of art & design
For jewelry & metals classes and studio use, participants must be age 18 or older and have health insurance. All classes include a pass for access to the jewelry studio for the semester. Workshops do not include a studio pass but workshop participants may purchase a studio pass at the level I price.
The studio is available for use without taking a class. More information>
Cancellations: For a refund, the Crafts Center staff must be notified of a cancellation at least 7 days before the class or workshop begins; $10 is non-refundable. If the class or workshop is cancelled by the Crafts Center, you will receive a full refund.
Absences: To receive the best experience and get the most out of your class, attendance at all classes is important as there are no provisions for make-up sessions for missed classes.
For NCSU Students Only - Beat the Heat: Session C. Find all the details on the NCSU Students Only page & view more classes especially for NC State Students.
METAL JEWELRY: DISCOVER YOUR PERSONAL STYLE 
Instructor: Mary Ann Scherr
Students in this class will be exposed to a mix of classical and contemporary uses of tools and methods with a strong emphasis on design and personal expression. Accomplishment will be determined by the complexity of technique to be learned. Experimentation is encouraged. Supply fee covers basic lab needs and Nu-Gold (bronze) used in making the initial project. Purchase of additional metals will be discussed during the first class. Visit Mary Ann’s website at www.maryannscherr.com.
Tuesdays for 6 weeks, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, beginning
June 4 (skip July 2)
Supply fee
$24
Class fee
I = $82
II = $147
III = $163
THE PATTERNED BRACELET
Instructor: Lillian Jones
Make a cool linked cuff! The focus for this class will be in the making of an articulated bracelet. Working mostly with copper, Nu-gold and silver, students will use the acid-free photocopy transfer method of texturing metal, hammer texturing, roller printing & applique as a means for embellishing links for a serious fashion statement. Visit Lillian’s website at www.enamellist.com.
Monday evenings for 6 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning
June 3
Supply fee
$24
Class fee
I = $49
II = $88
III = $98
ELECTRO-ETCHING: Salt, a Battery, and a Little Patience (Workshop)
Instructor: John Fetvedt
Get hands-on experience with electro-etching metal without using messy or corrosive acids. The same technique, with minor changes, may also be used to etch silver. Suitable for beginners and more advanced metalsmiths, the equipment can easily be set up and used in your home studio. A $25 materials fee, paid to the instructor at the end of the workshop, includes all class supplies and an ample amount of copper for use during the workshop.. Visit John’s website at www.bijoux-de-terre.com.
Saturday, June 22, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Class fee
I = $19
II = $34
III = $38
RAW – IT’S NOT JUST FOR SUSHI ANYMORE! 
Instructor: Naomi Profesorsky
In this two week beadweaving class, we'll learn the simple yet versatile RAW - Right Angle Weave - technique. First, we'll make a beautiful beaded RAW necklace. Then the second week, we'll make a matching pendant or ring to complete your fabulous set.
Thursday evenings for 2 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning July 11
Supply fee
$15
Class fee
I = $17
II = $30
III = $33
For NCSU Students Only -Beat the Heat: Session C. Find all the details on the NCSU Students Only page & view more classes especially for NC State Students.
CRAFTS CENTER INFORMATION: 919.515.2457