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Polymer Clay Workshops
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Polymer Clay is a beautiful relatively clean medium to create a variety of crafts for all ages. With the enthusiastic guidance of Deb, you will create works of art that will surprise you.
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Bring laughter to your event with Deb Jaffe's upbeat presentation. With years of experience in jewelry design, Deb Jaffe will have you exceeding your own expectations.
Kids Crafts
Jewelry and Wire Workshops
Kids Crafts
Deb Jaffe, a seasoned pro art instructor and parent, will make sure your kids safe while guiding them step by step through their projects.
#+ (recommended age of participants), ○easy ◎moderate ⨂hard ▦ max number of participants
Galaxy Jewelry
8+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
By incorporating polymer clay and "mix-ins" each participant creates at least 2 pieces of space inspired jewelry. This program incorporates a lot of different techniques. Perfect for all ages. *a little messier than some other projects
Cardinal Relief
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own 3D painting of a cardinal on a branch. Every one is different. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required. Can be customized seasonally.
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Gnomes
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Create miniature Gnomes for every personality type. Depending on age, season and skill level this workshop can be customized for any event.
Yeti Ornament
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Using imagination and some structural armature each participant will leave with a yeti whose personality is all their own. This is a perfect winter project and makes a great holiday ornament. Can be customized to fit your own ideas.
Peacock - 3D Relief Painting
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own 3"x6" peacock 3D Painting. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required.
Tulip Bouquet 3D "painting"
12+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Learn to make a simple petal "cane" then create a beautiful flower arrangement. Some sharp tools are required.
Mushroom Jar
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Make a whimsical mushroom jar by creating realistic mushrooms and adhering them to a small jar.
Hydrangea Relief Painting
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Hydrangea Flower Relief which can be framed. Perfect for gift giving. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required.
Mini Foods
8+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make 3 mini foods from a preselected menu. This workshop focuses on sculpting ad surface techniques to mimic reality. Some sharp cutting tools are required. Can be customized seasonally or by preference.
Pumpkin Door
10+ ○ ◎ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own pumpkin door which can be reused every year. (Pumpkin not included) This project has it all, sculpture, surface texturing and can be adjusted seasonally. Sharp cutting tools required.
#popular project
Steampunk Notebook Cover
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
This workshop focuses on surface texture, embedding objects, faux finishes, color application and the use of imagination. Some sharp cutting tools are required.
Mini Succulent Garden
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
This is by far the most popular project. Each Participant will make their own 3 plant, permanent succulent garden. This workshop focuses on imitating life, form and following directions. Sharp cutting tools required.
#popular project
Dragon Ornament
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own little dragon pet. Every one is different and is popular with all ages. This project focuses on form and creativity and can be modified for any skill level or age group.
#popular project
Holiday Bear Ornament
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own bear ornament. This project focuses on form and creativity and can be modified for any skill level or age group. Can be adjusted seasonally, perfect baby shower craft project.
#holiday
Cherry Blossom -3D Relief “Panting”
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own 3D Cherry Blossom painting. Every one will be different. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required. Can be customized seasonally.
#popular project
Koi Fish Ornament
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Koi fish ornament. This project focuses on form and creativity and can be modified for any skill level or age group.
Dragon Egg Box
12+ ◎ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Dragon Egg Stash box. This project focuses on hollow form creation surface texturing and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required
Snowy Owl Ornament
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Owl Ornament. This project has it all, sculpture, surface texturing and can be adjusted seasonally and for all skill levels.
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Mini Sushi
10+ ○ ◎ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours.
Each Participant will make their own clay sushi. This project is a bit of everything. sculpting, caning, surface texturing, color work. Sharp cutting tools are required.
#popular
Dragon Relief Tile
8+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours.
Each Participant will make their own Dragon relief. This class will flex your creative Muscles. Every one will be different. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required. Can be customized seasonally.
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New Year Zodiac
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Zodiac animal corresponding to that year. This project has it all, sculpture, surface texturing and can be adjusted seasonally and for all skill levels.
Turtle Sculpture
14+ ○ ◎ ▦14 3+ hours.
This workshop is fast paced and participants will need to follow directions to complete on time. This workshop focuses on caning, sculpting, surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required. This class can be modified for children under 14 with different coloring.
Elephant Relief
10+ ○ ◎ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours.
Each Participant will make their own elephant stash box. This project has it all, sculpture, surface texturing and can be adjusted seasonally. Sharp cutting tools required.
Fairy House
6+ ○ ◎ ⨂ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours.
Each Participant will make their own fairy house. Can be customized for any age group or skill level or for any or season. This project is the most robust in terms of creativity and customization. Your imagination and skill levels are the only restrictions.
#popular project
Anime Pets
6+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours.
Each Participant will make their own fantasy pet. Every one will be different. Can be customized for age or interests This project has it all, sculpture, surface texturing and can be adjusted seasonally and for all skill levels.
Magnolia Relief
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Magnolia Flower Relief which can be framed. Perfect for gift giving. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required.
Iris Relief
10+ ○ ▦14 2.5 - 3 hours
Each Participant will make their own Iris Flower Relief which can be framed. Perfect for gift giving. This workshop focuses on surface texture, form and color. Some sharp cutting tools are required. Can be customized seasonally.
Polymer clay Lei
12+ ◎⨂ ▦14 5+ hours
Each Participant will make a polymer clay ombre lei chain necklace This workshop is meant for more experienced crafters. It combines many techniques including skinner blend, forming flowers and chain making. This is usually a one full day or 2 day event.
Leprechaun Pin or Magnet
6+ ○ ▦14 1-1.5 hours
Each Participant will make their own leprechaun pin or magnet.
#+ (recommended age of participants), ○easy ◎moderate ⨂hard ▦ max number of participants
Jewelry & Wire
#+ (recommended age of participants), ○easy ◎moderate ⨂hard ▦ max number of participants
Pharaoh Chain Bracelet
12+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn to make a beaded coil chain bracelet.
(Price is for glass beads and natural copper wire, other material selections may be an upcharge)
Stretch Bracelets
8+ ○ ▦14 1-2 hours
Each Participant will learn to properly design and make one beaded stretch bracelet. (Price is for glass crystal and basic metal beads, other bead selections may be an upcharge)
*This workshop can be customized for groups as large as 50 participants
Samurai Chain
10+ ○ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn to follow a simple pattern and weave chain maille.
*completion is not guaranteed
Lotus Cage Wire Wrapping
10+ ○ ▦12 1 - 2 hours
Each Participant will learn to follow a pattern and properly execute a wire wrapped tumbled stone pendant. Material upgrades available for additional cost
Gaia Spiral Beaded Earrings
10+ ○ ▦12 1-2 hours
Best for ages 12+
Each Participant will learn to follow a simple pattern and make 2 matching earrings.
Gaia Spiral CZ Pendant
10+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn to follow a pattern and make a wire wrapped cubic zirconia pendant. Minimum 60 day lead time due to sourcing materials
(Price and availability dependent on material availability)
Byzantine Chain Maille
12+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn to follow a pattern and weave byzantine chain maille.
*completion is not guaranteed Some hand dexterity required
Crazy Crochet Wire Basket
10+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn to crochet wire to form a a basket. This is a very social project perfect for adult social groups.
*completion is not guaranteed
Knot Your Mother's Pearls
10+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each Participant will learn pearl knotting. Basic pearls or glass beads with base metal findings. Upgraded materials available for upcharge
Empress Cuff Bracelet
12+ ◎ ▦12 2 - 3 hours
Each participant will make a wire cuff bracelet by following a pattern. There is some measuring and easy math involved.
Mala Tassel Necklace
12+ ◎ ▦12 3+ hours
Each Participant will learn to properly design and make one beaded mala style tassel necklace. (Price is for glass crystal and metal beads, other bead selections may be an upcharge)
Crimped and Clasped Bracelet
12+ ○ ▦12 1-2+ hours
Each Participant will learn to design and make one crimpled and clasped bracelet. (Price is for glass crystal and base metal beads, other bead selections may be an upcharge)
*This workshop can be customized for groups as large as 50 participants
Chain Tassel Earrings
12+ ◎ ▦12 2+ hours
Each Participant will learn to design and make a pair of chain tassel earrings. This class works with wire wrapping, design, and symmetry. (Price is for glass crystal and metal beads, other bead selections may be an upcharge)
Dream Catcher
8+ ○ ▦14 2+ hours
Each Participant will learn to make a traditional dream catcher with ribbon and embellishments of beads and found objects.
Make a Memory Bracelet
8+ ○ ▦14 2+ hours
Each Participant will make one 2 loop memory wire bracelet. (Price is for glass crystal and metal beads, other bead selections may be an upcharge)
*This workshop can be customized for groups as large as 50 participants
#+ (recommended age of participants), ○easy ◎moderate ⨂hard ▦ max number of participants
These projects are best for little hands and limited dexterity
#+ (recommended age of participants), ○easy ◎moderate ⨂hard ▦ max number of participants
Seasonal Pin or Magnet
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Little hands version of the adult/ teen program. No sharp tools. Can be modified for any season.
Modified Koi Fish
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Little hands version of the adult/ teen program. No cutting tools. Can be modified for any season.
One Tiny Food Item
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Select one tiny food item to create. YOu can choose from ice cream sundae, rainbow cake, sandwich and many more. Some are more intricate than others. *everyone makes the same item Can be adjusted by season or event.
Minimal cutting tools.
Simple Castle
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Each participant will make a simple castle.
Up to 12 participants. minimal cutting tools.
Paper Wings (costume)
6+ ○ ▦10 1.5 hours
Hosts can choose the types of wings they want to make in advance. Choose from birds, angel, butterfly and dragons. This event may take a bit more room than the others. This is a very fun program for little kids and can be modified for a variety of seasons and interests.
Paper Dragon or Fish (costume)
4+ ○ ▦10 1.5 hours
Hosts can choose dragons or fish or birds. This event may take a bit more room than the others. This is a very fun program for little kids and can be modified for a variety of seasons and interests
Modified Dragons
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Little hands version of the adult/ teen program. No cutting tools. Each Participant will make their own fantasy dragon. Every one will be different. Can be customized for age or interests. Can be modified for any season.
Penguin Buddies
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Everybody loves a little penguin buddy. In this workshop we will make a waddle of penguins with personality. No cutting tools. Every one will be different.
Clay Dough
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Each participant will make their own batch of colored claydough. Participants are encouraged to share to mix colors. This workshop is ALWAYS a crowd pleaser.
***ALERGY WARNING - CONTAINS WHEAT***
Magic Wands
This workshop is for beginners to pros. Up to 12 participants. 1-2 hours
Best for ages 6+
Friendly Gnome
Each participant will make their very own friendly gnome.
Up to 12 participants.
Under 90 minutes.
No cutting tools.
Best for ages 6+
Fantasy Friends (modified)
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Little hands version of the adult/ teen program. No cutting tools. Each Participant will make their own fantasy pet. Every one will be different. Can be customized for age or interests. Can be modified for any season.
Modified Holiday Bear
6+ ○ ▦12 1.5 hours
Little hands version of the adult/ teen program. No cutting tools. Each Participant will make their own holiday bear. Every one will be different. Can be customized for age or interests. Can be modified for any season.