swirls and curls, as you desire.

• Learn the basics of how to measure around a stone and determine how much wire is needed to complete a wrap.
• Learn how to create beautiful design for the front and backside of a cabochon and learn how to create a professional and modern bale of any size.
• In class, we will also cover the basic hand tools used to create wire jewelry and how to use those tools properly.

Materials Needed if you have them on hand

• 5 feet of 22g Square Copper wires
• 5 feet of 22g ½ round Copper wires
• 1 Small Cabochon approximately 1 to 1.5 inch OR an Ammonite Cabochon

Tools Needed if you have them on hand
Flush cutter
Round nose pliers
Chain link or Flat Nose pliers
Nylon Jaw pliers (optional)
Bail dowel (pencil, pen)
Blue painter tape or masking tape or even scotch tape.

If you need to purchase materials and/or tools, you can contact
Lithos Mineral, Fossil, Meteorite, Book and Hobby Shop

ORDER MATERIAL KIT 101  ​(Purchased separately from price of the class)

If you need wire wrapping tools, they sell tool kits too. They sell Sterling Silver wires as well as designer cabochons, beads and other jewelry making supplies.  Give them a call or check out their online stores to order materials and/or tools before class and please give time enough time for shipping.

Lithos on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LithosArvada
Lithos e-commerce: https://lithosarvada.square.site/

 (303) 495.5521
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5695 Yukon St, Arvada, CO 80002