Instructor: Beth deVitry
Skill Level: Beginner
Immerse yourself in the ancient art of cloisonné enameling as you create a sun and moon pendant set against a backdrop of a vibrant sunrise sky and a serene moonlit night. In this class, you’ll work with fine silver wire and a fine silver base to bring your celestial design to life, combining rich colors and intricate craftsmanship to create a wearable piece of art.
In this class, you will learn:
Introduction to Cloisonné Enameling: Gain an understanding of this centuries-old technique, the tools and materials used, and how fine silver serves as the perfect medium for achieving fine details and vibrant color.
Designing Your Pendant: Learn how to sketch and transfer your sun and moon design to the fine silver base.
Wirework with Fine Silver: Discover the process of creating delicate compartments (cloisons) using fine silver wire, outlining the sun, moon, and the dynamic skies of your design.
Enameling Techniques: Master the art of applying enamel powders to the compartments, layering and firing each color to build the glowing colors of the sunrise and the tranquil moonlit sky. You’ll learn how to achieve smooth, even enamel surfaces with vibrant transitions. You will also learn to use 24k gold foil as an accent.
Finishing and Polishing: Complete your pendant with finishing touches, including troubleshooting, polishing, and cleaning, to enhance the luminous glow of the enamels.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a beautifully crafted pendant that features your sun and moon design in fine silver and vibrant enamel, perfect for wearing or gifting. We will be working with Japanese-leaded enamels for the best color. All materials and tools are provided. This class is ideal for beginners as well as those with some prior jewelry-making experience—just bring your creativity and a passion for learning!
Materials Needed: Students should bring paper, pencil and eraser, sharpie marker, preferred magnification if needed (optivisor)
Please note *** A materials fee of $55 is due to the instructor at the time of the class.
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About the Instructor:
Beth deVitry is an enamel artist with a studio in Lancaster Pennsylvania. After receiving her BFA from Maryland Institute of Art, she apprenticed with a German-trained goldsmith in Maryland. Working for 25 years at a fine jewelry store as a designer and bench jeweler, deVitry has always maintained her own jewelry practice. A Master Artisan with the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsman, Beth teaches and shows her work on the east coast. https://devitrydesigns.com/
Cancellation/Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we strive to accommodate our participants as best as possible. Please review our refund policy before registering for a workshop:
In order to request a withdrawal from a workshop, students must contact the Guild by phone at 717-431-8706 or contact us here.
Cancellations More Than 7 Days Before the Workshop
If a cancellation is made more than 7 days before the workshop, a 10% administrative fee will be deducted from any refund to the original form of payment to cover credit card processing and administrative costs. A workshop credit of 100% of the tuition may also be offered. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations Within 4-7 Days of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 4 to 7 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund to the original form of payment but may be transferred to another class or issued as a workshop credit for future use. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations 3 Days or Less of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 3 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
No-Show Policy
If you do not notify us ahead of the class and fail to attend, you are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
Classes canceled by the instructor or the Guild.
Students are eligible to receive a 100% refund to the original form of payment or workshop credit if the workshop is canceled by the instructor or the Guild. Workshop credits expire within 6 months of the date of the workshop.
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The Art of Cloisonné Enameling: Crafting a Sun & Moon Pendant in Fine Silver - Day 1
2025-07-12
9:30 am - 4:30 pm -
The Art of Cloisonné Enameling: Crafting a Sun & Moon Pendant in Fine Silver - Day 2
2025-07-13
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Venue: PA Guild of Craftsmen
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