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I am scaling back my teaching, and other than a few 2009 workshops that are "in the works", what is listed below is all that I'm offering for workshops.  Many, many thanks to those people who have been kindly supportive....


Student Comments:
I have received some pretty heartwarming comments from students, but this one made me weak in the knees....I'm sharing it with the permission of Barb, the student who wrote it (thanks, Barb..I am so flattered..).. "I want to thank you so very much for sharing yourself and your amazing expertise. You are an amazing artist with the rare ability to share your knowledge with others. As you said to me in our class, I have had the good fortune to learn from several incredibly talented artists and teachers but you are certainly one of the best. The hours and hours of time required to develop your skills and expertise is extremely impressive. I recognize after spending 2 days with you that your incredible creativity allows you to come up with techniques no one else has thought of. Then the hours of work you put into preparing for the class is very evident. Finally, you explain things so clearly and in such detail that I understood immediately what I needed to do to produce a beautiful polymer cane. But more than anything else, your sincerity and openness allowed me to truly enjoy you and therefore my entire weekend. Everytime I look at my cane I can't stop myself from smiling. That feeling of happiness is priceless."





 
 
I teach a workshop once a month at
Roberts Crafts in Sandy, Utah
. If you would like more info about that workshop, or any of the workshops listed below, I welcome your emailed inquiry!






2008 Workshop Schedule
 

 
 
March 27-30
Portland, Oregon
I am teaching three workshops at 'Bead Expo Portland'.    While the link below just gives basic information about the Expo, it will soon have a full schedule of classes available....
 

 
 
April 4, 5, 6
Reno, Nevada
This workshop is "Arabeque Caning and Floral Eruption Pendant" (Workshop #1, read description at bottom of this page)
 

May 15-31
Israel
 
Pictured below are the actual canes we'll be making in our Israel workshops....students will also see demonstrations on making 'jana' styled jewelry pieces

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June/July/August
Away for retreats and a much needed vacation!
 
 
 
September 18-23
Click on the "Sundance Retreat" link at the top of the page to learn more!





October 17, 18, 19

Heartland Bead Market, Lenexa, Kansas
 
Workshop topic to be announced

 
 
 
November 14, 15, 16

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Workshop topic to be announced


 
Workshop Descriptions



Not listed below is my new workshop, "Secret Shapes Inro" and two others I'm currently working on, "Stained Glass Kaleidoscope Caning" (a beginner workshop) and "Coordinated Caning".  Look for more information on these workshops in the near future (if you'd like more info now, please contact me..)

Click on any image for a detail view

Workshop #1: Arabesque Caning (Intermediate)

 

Workshop #1 Sample Photos

These images represent the exact cane and pendant that you'll be creating in this workshop!

Arabesque Canes
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'Tapestry' Floral Eruption
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Create an Intricate and Colorful Arabesque Cane and 'Tapestry' Floral Eruption Pendant

In this intermediate workshop, learn the fundamentals of Arabesque Caning, creating a beautiful, intricate cane, one with a 'tapestry' feel to it. With that cane you will create a beautiful Floral Eruption Pendant.  This Eruption design gives the impression of flower petals bursting open, erupting from the flower center...very chrysanthemum-like.  This course is jam packed with new and innovative caning ideas and techniques that will spill over into any type of caning you enjoy doing...and learning the techniques for creating my Eruption styled jewelry will open a flood gate of creative ideas! 

Workshop #2: Intricate Lace Arabesque Cane (Intermediate)

Lace Arabesque Cane
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Workshop #2 Sample Photos

Lace Cane Sheet
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Lace Arabesque Cane
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Floral Eruption Necklace made with Lace Cane
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Create an Intricate Lace Arabesque Cane and Floral Eruption Pendant

In this two day workshop, learn the fundamentals of Arabesque Caning by building an Intricate Lace cane, and then with your cane create a beautiful Floral Eruption Pendant.  This Eruption design gives the impression of flower petals bursting open, erupting from the flower center...very chrysanthemum-like.  As with my other Arabeque Workshops, this course is jam packed with new and innovative caning ideas and techniques that you will be able to apply to any type of caning you enjoy, and the new skills learned in creating your Eruption piece will be invaluable additions to your clay knowledge! 

Workshop #3: Magical Transformation!(Beginner/Intermediate)

Fleur d'Lis Earrings
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Workshop #3 Sample Photos

Arabesque Canes made with older canes
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Fleur d'Lis Ensemble
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Fleur d'Lis Earrings
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Transform Old Canes with Arabesque Caning and Create 'Fleur d'Lis' Style Jewelry

This exciting two day workshop begins with learning to recycle your older (perhaps less attractive!) canes into an Arabesque Cane. With your Arabesque Cane, you will learn to make Fleur d'Lis style jewelry. In addition to learning my technique for creating perfectly shaped Fleur d'Lis pieces, you will learn in depth my method for incorporating Swarovski crystals into your polymer pieces. This method allows you to "set in" the stones for a professional, finely crafted look, while ensuring that the stones are secure. Also, learn to 'mechanically' bond your eyepins and findings into your polymer clay jewelry, for a life-time hold. You'll learn many new skills in bringing new life to old canes and in constructing this beautiful jewelry with set-in stones.



Workshop #4: Woven Illusions (Beginner/Intermediate)

Basketweave, Braid and Ribbon Canes
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Workshop #4 Sample Photos

Pendant with Lacing
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'All Laced Up' Ensemble
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Create Basketweave, Braid, and Ribbon Canes and Sectional Jewelry with "Strap and Rivet" Adornments

In this two day workshop, you’ll learn to make gorgeous, highly dimensional Basket weave, Braid and Ribbon canes. I find that I come back to Basket weave canes quite a bit in my work for their intriguing 3D illusions and simple beauty....I'm sure you'll find these canes valuable in your work as well. After making the canes, you will learn to create simple, yet striking Sectional jewelry. In addition, you will learn my "Strap and Rivet" and "Lacing" techniques. I love that the straps and rivets give a somewhat industrial look that contrasts nicely with the softness of the canework...kind of a 'leather and lace' thing.....Also, learn to 'mechanically' bond your eyepins and findings into your polymer clay jewelry, for a life-time hold. As with my other workshops, this one is full to the brim with innovative and valuable skills and information.

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