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July, 2026
Introduction to working with wax
Instructor: Andrew Floyd
Discover the creative possibilities of working in wax to make 3 dimensional jewellery. Unlike traditional metalwork, it can be done simply at home with minimal tools, making it ideal for both beginners and those looking to expand their practice.
Carve a custom ring using professional tools
Understand the casting process and how wax becomes metal
Gain finishing skills including filing, sanding, and polishing
Leave with your own metal ring
Bilingual
Monday, July 6, Part 1
Monday, July 13, Part 2
Time: 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
2 classes of 4 hours each
$170.00 (taxes not included)
Wax materials $5.00
$175.00 Total (taxes not included)
Maximum 8 students per class
Day 1: Wax Carving
Introduction to wax
Tools and carving techniques
Designing and shaping your ring
Preparing your wax model for casting
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Important Note:
Casting is completed externally between sessions
Additional costs apply for casting and metal which is paid directly to the casting service
Day 2: Finishing Your Ring
Cleaning your cast metal piece
Filing and refining the form
Sanding and surface finishing
Polishing your ring
Introduction to Bead Knotting Workshop
Learn the art of traditional bead and pearl knotting in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Over two classes, participants will develop new skills and create a finished piece of jewelry using pearls or semi-precious beads.
Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
2 classes of 4 hours each
$190.00 (taxes not included)
Materials - A Necklace Kit of $ 48.00
Total - $238.00 (Taxes not included)
About the Instructor - Lucia Guerra
Trained at the Montréal Metal Arts Academy, Lucia integrates traditional beading techniques such as pearl knotting and bead weaving into her personal jewellery practice.
Her goal in this workshop is to introduce traditional bead knotting tools and techniques, inspiring students to design and create their own unique piece of beaded jewellery.
Session 1: Foundations of Bead Knotting
Introduction to tools and materials
Starting a strand of beads and learning the techniques of bead knotting
A look at clasps and finishing techniques
Session 2: Design & Completion of your piece
Selecting the beads and creation of the beaded necklace or bracelet
Incorporation of the clasp
Finishing the piece
Maximum 6 students per class
August, 2026
Introduction to Bead Knotting Workshop
Learn the art of traditional bead and pearl knotting in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Over two classes, participants will develop new skills and create a finished piece of jewelry using pearls or semi-precious beads.
Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
2 classes of 4 hours each
$190.00 (taxes not included)
Materials - A Necklace Kit of $ 48.00
Total - $238.00 (Taxes not included)
About the Instructor - Lucia Guerra
Trained at the Montréal Metal Arts Academy, Lucia integrates traditional beading techniques such as pearl knotting and bead weaving into her personal jewellery practice.
Her goal in this workshop is to introduce traditional bead knotting tools and techniques, inspiring students to design and create their own unique piece of beaded jewellery.
Session 1: Foundations of Bead Knotting
Introduction to tools and materials
Starting a strand of beads and learning the techniques of bead knotting
A look at clasps and finishing techniques
Session 2: Design & Completion of your piece
Selecting the beads and creation of the beaded necklace or bracelet
Incorporation of the clasp
Finishing the piece
Maximum 6 students per class