Hollow Form Beads from Home (Th.,5/28-7/2)

Dates:
May 28 - July 2, 2020  Check for other dates
Meets:
Th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, 6 sessions
Hours:
12.00
Location:
Remote Learning
Instructor:
Pam Farren
Fee:
$204  

Sorry, we are no longer accepting registrations for this course. Please contact our office to find out if it will be rescheduled, or if alternative classes are available.


Course Description

In this 6-week online class you'll learn how to construct hollow form beads and a clasp from home! All of the projects included in this class can be completed with a simple butane torch. Skills and projects will include:

- constructing hollow beads from metal sheet
- how to solder hollow forms
- constructing hollow beads using tube and sheet
- how to create double dome, box and pillow shaped beads
- how to create a simple hollow form clasp
- discussion of best methods to string hollow form beads
- design basics

Prerequisites: Jewelry 1.5 or Metals 1.5 or Department permission.

This online class is limited to 8 students.

Once registered for the class, you will receive a more detailed tools/supplies list with suppliers/order numbers and any applicable discount codes. There is also the option to purchase a Materials Only Kit. Tools will not be provided.

Please note: The format for Metals Online Classes will differ from that of a traditional in-studio class. Registered students will receive an invitation to join a Private Facebook Group, where they will have access to a pre-recorded demonstration of the lesson for each week. In this private group, students can ask questions and share photos/videos of their works in progress. We will meet as a class via Zoom for the 2-hour time listed in registration.

Please email pfarren@worcester.edu with questions.


About the Materials & Supplies

Optional Material Kit$45, purchased separately:

https://register.worcestercraftcenter.org/CourseStatus.awp?&course=208MO300K


Asst'd Gauge Copper/Brass Sheet, Asst'd Copper/Brass Wire, Copper Tube, Silver Solder, 1/8" Drill Bit, 1/4" plexi sheet

Please Note: Kit must be ordered one week before the start of class to ensure it arrives on time. Kits are non-refundable/returnable.

Required Tools and supplies from Using Torch at Home: (Approx. $90w/shipping):
Butane (or other) Torch, Fuel, Soldering Pad, Third Hand w/Insulated Cross-Lock Tweezers, Cross-lock Tweezers, Soldering Pad, Flux, Flux Brush, Pickle Pot, Citric Acid, Copper or Plastic Tongs, Ring Clamp, Half-round Pliers, ½ Round Hand File, Steel Ruler with inch/mm.

You will also need the Required Tools & Supplies from Metalsmithing from Home (Approx. $75): Jewelers Saw, Saw Blade Assortment, Bench Pin w/Anvil (see blog) , Riveting Hammer, Nail or Center Punch, Jeweler's Chain Nose, Round Nose and Flat Nose Pliers, and Wire Cutters (available as a set), Tapered Mandrel (aluminum ok/steel preferred), Small Plastic, Rubber or Raw Hide Mallet, Set of Needle Files, Safety Glasses, Drill (this could be a Dremel w/adjustable collet or economy flex shaft), Drill Bit Assortment, 1/16" Drill Bits, Masking Tape, Pencil and Paper, Digital Calipers, 6"

Optional Tools and Supplies: Dapping Set, Letter/Number Punches, Brass Mallet (or old claw hammer), Sharpie Marker, Cake/Baking Pan, Sand or Pumice, File Card (to clean files), High Speed Steel (HSS) Drill Bit Index, Bowed Face Chasing Hammer.

Refund Policy

Student cancellations made at least 2 business days prior to the first class meeting are eligible for a full refund. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to the Registration Office at wccregistration@worcester.edu.

Students registered in online learning multi-week classes, are permitted to cancel their registration after the first class meeting and will be eligible for a full refund of student tuition. All cancellation requests of this nature must be submitted before the second class meeting and must be made in writing via email to the Registration Office at wccregistration@worcester.edu.

No refunds or credits will be given for student absences nor for student cancellations made after the second class meeting begins. All materials and kits are non-returnable and non-refundable.

When course or workshop is cancelled by the WCC, a full refund will be issued.



Worcester State University ("WSU") & Worcester Center for Crafts ("WCC") Consent & Release of Liability

By submitting your registration for this course ("Activity"), you acknowledge that all registered parties are 18 years or older and legally competent to make this agreement. You agree to comply with all rules and regulations set forth with regard to the Activity, and you agree that all issues of civil liability shall be determined in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws. By completing you registration, you acknowledge that all registered parties have read and understand the below terms and that by enrolling you are giving up substantial legal rights that you might otherwise have, and that you have registered knowingly and voluntarily.

1. In the event that I should require medical care or treatment, I agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance.

2. To agree that the activity is entirely voluntary and to be fully aware that participation involves risk of injury and/or property damage including the possibility of short-term or long-term disability and even death; to agree that these risks can come from many varied causes and that many of these risks are not foreseeable; to acknowledge, accept, and assume all such risks.

3. I, individually and on behalf of my heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Board of Higher Education, WCC, WSU and their employees, agents, and representatives from all liability for any damages, losses, or injuries (including death) I sustain to my person or property or both, including but not limited to any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, judgments, expenses and costs (including attorneys' fees) which arise out of, result from, occur during, or are connected in any manner with my intentional or negligent conduct during my participation in the Activity, including traveling to and from an event related to this Activity.

4. To the extent authorized by law, I, individually and on behalf of my heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Board of Higher Education, WCC, WSU and their employees, agents, and representatives from all liability, loss, damage or expense, including attorneys' fees, that they or any of them incur or sustain as a result of any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, judgments, costs or expenses (including attorneys' fees) which arise out of, occur during, or are in any way connected with my intentional or negligent conduct during my participation in the Activity, including traveling to and from an event related to this Activity.

5. I agree that this consent and release is to be construed under the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, the balance hereof shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

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