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Classes

Join Macee & Dalis for a full day of creativity.  Two classes, two times the fun!

Forge with Macee

This class is a playful, beginner-friendly workshop where you'll create your own textured metal jewelry with Macee.  We'll use cold-forging and very simple hammer-texturing techniques only - no fire, just basic tools and satisfying whacks.  You'll explore different ways to add texture to your metal through forging, including hammers, specialty tools, and a few fun stamps, then choose to turn your piece into either a pair of earrings or a simple necklace using jump rings and other cold connections.  All supplies are provided, including some miscellaneous found objects you will incorporate into your design. Come make something you can wear home, and have fun doing it. 

Felt with Dalis

Discover the magic of blending texture and color in this hands on nuno felt scarf class.  Using wool, silk, glitz and other embellishments, you'll crete an ethereal lightweight scar that feels as luxurious as it looks.  Explore the fundamentals of nuno felting -- a technique that bonds wool to silk chiffon through moisture, heat and gentle agitation.  You;ll be guided through fiber layout, color choices, and using the dryer for felting.  All supplies are included.

When and where is this fabulous class?

Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00-5:00 in Barnesville, Maryland at Dancing Leaf Farm

Maximum class size is 16 participants so reserve your spot now!  You'll be welcomed by the artists with coffee and lemon balm cake, then a calming walk around the gardens then get down to creating.

For more information contact Macee at 301-697-7770 or macee@meadowbrookarts.com or reserve your spot by contacting Dalis at 301-801-6995 or dalis@dancingleaffarm.com.

To register for a class:  REGISTER NOW

Cost: $240

 

 


Alcohol Ink Ornament Classes 

Two separate evening ornament classes are available! Pick either night!  

Alcohol Ink Ornament Class: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (6 - 8pm) $65

Alcohol Ink Ornament Class: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 (6 - 8pm) $65

Come join me for a fun small class that will bring out the artist within you (yes, this includes those of you who say you don’t have a creative bone in your body!) We will be making gorgeous one-of-a-kind glass and abstract alcohol ink ornaments for your tree or as an incredible gift!  The inks have a mind of their own but it’s impossible to make a mistake and you will go home with 3 fabulous ornaments! 

Class size is small so book ASAP!  Your class time is for 2 hours on ONE night for 3 ornaments so pick the night that suits your schedule best. 

 

 

Typical classes you may see or that Macee has taught in the past are:

 

Metal 101 - The basic ins and outs of working with metal

 

Silver Solder 101 - Introduction to silver sheet and soldering techniques

 

Brazing 101 - Introduction to brazing with a oxygen/acetylene torch utilizing brass sheet and brass rods

 

Cold Connection - The techniques and correct order to safely wire wrap and riveting

 

Earring 101 - Learn everything there is to earrings, including serious metal techniques to add to any of your other basic knowledge of earring craft

 

Kid’s Classes - Classes that would qualify for a fun outing for the kids or for homeschooling

 

Classes are sometimes held at the studio or can be held in the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Maryland during the day, evening and weekends.  Prices and materials will vary.


Check back on occasion to see if we have listed a jewelry class.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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