Barb Helfer

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Mar 2, 2023 Business Meeting & News

The first Thursday of the month is a busy time for all members of The Villages Gem and Mineral Society with something for each and every person. See you there! Jewelry Making Special Interest Group 6-7:30pm Our first SIG class was held on Feb 23 and it will be on Free Form Wire Wrapping, and if […]

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Oct 6, 2022 Business Meeting and Silent Auction

October 2022 Business Meeting Thursday, October 6, 2022 will be the second business meeting of the fall. The meeting will start at 7:30pm and be followed with a Silent Auction. Topics to be discussed are the Pre-Christmas Show being held on November 10, 2022 at the Seabreeze Recreational Center, as well as each committee providing […]

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April 7 Business Meeting

The first Thursday of the month is when we have our business meeting. There is a lot of news and we will be having a presentation on pearls this month by club members. Bring in your examples to share with the club members, and be sure to stick around after the workshop/activity of your choice! […]

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Classic Cocktail Ring

Thur October 28 Cocktail Ring making Class

On Thursday, October 28th we will be learning how to make a classic cocktail ring. Carey Beasley will be teaching the class that evening from 6pm-9pm. This will be a great opportunity to learn something new! See you there at 6pm! Supplies 20 Gauge Round Wire 22 1/2 gauge half round wire. Also 4mm beads 4-5 […]

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Beginners Viking Knitting with Wendy Griffith on Thursday, August 26

On Thursday, August 26, at 6:00 pm Wendy Griffith is teaching Beginning Viking Knitting . The process involves knitting the wire around a rod (or wooden dowel) and then pulling it through a draw plate to get it to the desired final diameter.   Items that you will need are: Plastic Draw Plate (most easily […]

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Hammered Copper, Teardrop Link necklace and earring set.

Thurs July 22 Hammered Copper, Teardrop Link Class

The Wire Wrappers/Jewelry Makers will have their next class on July 22 (4th Thursday), at 6:00pm. Nancy Buettner will demonstrate how to make a “Hammered Copper, Teardrop Link” necklace and earring set.  Everyone from beginner to advanced will be able to create this project.  Hope to see you there.  What you need for the class: WIRE: […]

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