Hydraulic Press: Metal Sampler Quilt

Learn from Sarah Chapman

Are you a jeweler with a hydraulic press sitting in your studio collecting dust? Or are you on the fence about whether you NEED a hydraulic press? Whether you own a hydraulic press, thinking about getting one, or want to use it in our studio, this fast-paced workshop will show you how to create form and texture in metal with the hydraulic press to create a “sampler quilt.” 

Through a combination of demonstration and practice:

• Learn how to achieve results not easily accomplished with any other methods by using the hydraulic press to experiment with techniques, such as embossing, pillowing, and die-cutting. 

• Learn to utilize mechanical or “cold connections” that require just a few tools and no soldering, such as wire wrapping, mushroom rivets, tube rivets, stitching, staples, and using miniature nuts and bolts.

• Create your sampler quilt to hang on your wall or wear as a piece of jewelry.  

While this is an introductory level workshop, some fundamental metalwork experience is recommended. Skills needed to satisfactorily complete the project include the ability to use a jeweler’s saw frame and prior experience with filing metal.

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