Forging Copper Money Clips with Beth Holmberg

Why a money clip?  It’s a fun bit of useful “pocket jewelry.”  It’s a great way to keep your Euros and Pesos organized when travelling.  It can even be used as a napkin holder for a retro table-setting.  And copper ages beautifully with use, developing a lovely warm patina, full of natural highlights.   

In this class, you’ll get a taste of some basic metalsmithing skills while forging a handmade monogrammed money clip.  Step-by-step demonstration and instruction will guide you through a variety of hand-tool skills- you’ll learn how to cut, file, stamp, texture, and shape copper sheet with a hammer.  There will be plenty of opportunities for you to experiment and add your own twist to the design, making it uniquely yours.  Expect a bit of material science sprinkled in with practical tips on body-friendly hammering and supportive coaching! 

Student Prerequisites:  No previous experience needed!  Reasonable vision (use readers/cheaters as needed); hand strength sufficient to open jars; willingness to try.