Jewelry Workshop: Intro to Polymer Clay
Sunday February 9th from 10am to 1pm
Entry Level Class — No experience necessary
Age 12+ (minors must accompany an adult)
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Perfect for those who love a conversational piece. The intricate design work taught in this class is sure to produce head turning accessories.
Through this 3 hour workshop, we’ll explore the possibilities of what can be created from polymer clay. Trice will guide you through the process of layering and cutting to create striking patterns for one-of-a-kind drop earrings. Dive into decorative techniques such as terrazzo, stripes, and marble effects. Move on to creating the holes to add your jump rings, and learn techniques to add the backings of your earrings.
While it is not required, we do recommend starting with Trice’s Shaping & Color Mixing Essentials Workshop. This session will touch on the same foundational techniques for making jewelry from scratch, however it will move at a faster pace to cover new skills.
Everyone will bring home a stunning pair of drop earrings featuring your custom, intricate designs as well as an assortment of practice beads!
About the Instructor:
Trice Clark is a mom, maker, and all-around DIY enthusiast. As a self-taught artist she has dabbled in different mediums from woodworking to welding. Using these skills Clark has built activations for local Detroit music festivals, parties, and brand events. Prior to the pandemic her do it yourself workshop, Designer Hack, guided attendees through recreating high-end trends in accessories and home decor for a fraction of the cost. She began making jewelry in 5th grade and exhibited her work in Michigan Fashion Week, Fashion Massacre, and during Detroit’s Month of Design. Whether its hosting classes or creating installations Trice Clark always sets out to make enjoying art an interactive experience.
