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One-on-one classes as well as small group events in basic jewelry fabrication or specialized techniques. Making your own jewelry is rewarding and satisfying. Janise personally works with you to teach you step by step of every process to create jewelry in the styles you love to wear and give.
This is your time, you have the flexibility to choose the project, style, technique, and speed of the session. This private lesson makes a great gift.

Project Session Ideas:

• Basics - learn to string beads, clasps, making loops and links, connections, supplies and tools
• Earrings - beaded, hammered wire, or cut metal shapes
• Bracelets - beaded, hammered wired, stackables, or cuff
• Necklaces - pendants, charms, or beaded
• Rings - wire, stacking, flatware, etc
• Old jewelry remake - bring your old jewelry and we will recreate it into a new style
• Found Objects - bring a collected item we will make it into a one of a kind piece of jewelry

Included: private instruction, use of Janise's studio, tools, and equipment during the lesson.
Materials: You have the option of supplying your own materials or Janise can supply the materials (extra fee).
Duration: Private instruction sessions are typically 2-3 hours. The number of hours and sessions required depends on the project and your current knowledge of the techniques.

​About Your Instructor:  Janise is a multimedia artist and a juried jewelry artists and has exhibited her work in many galleries. She is experienced in various levels and many jewelry making techniques and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others.

Fees:  Private instruction begins at $35/hr per person + materials. A project planning fee may apply. (Due to COVID-19, there is a two student maximum at this time and masks are required)
Location:  Sessions are held in Janise's studio or outdoors (weather permitting) in State College, PA. Your location could be an option, we can discuss this.
Ordering & Payment Details:  book now

• Schedule on-line
• Materials are extra, fees vary by project, Janise will invoice before the classes begin.
• Payment for private instruction is required to reserve studio and instructor. Recurring sessions may be billed weekly or monthly. Janise will provide one invoice for group reservations. The invoice for group reservations may be split into two parts: a 50% non-refundable deposit, and the remaining balance due at time of service. Payment for special order materials may be required in advance.

Have questions, email or call/text Janise

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