"Art washes from the Soul the dust of everyday Life."
Pablo Picasso
PMC, Art Clay Silver, Metal Clay, Silver Clay Classes & Workshops in Windsor, CT
Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver In Depth Workshop
Saturday 10-5
Tuition is $95 Materials are extra
During this one day workshop you will truly immerse yourself into working with Metal Clay.
We will cover care and use of metal clay, forms of metal clay, tools and supplies, basic construction, rolling, texturing, cutting, coiling, layering and joining as you make a beautiful layered pendant.
We will then progress to stone setting, the use of the syringe, setting fused glass and more. We will also cover sanding, firing, brushing, polishing and applying patinas. You will create several beautiful pieces as 
you learn the skills to create with this magical product.
One day workshop - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Offered on the following dates:
January 16, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20 & February 27
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver Sweetheart Pendant Evening Class - 6:30 p.m.
Tuition is $28 Plus Materials
Some Experience Required
During this fun class you will learn how to use coils and balls of clay to create a whimsical yet elegant setting for sparkling cubic zirconias. You will learn how to create a bezel, sand it smooth, and then attach the coils and balls in your choice of shape and design. These pendants are addictive! Once you've made one, you'll want to make 100!
Offered on the following dates:
Friday, January 22 and Thursday, February 11
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver Rings Evening Class - 6:30 p.m.
Tuition is $28 Plus Materials
Some Experience Required
Learn several methods for creating rings using metal clay by working directly on a mandrel. We will explore using a mandrel, sizing, allowing for shrinkage, setting stones and or glass, decorating with syringe, using coils, texturing and shaping rings. The possibilities are endless in this fun and exciting class.
Offered on the following dates:
Friday, January 29 & Friday, February 26 - 6:30 p.m.
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver Lentil Beads Evening Class - 6:30 p.m.
Tuition is $28 Plus Materials
Some Experience Required
Double sided lentil shaped beads are a fun and fabulous way to play with color, shape, texture and form. In this fun one night class you will learn how to create two unique circular designs which will then be shaped, dried, sanded and bonded together to create one fabulous 
reversible focal bead.
Offered on the following dates:
Thursday, January 28 & Thursday, February 25 - 6:30 p.m.
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver Sculptural Forms Evening Class - 6:30 p.m.
Tuition is $28 Plus Materials
Some Experience Required
The beauty of metal clay is that it can be shaped and molded to create depth and dimension without a lot of bulk. During this class, you will learn how to create a dimensional mold out of polymer clay. Once this mold is baked, it can be used over and over again to drape metal clay over, giving you a basic shape which you can then embellish and alter any way you would like.
Offered on the following dates:
Thursday, January 21 - 6:30 p.m.
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Private Metal Clay, PMC, Art Clay Silver Classes by Appointment with Lis-el Crowley
As a Certified Senior Instructor and Wholesale Distributor of Art Clay Silver, I am dedicated to assisting you in exploring this wonderful creative medium. I will work with you to schedule private classes and workshops to help you reach your personal creative goals.
Call me at 860 688-4333 to discuss the possibilities.
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Art Clay Silver
Level 1 Certification
in Windsor, CT
with Lis-el Crowley
In order to become a certified instructor, you must successfully complete the Level One Certification course. This course is designed to provide an in-depth knowledge of Art Clay. The curriculum consists of seven different projects taught over 24 hours of instruction (typically three eight hour days), and covers a variety of techniques. Some of the techniques include use of organic forms, creating flat and round-shank rings, addition and firing of gemstones and glass, creating a mirror finish, and much more. This course provides general and technical information, as well as some helpful teaching guidelines.
Upon successful completion of this course, you are entitled to:
- 35% discount on Art Clay Silver Series products
- Teach Art Clay Introductory classes
- Take the Senior Level Certification Course
This is a three day workshop which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Call for dates. Tuition is $650 which includes tools and materials
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Metalsmithing Classes & Workshops
To Register - Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333
Wire & Bead Jewelry with Lis-el Crowley
Thursday, February 4 - 6:30 p.m.
In this one night class, you will learn about the properties, gauges and types of wire, the best tools for working with wire, and proper wire working techniques. You will complete clasps and other jewerly items utilizing appropriate gauged wire for the projects you select. You will also learn basic wire-wrapping of a variety of beads which you can incorporate into your designs. A great combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands on experience, this class will give you a solid foundation to help kickstart your metalsmithing experience.
All tools and materials are available for use and purchase. You are also welcome to bring your own.
Tuition - $28 plus materials which will vary based on items used.
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Fused Fine Silver Chain with Lis-el Crowley 
Friday, February 12 - 6:30 p.m.
Fine Silver can be fused together with a torch without the use of flux, solder, pickle, etc. During the fusing process, you can also melt the silver to create more free-form shapes which are lots of fun and very unique looking. During this class, you will learn how to create your own free-form pieces from fine silver wire, which can be used to make unique and beautiful jewelry.
Tuition - $28 plus materials
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Forged & Hammered Link Chain with Lis-el Crowley
Thursday, February 25 - 6:30 p.m.
Learn to solder, pickle, hammer, assemble and polish a beautiful hand forged chain link necklace or bracelet in this dynamic and exciting class. You will learn to create each link by hand using a heavy gauge of silver wire. You will also learn about the best tools and supplies for this type of product. You can texture, shape and distress each link, or leave it smooth, according to your taste. These hand forged chains are so much fun you'll want to make several. All tools and materials are available here for your use and also to purchase.
Tuition - $28 plus materials
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Soldered Silver Filigree with Lis-el Crowley
Thursday, March 4 - 6:30 p.m.
By bending, twisting, hammering and soldering silver wire, you can create beautiful patterns which can be utilized to create stunning jewelry. Whether simple or complex, these designs will truly be an expression of your creative essence. Once complete, the filigrees can be combined with chain, beads & findings to create wearable works of art..
Tuition - $28 plus materials
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Fused Glass Classes in Windsor, CT
To Register - Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333
Basic Fused Glass with Lis-el Crowley
Thursday, Jan. 28 or Friday, Feb. 6 - 6:30 p.m.
This one night class will teach you how to layer colored, dichroic and clear glass in a variety of ways to create shimmering and beautiful jewelry sized cabochons. This class will cover types of glass, compatability, cutting glass, desigining your piece for shape and color, and more. Because of the huge pallette of colors we always have on hand here at Art & Soul, the design possibilities are endless.
Tuition - $28 plus materials which varies based on glass used
Call Lis-el at 860 688-4333 to register or for more information
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Bench Time - Kilns,
Tools and Supplies
Want to continue fusing glass, but don't want to buy a kiln or don't have room for a studio? Take advantage of Bench Time here at Art & Soul. For $5 per hour, you can create to your heart's content in our studio. You can select from our huge pallette of colored and dichroic glass and pay only for the glass you actually use. We will fire your pieces for you at no extra charge.
If you do want to set up a home studio, we are distributors for Paragon Kilns and sell them typically at 20% off retail. We also sell glass, tools and supplies and can advise you on what you will need to get your home studio started.
Call or stop by for more information - 860 688-4333
Fine Art & Artisan Gallery
645bb Poquonock Avenue
Windsor, CT 06095
860 688-4333
Email - lisel33@sbcglobal.net
Open Tuesday - Friday 11-6
Saturday 10 - 5