Raffle Prize by Heather Rivera: Three Private Lessons (in person OR via Zoom) on Chainmaille: Mastering the Basics
Heather Rivera: Three private lessons on Chainmaille: Mastering the Basics
List Price: $750
Raffle Tickets:
- 1 ticket: $38
- 5 tickets: $150 ($30 each)
- 10 tickets: $220 ($22 each)
- 20 tickets: $300 ($15 each)
- 50 tickets: $375 ($7.50 each)
Your name will be entered to win once for each purchased ticket. See the complete Raffle Rules here.
This is an in-depth course that duplicates everything students learn in the group class with one main difference: Heather will cater everything to your learning style and you will have access to her one-on-one instruction the whole time! Private lessons will be scheduled within the next 12 months and held in your home OR via Zoom video call.
Chainmaille: Mastering the Basics provides a thorough foundation in the timeless art of chainmaille. Absolutely no experience is necessary to succeed in this course!
In this course, you will:
- Learn about jump rings, tools, metals, aspect ratio and basic techniques.
- Construct seven different types of chain with multiple variations of each.
- Practice One-Ring-At-A-Time (ORAAT) Weaving and Speedweaving
- Follow detailed, step-by-step instructions to create twelve original designs using only the simplest of weaves
This course will prepare you to take on more complex weaves, but those weaves are not included in this course.
Projects include:
- 4 pairs of earrings
- 1 ankle bracelet
- 1 keychain
- 1 ring
- 1 bracelet
- 1 necklace
- 1 lariat necklace
- 1 hath panja
- 1 barefoot sandal
You will need:
- Project materials kit (included with the cost of enrollment)
- Tools (you are welcome to use the class tools provided or to bring your own)
- Chain nose pliers (two pairs)
- Ring mandrel
- Bead mat
- Tape measure
- The desire to become a proficient chainmailler and have fun while doing it!
