Wednesday, October 28
6 to 8pm
18+
*$95 Bring Your Own Mask
or
*$115 We Provide Your Mask
Limit 12
Transform forgotten fragments into one-of-a-kind wearable art in this creative, hands-on jewelry workshop! Artist Christy Brinkman will guide students in turning reclaimed ceramic pieces—such as broken pottery, vintage china, or found ceramic treasures—into beautiful pendant jewelry using metal soldering techniques. You’ll explore the process of designing and creating a custom pendant while gaining practical experience with jewelry-making tools and materials. Learn how to safely solder metal around ceramic pieces to create beautiful settings that highlight the unique colors, patterns, and stories found within each fragment.
Whether you're new to jewelry making or looking to expand your creative skills, this class offers an exciting introduction to soldering, metalworking, and sustainable art practices. You'll leave with a finished pendant, newfound confidence in soldering techniques, and inspiration for transforming everyday discarded materials into meaningful works of art. No prior experience is necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Come ready to create, experiment, and give new life to beautiful pieces of the past.
*All supplies will be provided except a respirator mask. If you have one, please bring it. If you would like us to purchase one for you, please indicate that at checkout. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.
Instructor Christy Brinkman-Robertson is a jewelry maker that's passionate about reusing and repurposing items, specializing in transforming everyday materials into one-of-a-kind earrings and necklaces. She has been making jewelry since 2012 and has put her studio art degree to use in this work, starting Lovely Upcycled Things, a line of jewelry. You can view this work at lovelyupcycledthings.com, on Instagram @lovelyupcycledthings, and some work is currently being sold in the Foundry Art Centre gift shop. She is based out of Terre Haute, Indiana, where she also works as the art curator for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's art collection. She loves to be surrounded by arts and crafts in every aspect of life!