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Stamp, texture, and form a copper blank shape. 
 Solder bezel cup and wire, finish by setting your stone. 

In our Bolo Tie or Pendant class, students will receive 1 copper shape, 1 bezel cup and a leather cord with bolo ends.
The base metal and shapes included in the class price are:

• Copper

The base shapes included in the class price are:

• Large circle.
• Medium circle.
• Square.
• Square cut in half

For an additional cost, students can upgrade to the following shapes:

• Shapes selected from our copper shape drawers that are large enough to conceal the bolo loops.

Students will get a 12mm bezel cup and stone.

• Upgraded bezel cups and stones available for purchase.

Students will get a leather cord and bolo ends.


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Class Activities and Techniques:​​

1. Layout: Students will learn how to trace a bezel cup onto a base plate.
2. Stamping and Texturing: Students will explore various stamping and texturing techniques, using a wide range of tools to create unique designs on their copper shapes.
3. Forming: Students will form wire into a figure-8 shape, bend it at the center, and file it flat for a bolo. Alternatively, they can form the wire into a jump ring for a pendant.
4. Soldering: Students will solder the bezel cup onto the base plate and attach the figure-8 wire or jump ring to the back of the base plate.
5. Finishing: Students will complete their piece by brass brushing or applying patina, then set the stone to finalize their design.

4 hour group class  
$110 Per Person
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No experience needed.
All tools and materials will be provided.
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Student's Finished Bolo Ties or Pendants

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"Delia Dante studio classes are always wonderful. Christina was a delightful instructor, and we were able to make a gorgeous Spinner Ring in one session. Patient, Informative, and Inspiring!"
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