2009
I have scheduled my entire 2009 classes below. Although I do not expect of make any changes in this schedule, please come back and check it from time to time. There are two ways to check the schedule, by the towns that they are scheduled in, and by the dates that they are scheduled on.
If you would like to schedule a class in your town or close to you,
be sure to E-mail me, or call me at 303-517-1068.
If you would like to schedule a private class and I will be in your area,
be sure to E-mail me, or call me at 303-517-1068.








Most of my classes fill up about two months before the class, so please contact me, or the bead store in the listing to enroll early.
After January 1, 2008
Academy of Silversmithing and Art Metal
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My 2009 Class Schedule By Date

October  -  November  -  December
October, 2009

October 29 and 30
Thursday and Friday
Medford, Oregon
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
This class will be taught at a private home with a workshop, and the address will not be published until you sign up and pay the 50% deposit.
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


October 31 and November 1
Saturday and Sunday
Medford, Oregon
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
This class will be taught at a private home with a workshop, and the address will not be published until you sign up and pay the 50% deposit.
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.

November, 2009

November 7 and 8
Saturday and Sunday
Salt Lake City, Utah
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
The Bead Fairy   801-571-7166

9417 So. Union Square, Sandy,  (UT) 84093
URL: http://TheBeadFairyUT.com/                email: TheBeadFairyUT@aol.com
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


November 12 and 13
Thursday and Friday
Santa Monica, California
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Beadniks     310-395-0033
203 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


November 14 and 15
Saturday and Sunday
Santa Monica, California
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Beadniks     310-395-0033
203 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.



November 19 and 20
Thursday and Friday
Tucson (Oro Valley), Arizona
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Design & Adorn Beading Studio   520-395-2191
7862 N. Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ  85704
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


November 21 and 22
Saturday and Sunday
Tucson (Oro Valley), Arizona
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Design & Adorn Beading Studio   520-395-2191
7862 N. Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ  85704
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.

December, 2009

December 3 and 4
Thursday and Friday
Dublin, Ohio
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Busy Beaders   614-210-1051
5043 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. #105, Dublin, (OH) 43016
URL: http://www.busybeaders.biz/       email: amy@busybeaders.biz
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


December 5 and 6
Saturday and Sunday
Dublin, Ohio
Beginning Silversmithing Class
This class may be changed to an Advanced Class if we get enough signed up before December 1, 2009.
Please see class description below.
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Busy Beaders   614-210-1051
5043 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. #105, Dublin, (OH) 43016
URL: http://www.busybeaders.biz/       email: amy@busybeaders.biz
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.

Advanced Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
You must have taken a Beginning Silversmithing Class from Don Norris to enroll for this class.
This class is a “Project” Class. Students will learn new techniques through working on specific projects. We will also have time to work on special interests of the students.
You will learn how to solder larger pieces through making a bracelet.
We will also make a solid band ring which will teach many different methods of working with Silver. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.



December 9 and 10
Wednesday and Thursday
Providence, Rhode Island
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Beadworks     1-914-437-7666
16 Bassett Street (in the Jewelry District)
Providence,  (RI) 02903
URL: http://www.beadworksprovidence.com/      email: nancy@beadworkswp.com
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.


December 12 and 13
Saturday and Sunday
White Plains, New York
Beginning Silversmithing Class
Tuition: $300.00
Learn all the basics of Silversmithing and jewelry making with an emphasis on soldering. After choosing a stone, you will learn to make bezel and then design a ring or pendant around it. I teach how to make a three band ring band and several different kinds of bails for pendants. You will also learn how to set your stone and how to finish and polish your piece. Everyone will also make a simple wire pendant with a faceted stone. All stones, silver, supplies and tools furnished. You do not need to bring anything to the class. A 50% deposit of $150.00 is required to reserve your spot in the class.
Beadworks   1-914-437-7666
96 Westchester Ave., White Plains,  (NY) 10605
URL: http://www.beadworksWP.com/         email: nancy@beadworkswp.com
Call me, Don Norris to sign up: 1-303-517-1068.