2 week class: Tuesday 5/13 & 5/20

Silver metal clay is the perfect medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$174 members, $188 non-members

Register Here  - search for E860W25 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

Learn the art of paper quilling! This simple, yet elegant art form begins by rolling thin strips of paper into individual coils. The coils are pressed and formed into various shapes, then glued together to create a design. It’s an easy technique to learn with unlimited possibilities for application! 

In this class you will learn:

• Basic quilling techniques including how to roll coils and get the proper tension.

• How to form multiple shapes for creating designs.

• What supplies to use and where to go for inspiration and resources

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register here. $65 members, $85 non-members

2 week class: Tuesday 4/8 & 4/15

Silver metal clay is the perfect medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$174 members, $188 non-members

Register Here  - search for D860W25 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

Metal stamping is a fun, easy way to make custom jewelry. Learn the proper techniques for stamping on metal blanks, punching holes, oxidizing and polishing the metal. Class includes plenty of metal pieces for both practice and finished designs as well as all the necessary jewelry findings. You will leave with pieces ready to wear or give as gifts. All tools will be provided.

$80 members/$100 non-members

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register Here

Explore the ancient art of Kumihimo, a Japanese braiding technique. Students will learn the traditional 8-cord round braid and how to incorporate beads into the design. Class fee includes a kumihimo disc which can be used to make additional bracelets and necklaces. Once you learn the pattern you can create kumihimo braids using cord, silk, and wire.

Please note: Project may not be completed in class, but students will leave with the knowledge and findings necessary to complete the bracelet.

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register here, $80 members, $100 non-members

3 week class: Thursdays 2/6-2/20

Design and create your own unique rings with precious metal clay! Learn techniques for making band, coil, and textured ring styles – construction techniques, proper sizing, and setting gemstones, if desired. Price includes materials fee of $50 which includes 20g of precious metal clay (for 1st class) as well as gemstones and syringe clay for all class sessions. Students purchase additional metal clay for subsequent weeks.

$236 members, $257 non-members

Register Here   - search for C866W25 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

Use a real leaf from home or from the Arboretum to design a beautiful pendant accented with a sparkling gemstone. Each necklace will be unique and the perfect memento of your visit to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Pieces are made using Art Clay Silver which becomes pure silver once fired. Completed jewelry pieces will be fired after class and available for pickup at the Arboretum in one week or can be shipped.

Students will Learn:
Basic metal clay techniques including working with the clay, sanding, and finishing; how to create a clay gemstone bezel for a CZ; how to design a coil bail.

Register here. $79 members, $99 non-members

Explore the ancient art of Kumihimo, a Japanese braiding technique. Students will learn the traditional 8-cord round braid and how to incorporate beads into the design. Class fee includes a kumihimo disc which can be used to make additional bracelets and necklaces. Once you learn the pattern you can create kumihimo braids using cord, silk, and wire.

Please note: Project may not be completed in class, but students will leave with the knowledge and findings necessary to complete the bracelet.

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register here. $69 members, $84 non-members

Learn the art of paper quilling: using thin strips of rolled paper formed into various shapes and glued to make a design. It’s an easy technique to learn with unlimited application possibilities! In this class you will have the opportunity to make notecards or artwork to frame and hang on the wall.

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register here. $80 non-members, $65 members

2 week class: Tuesday 4/9 & 4/16

Silver metal clay is the perfect medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$150 members, $161 non-members

Register Here  - search for D866W24 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

3 week class: Thursday 4/4, 4/11, 4/18

Learn multiple ways to set gemstones in metal clay. Unlike traditional silver work, no soldering or power tools are required! Stones can be set easily into the clay and fired into place to create stunning jewelry. Students will learn basic metal clay skills as well as stone setting techniques. Perfect for beginner or experienced metal clay artists. All tools provided. Class fee includes materials for the first class.

$174 members, $188 non-members

Register Here  - search for D861W24 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160 

3 week class: Tuesdays 3/19, 3/26, 4/2

Learn to make jewelry using metal clay, a flexible medium that can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln fired to become pure metal. In this class students will try several base metal clays including copper, light bronze, and red bronze. Base metal clays employ the same techniques as silver metal clay but offers a much less expensive alternative. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design. Class fee includes metal clay for all class sessions, gemstones, and patinas

$174 members, $188 non-members

Register Here  - search for D864W24 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

3 week class: Thursdays 3/14-3/28

Design and create your own unique rings with precious metal clay! Learn techniques for making band, coil, and textured ring styles – construction techniques, proper sizing, and setting gemstones, if desired. Price includes materials fee of $50 which includes 20g of precious metal clay (for 1st class) as well as gemstones and syringe clay for all class sessions. Students purchase additional metal clay for subsequent weeks.

$174 members, $188 non-members

Register Here  - search for D866W24 or call 952-473-7361 ext. 160

3 week class: Thursdays 11/30, 12/7, 12/14

Learn how to incorporate elements from nature in your metal clay jewelry. In this class we will use real flowers, leaves, shells, and more to make silicone molds, then use those molds to create stunning silver replicas. Metal clay is a fun, accessible way to make silver jewelry without expensive tools. Class fee includes silver clay for first class session. Additional clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$188 non-members (member discount available)

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID B85923

4 week class: Thursdays 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26

Learn to make jewelry using metal clay, a flexible medium that can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln fired to become pure metal. In this class students will try several base metal clays including copper, light bronze, and red bronze. Base metal clays employ the same techniques as silver metal clay but offers a much less expensive alternative. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design. Class fee includes metal clay for all class sessions, gemstones, and patinas

$234 non-members (member discount available)

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID A86223

2 week class: 9/23 & 9/30

Silver metal clay is the perfect medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$161 non-member (member discount available)

Register on the Minnetonka Minnetonka Center for the Arts website for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID A866W23

4 week class: Tuesdays 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3

Learn how to make silver jewelry without saws or power tools by using metal clay. This flexible medium can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln or torch-fired to become 99.9% pure silver. Each week, students will learn and apply new techniques for working with metal clay and create a variety of unique jewelry designs. All tools provided. Class includes materials for first class. 

$214 members, $234 non-members

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID A86023

Metal stamping is a fun, easy way to make custom jewelry. Learn the proper techniques for stamping on metal blanks, punching holes, oxidizing and polishing the metal. Class includes plenty of metal pieces for both practice and finished designs as well as all the necessary jewelry findings. You will leave with pieces ready to wear or give as gifts. All tools will be provided.

$69 members/$84 non-members

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register Here

Explore the ancient art of Kumihimo, a Japanese braiding technique. Students will learn the traditional 8-cord round braid and how to incorporate beads into the design. Class fee includes a kumihimo disc which can be used to make additional bracelets and necklaces. Once you learn the pattern you can create kumihimo braids using cord, silk, and wire.

Please note: Project may not be completed in class, but students will leave with the knowledge and findings necessary to complete the bracelet.

$39 member, $54 non-member

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register Here

New class for Summer 2023!

3 week class: 7/27-8/17

Silver metal clay is the perfection medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

$220 non-member

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID G86623

New class for summer 2023!

4 weeks: 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/22

Summer is the perfect time to find & use elements from nature in your metal clay jewelry. In this class we will use real flowers, leaves, shells, and more to make silicone molds, then use those molds to create stunning silver replicas. Metal clay is a fun, accessible way to make silver jewelry without expensive tools. Class fee includes silver clay for first class session. Additional clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID G85923, Summer II 2023 Session

New class for Summer 2023!

2 week class: 7/15 & 7/22

Silver metal clay is the perfection medium for creating jewelry: the tools are inexpensive, the clay is easy to use, and it can be torch fired, which means you can fire your jewelry at home without a kiln. In this course we will cover all the basics of torch firing fine silver clay. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design and will be prepared to continue to working in silver clay long after the class is done. $50 materials fee (included in class fee) includes metal clay for the first class. Additional metal clay may be purchased during class for the subsequent weeks.

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID F866W23, Summer I 2023 Session

4 week class: Thursdays 6/22, 6/29, 7/13, 7/20

Learn to make jewelry using metal clay, a flexible medium that can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln fired to become pure metal. In this class students will try several base metal clays including copper, light bronze, and red bronze. Base metal clays employ the same techniques as silver metal clay but offers a much less expensive alternative. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design. Class fee includes metal clay for all class sessions, gemstones, and patinas

$203 members, $220 non-members

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID F86223, Summer I 2023 Session

4 week class: Tuesdays 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18

Learn how to make silver jewelry without saws or power tools by using metal clay. This flexible medium can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln or torch-fired to become 99.9% pure silver. Each week, students will learn and apply new techniques for working with metal clay and create a variety of unique jewelry designs. All tools provided. Class includes materials for first class. 

$203 members, $220 non-members

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID F86023, Summer I 2023 Session

Learn the art of paper quilling: using thin strips of rolled paper formed into various shapes and glued to make a design. It’s an easy technique to learn with unlimited application possibilities! In this class you will have the opportunity to make notecards or artwork to frame and hang on the wall.

$59 members/$74 non-members

Price includes Arboretum admission, tools, & supplies

Register Here

2 week class: April 8 & 15

Mokume gane is a Japanese technique of combining different metals together to create beautiful patterns reminiscent of wood-grain. When working using traditional metalsmithing techniques it can be a very labor-intensive process that requires special tools and equipment. Luckily this technique can be done in metal clay, saving time and material. In this class, you will learn several mokume gane techniques using Art Clay Copper and Silver to create stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry. 

$153 member/$163 non-member - Registration includes all supplies & tools

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID D864W23, Spring 2023 session

4 week class: Thursdays 3/16-4/6

Learn to make jewelry using metal clay, a flexible medium that can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln fired to become pure metal. In this class students will try several base metal clays including copper, light bronze, and red bronze. Base metal clays employ the same techniques as silver metal clay but offers a much less expensive alternative. Students will learn multiple techniques to create a variety of pieces of their own design. Class fee includes metal clay for all class sessions, gemstones, and patinas

$203 members, $220 non-members

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID D86223, Spring I 2023 Session

4 week class: Tuesdays, 3/14-4/4

Learn how to make silver jewelry without saws or power tools by using metal clay. This flexible medium can be rolled, stamped, cut, and manipulated like traditional clay. Finished pieces are kiln or torch-fired to become 99.9% pure silver. Each week, students will learn and apply new techniques for working with metal clay and create a variety of unique jewelry designs. All tools provided. Class includes materials for first class. 

$203 members, $220 non-members

Register on the Minnetonka Center for the Arts website or email registration@minnetonkaARTS.org.

Class ID D86023, Spring I 2023 Session

2 week class: Saturday 1/28 & 2/4

Learn multiple ways to set gemstones in metal clay. Unlike traditional silver work, no soldering or power tools are required! Stones can be set easily into the clay and fired into place to create stunning jewelry. Students will learn basic metal clay skills as well as stone setting techniques. Perfect for beginner or experienced metal clay artists. All tools provided. Class fee includes materials for the first class.

$127 members, $135 non-members

Register Here - search for C86123
 

2 week class: Saturday 1/14 & 1/21

Making your own custom jewelry is fun, and the result is your own unique, one of a kind design! Learn how to make earrings, necklaces, and bracelets using beads. We’ll cover it all, from idea to design to putting everything together securely.

$111 member/$120 non-member

Register here, Search for class C86522