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INTRODUCTION TO FILIGREE TECHNIQUE
(A Ganoksin Workshop)
February 17 & 18, 2024
Learn how to make filigree jewellery with Ganoksin Instructor and Filigree Artist Milt Fischbein
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INTRODUCTION TO FILIGREE TECHNIQUE
WORKSHOP FAQ
WORKSHOP FAQ
What will I learn in this workshop ?
In this workshop you will learn all of the basic filigree techniques and will use these techniques to create a lovely filigree pendant. You will learn how to prepare fine silver filigree wires and form them into lacey filigree shapes. You will then learn how to create sterling silver frames and how to solder the lacey filigree wire into the frames to create beautiful filigree jewellery.
You will also learn :
You will also learn :
- Design basics for making filigree pendants
- How to fabricate a traditional filigree bail
- How to select the appropriate tools for making filigree
- How to make a number of different lacey filigree shapes
- How to make filigree frames
- Filigree Soldering with both paste solders.
- Incorporating bezel set cabochon stones into your filigree designs
What tools will I need ?
A partial list of tools required follows. A full detailed list with searchable links will be emailed to you after registration
- Flex Shaft with a #30 Hand Piece
- Torch / Soldering Area with good ventilation
- Rolling Mill (See notes on participating without a rolling mill)
- Ceramic Honeycomb Soldering Block
- Soldering Tweezers
- Pickle Pot
- Flush Cutter
- Digital Caliper
- Steel Bench Block
- Ring Mandrel
- Plastic or Rawhide Mallet
- Chain Nose Pliers
- Stainless Steel Binding Wire
- Ruler
I don’t own a rolling mill, what should I do ?
A number of filigree materials need to be rolled.
If you do not own a rolling mill, you have a couple of options:
If you do not own a rolling mill, you have a couple of options:
- Pre roll your silver and make your filigree wire in advance of the workshop
- Purchase a material kit which contains all of the pre-rolled silver and filigree wire
What materials and Supplies will I need ?
A partial list of materials and supplies required follows. A more detailed list with searchable links will be emailed to you after registration
- Paste Solder
- Fine Silver wire 26 Ga
- Fine Silver wire 20 Ga
- Sterling Silver wire 16 Ga
- Sterling Silver wire 18 Ga
- Jump Rings 20 Ga 4.6 mm OD (3)
- Bezel Cup Round 10 mm Fine or Sterling Silver
How do I purchase a Material Kit ?
If you prefer not to purchase and roll your own silver, you may purchase a material kit which will contain all of the silver you will need to complete the workshop as well as filigree wire hand made by Milt Fischbein
You can purchase the material kit when you register for the class
All materials will be rolled as required for the workshop so that you will not need a rolling mill
The material kit will cost $80 CAD (about $60 USA).
The material kit price includes
You can purchase the material kit when you register for the class
All materials will be rolled as required for the workshop so that you will not need a rolling mill
The material kit will cost $80 CAD (about $60 USA).
The material kit price includes
- Fine Silver wire 26 Ga, 4 meters
- Fine Silver wire 20 Ga 0.75 meters
- Filigree Wire 26GaF0.35 Not Annealed 1 meter, Prepared by Instructor
- Filigree Wire 26GaF0.25 Annealed, 0.6 meter, Prepared by Instructor
- Sterling Silver wire 16 Ga – Rolled to 16GaF0.9 by Instructor and not annealed, 0.5 meters
- Sterling Silver wire 18 Ga- Rolled to 18GaF0.7 by Instructor and not annealed, 0.5 meters
- Materials for Filigree Bail
- 20 Ga Sterling silver wire flattened for use (SS 20GaF0.5x1)
- 26 Ga Fine Silver wire prepared as filigree filler
- Solder Application Tool
- Ground Shipping to Canada and USA.
What is an interactive online workshop and how can I benefit the most from this ?
The workshop is live and online on zoom, with Milt broadcasting from his studio in Canada
Cameras are set up at the bench pin, the soldering station and other points around the studio as required
This is not a prerecorded workshop The workshop is live and all of the demos are live
This means you can interact with the instructor and ask questions during the demos
After each demo, you will be given time to practice the demo. During this time Milt will watch you work and will provide you with feedback on your technique and help you resolve any issues you may be experiencing.
Students will set up their cellphones or other cameras so that instructor can observe students while they work and provide students with feedback in real time. During the workshop, students may also email photographs of their work in progress. Instructor will provide timely feedback.
Cameras are set up at the bench pin, the soldering station and other points around the studio as required
This is not a prerecorded workshop The workshop is live and all of the demos are live
This means you can interact with the instructor and ask questions during the demos
After each demo, you will be given time to practice the demo. During this time Milt will watch you work and will provide you with feedback on your technique and help you resolve any issues you may be experiencing.
Students will set up their cellphones or other cameras so that instructor can observe students while they work and provide students with feedback in real time. During the workshop, students may also email photographs of their work in progress. Instructor will provide timely feedback.
How does the instructor watch me work during the workshop ?
In order to have an interactive workshop with the feel of an in person workshop, the instructor needs a way to watch students work. Students will set up and log into zoom with a second device ie cellphone or other camera, so that instructor can observe students while they work and provide students with feedback in real time.
If you prefer not to set up a second device, you may also email photographs of your work in progress. The Instructor will provide you with timely feedback.
If you prefer not to set up a second device, you may also email photographs of your work in progress. The Instructor will provide you with timely feedback.
Will the workshop be recorded ?
Yes. The entire workshop will be recorded and recordings will be available for your unlimited viewing for 30 days
why are prices in canadian dollars ?
I am a Canadian based instructor. My Point of Sale provider "Square" only allows home country currency sales.
You may purchase the workshop and material kit with credit cards issued in almost any country and the credit card company will convert the Canadian dollar sale to your credit card currency. For example if you purchase the material kit with a USA credit card, your credit card company will convert the $80 CAD fee to $USA at the prevailing exchange rate. At current exchange rates you will be charged about $60 USA
You may purchase the workshop and material kit with credit cards issued in almost any country and the credit card company will convert the Canadian dollar sale to your credit card currency. For example if you purchase the material kit with a USA credit card, your credit card company will convert the $80 CAD fee to $USA at the prevailing exchange rate. At current exchange rates you will be charged about $60 USA
What is your refund policy ?
Payment is full is required at the time of registration
You may cancel with full refund up to 30 days prior to the start of the workshop
Cancellations will not be accepted after the 30 day deadline, however, if we manage to sell your seat, then you will receive a full refund minus a $75 CAD (about $ 60 USA) cancellation fee.
You may cancel with full refund up to 30 days prior to the start of the workshop
Cancellations will not be accepted after the 30 day deadline, however, if we manage to sell your seat, then you will receive a full refund minus a $75 CAD (about $ 60 USA) cancellation fee.
Workshop Prerequsities
For those who have no filigree experience, but have some jewellery making experience and have experience soldering with a jewellery torch
REGISTER FOR THE "Introduction to Filigree Technique" WORKSHOP
You may register for the workshop by purchasing the workshop below using the "Register and Pay" buttons
Note that prices are in Canadian Dollars and the Square purchasing system will accept USA or Canadian Credit or other international Credit Cards.
You may register for the workshop by purchasing the workshop below using the "Register and Pay" buttons
Note that prices are in Canadian Dollars and the Square purchasing system will accept USA or Canadian Credit or other international Credit Cards.