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The Sacramento Mineral Society offers a variety of classes in a wide range of Earth Science topics
and hands-on workshops in jewelry making and nature-related crafts.
Previous offerings include:
* Wire Wrap * Metal Smithing * Lost Wax Casting * Beading * Bone Carving
* Soft Stone Carving * Dichroic Glass Fusing * Mineral Identification
Coming Soon: Silver Art Clay!
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Cabochon Making
Turn that wonderful rock find into a polished cabochon ready for setting.
One-on-one instruction in cabochon making is offered during regular shop hours every Wednesday and Saturday.
Regular $7.00 shop fee includes instruction by our experienced and helpful Shop Stewards.
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Dichroic Glass Fusing!!
Kevin Beguhl is now offering classes in glass fusing two Saturdays a month (usually the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month). Both beginners or those experienced with the process are welcome, as Kevin shares techniques in a very open, free form style, addressing the experience level of each participant. Contact Kevin at (916) 459-7556 to confirm the date of the next class.
Regular shop fee of $7.00 plus a fee for materials used is charged.
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Wire Wrap
The SMS is fortunate to have a gifted wire-wrap artist who is willing to share his techniques through group, hands-on instruction. President Kevin Beguhl has a unique wrapping style that is popular throughout the Sacramento area and has been accepted as an artist in the 2006 KVIE Art Auction; Kevin has again had a piece accepted for the 2007 KVIE Auction, as did his 6-year old daughter, Katerina!
Kevin is currently leading wire-wrap workshops twice a month. Whether you are a beginner or have tried your hand at wire wrapping before, come join the workshop at any time and have some fun. Contact Kevin at (916) 459-7556 to confirm the date of the next class.
Tools are available for use and Kevin has an abundance of both gold-filled and sterling silver wire available for purchase at each workshop.
Regular $7.00 shop fee plus nominal fee for wire.
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These attractive pieces were created
in one of Jan's classes in 2004
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