Alhambra

Title: Alhambra
Skill Level: Advanced
Dates/Times: Saturday, February 6, 9 am - 12 pm
Fees: $72 includes kit materials in aluminum and rubber

Description: Weave rubber rings into metal jump rings to create a dramatic 2.5” pendant in the instructor's signature intricate style. The pattern resembles Moorish tiles, hence the name Alhambra. Students will learn techniques for building upon a weave to create new layers and tips and tricks for combining rubber with metal jump rings. Students receive instructions, but note that this design is a preview from the instructor's upcoming book, and instructions will not be available to the general public until the book is released. Students who register by Jan 1 have the option to receive their kits via mail to complete at-home prep and ensure project completion during class.

Pre-requisite: Fluency with Japanese Bulls Eye, Helm Chain (Parallel), plus 3 additional intermediate or advanced-level chainmaille weaves. Students should be comfortable working with small jump rings in size 18 SWG 1/8-in. (3.2 mm) inner diameter.

Tools needed: two flat nose pliers, bead mat or other soft work surface, task lamp

The kit includes full color step by step instructions, lobster claw clasp, pendant bail, anodized aluminum rings and rubber O-rings

No refunds after January 1, 2016.