[Jewelry making - Article 00234] - Re: [Orchid] Workshop for Girl Scout Troop

[Pam]

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Hi Jerry,

    I've done a couple of these presentations for Girls Scouts working
    towards a badge. It's a lot of fun! 

    Two or three hours can go by very quickly! I have no doubt that the
    girls will love a hands on activity. Just keep in mind that what is
    so easy for you, may not be for them. That was the biggest surprize
    for me the first time I did this. I brought glass beads, beadalon,
    base metal crimps and clasps. I also brought along a box of old
    crimping pliers, pliers, etc. that I can't use anymore, but are just
    fine for the kids. I start with an explaination of how to use the
    tools and demo a bracelet but explain how it could just as easily be
    an anklet or a necklace. I also have a couple of hand outs that
    explain the steps with illustrations and a list of local stores where
    materials can be found. I wanted to teach them that making jewelry
    was something that they could continue to do on their own. 

    I have found it best to start them out with the project early on and
    then deliver the presentation to them as they're working and I'm
    walking around to assist them. By the end of the time I show them
    some of the fabricated pieces I'm currently working on and briefly
    explain how they are made, starting with sheet metal, etc. 

    I hope you have a lot of fun with this! Don't be surprised if you get
    calls asking if you offer classes. 

Pam Farren
Newburyport, MA

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