IPCA Pre-retreat Workshop
The Fan-Fold Neckline Clip
Instructor: Helen Breil
Date: Tuesday August 19, 2014
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Skill Level: Advanced beginner & above
Cost: $115 (includes kit items)
Location: Embassy Suites, Dublin, Ohio
Max Class Size: 20
Date: Tuesday August 19, 2014
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Skill Level: Advanced beginner & above
Cost: $115 (includes kit items)
Location: Embassy Suites, Dublin, Ohio
Max Class Size: 20
In this class you will learn to make a Neckline Clip that features the beautiful flowing lines and depth of form, of my fan-fold technique. Both the folds and the vivid color of the final effect, remind me of Shibori ribbon, which is now very popular with jewelry makers (If you're interested, take a look here). This piece you will create can be worn both clipped to the neckline of your clothing, as well as strung on cording as a pendant.
I will guide you step by step through this project. We begin by creating the fan-fold component in your chosen color. Mica powders will be used to create a strikingly lustrous color and surface effect. You can optionally incorporate an additional color to your fan (similar effect to what you see in the Shibori ribbons). You can also add a lovely finishing touch of edging in gold or silver. We then add a focal point as well as create a custom clip - a bail-like structure from polymer clay. You will learn ways to support your component during curing to create even more appealing curves to this form. I will have many other examples of jewelry I've made featuring the fan-fold technique to highlight the versatility and design possibilities of this technique.
I will guide you step by step through this project. We begin by creating the fan-fold component in your chosen color. Mica powders will be used to create a strikingly lustrous color and surface effect. You can optionally incorporate an additional color to your fan (similar effect to what you see in the Shibori ribbons). You can also add a lovely finishing touch of edging in gold or silver. We then add a focal point as well as create a custom clip - a bail-like structure from polymer clay. You will learn ways to support your component during curing to create even more appealing curves to this form. I will have many other examples of jewelry I've made featuring the fan-fold technique to highlight the versatility and design possibilities of this technique.
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Kit contents: Illustrated instructions, button (for focal point), varathane, mica powders, popsicle sticks, oven supports?, 80 grit sandpaper,
Students will have access to, but won't take home, all other necessary materials & tools: krylon pens,
Students Need to Bring:
Students will have access to, but won't take home, all other necessary materials & tools: krylon pens,
Students Need to Bring:
- Pasta machine / cutting blade / needle tool
- Work surface / patty papers / task light / notebook / pen
- Square cutter size?
- 1 package of Premo clay in whatever color you'd like your project to be
- Pearl Ex mica powder (not Perfectly Pearls brand) .
- Choose a contrasting but complimentary of colors for clay/mica in order to get 2-tone effect.
- Liquid clay (a thick style such as Sculpey Bake & Bond)
- 2 soft straight edge artist brushes - size ?
- Superglue gel
- A container to get your finished piece home safely
- Krylon pens - silver & gold
- Your favorite button for the focal point, otherwise the I will supply
Any questions, please contact me.
