June Class: Panel Tension Bracelet
Monday, June 9th, 5 – 9p (Note date change to 2nd Monday in June.)
This is a very versatile bracelet. It can be constructed with any metal (or mixed metals), with or without stones. I will have examples of ideas for the center panel. The band can vary in width from less than ½ inch in to more than an inch so there are lots of design possibilities. We will be working with a half inch band in class. This Tension bracelet is a little more complex than those with a simple wire band because we will be soldering a wire “peg” to the bracelet band to capture the panel. This is an intermediate project but a beginner with some experience could do it.
Kit Cost: $8.00. The kit includes 20ga copper sheet and wire to make one bracelet. Additional base metal to make “decorations” on the panel will be available as part of the kit. Stones and cups will not be provided as part of the kit. However, you may bring your own to use. We do have a limited supply for sale. Silver will be available at market price.
How to Sign Up for Classes:
The sign-up sheet will be available on Monday and Thursday night classes and at the monthly HGMS meeting. You can also sign up by sending email to HGMS@wildivystudio.com. There are 9 places in each session for a total of 18 places.
If you sign up for a class and cannot attend, please be considerate and notify the instructors as soon as possible so that if someone is on the wait list they can attend in your place.
Did You Know?
May: Emerald – The most valued variety of beryl, emerald was once cherished by Spanish conquistadors, Inca kings, Moguls, and pharaohs. Today, fine emeralds come from Africa, South America, and Central Asia. Source: 
