Gail Thayer grew up in Pennsylvania, has a degree in Math, spent 30 years in government management for the state of Maine, and was a glass bead maker for more than 20 years. After moving to Florida, she started taking silversmithing classes in 2011 and has been hooked on metal working, cabochons and faceted stones ever since. Gail is the elected President of the Florida Society of Goldsmiths, working to promote the art of metalsmithing and provide educational and exchange opportunities for those interested in these arts.
All levels welcome! First time making a ring? No problem.Learn to solder wire, form it into a ring and shape it using a steel ring die and the hydraulic press. Combine die shapes and different metals to make a stunning ring stack. Beginners can expect to make 3 to 6 individual rings (1 to 2 […]
Beginner, Intermediate First time in the jewelry studio? No problem. Learn to solder sterling silver wire, form it into a circle and shape it using a steel bangle die and the hydraulic press. Beginners can expect to complete 3 bangles during this workshop. Instructor will have a variety of sterling silver wire for sale ranging from […]
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