About

This skills-based class teaches you how to texture sheet metal using the rolling mill. By putting metal through the rolling mill with a texturing material, such as a paper or steel texture plate, you press the design into the metal.

Texturing makes the surface of copper, brass, or silver sheet more interesting because the variations in depth catch the light differently. It also can enhance the design of your project by conveying a theme, such as flowing water, wood grain, or patterned fabric.

Details

Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate

Details

• A $23 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers the materials needed.
• Students should bring:
  • Apron
  • Towels for drying metal and hands
  • Pen, notebook, Ultra Fine-Point Sharpie or other pen that writes on metal

Project

You will make several sheets of textured metal that you can use as a base for future projects such as pendants, brooches, earrings, and more. You can use the metal as-is or enamel it.

Prerequisites

It is recommended that you have taken Introduction to Jewelry: Skills Class and Introduction to the Jeweler's Torch at BARN or equivalent classes elsewhere. 

You must be able to cut, file, and anneal metal.

Class Policies

• Ages 14 and up are welcome.
• For your safety, please:
  • Wear closed-toe shoes
  • Tie back long hair
  • Wear natural-fiber clothing
  • Avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry