Rocket City Jewelers Classes

2024

RCJ is open to all HGMS members 16 and older.  All skill levels are welcome!  No certification is required, but experience using jewelry tools is a plus.  We offer one class a month with 4 opportunities to finish the project.  Note:  The last session of the Twisted Metal Earrings class is February 28th from 2-5p.  The March Ginko Bead Bracelet class is closed.

Attention chainmaillers:  If you don’t already have the book, Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop, by Karen Karon, PLEASE PURCHASE.  It’s available online or possibly in local bookstores.  It’s $24.99 on Amazon and $15.99 on Kindle!

To sign up for a class, please email Theresa a month before class at:  rocketcityjewelers@gmail.com.  Include your name, contact info, and the class(es) you want.  You can also sign up at any RCJ meeting or at the monthly HGMS meeting.

2nd Quarter 2024 Classes:

April:  Wrapped Crystal Pendant
Important:  Please sign up soon to allow time for ordering and shipping the crystals.
Apr 3 and 17:  6 – 9p, class and make up.
Apr 10 and 24:  2 – 5p, class and make up.

May:  Necklace with Two-Tone Triple-Point Byzantine Focal
This necklace is easily customizable!!  We’ll discuss options in class for ring sizes and color patterns.  You’ll need to purchase your own rings.  Your ring sizes and quantities will depend on your choices.
May 1 and 15:  6 – 9p, class and make up.
May 8 and 22:  2 – 5p, class and make up.
May 29 (5th Wed):  2 – 5p, finish it.

June:  Upside-Down Wrapped Cab
This is a Pinterest-inspired woven cab wrap.  This teardrop-shaped Malachite cab is wrapped in copper wire.
Jun 5 and 19:  6 – 9p, class and make up.
Jun 12 and 26:  2 – 5p, class and make up.