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Sunday, September 12
FULL/CLOSED

Monday, September 13
FULL/CLOSED

Experience level: All

Discover the magic of vitreous enameling while creating a set of one-of-a-kind buttons you’ll treasure for years to come. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll transform copper button blanks into tiny, functional artworks using powdered glass, heat, and a touch of experimentation.

We’ll explore the fundamentals of enameling—from preparing the metal and applying enamel to firing in the kiln and building layers of rich color. Along the way, you’ll experiment with simple techniques for adding pattern and surface details, creating a collection of buttons that are unmistakably your own.

By the end of class, you’ll leave with a beautiful selection of finished enamel buttons ready to embellish a favorite handknit sweater, project bag, sewing project, or simply to treasure as tiny pieces of wearable art.

AND, if buttons are not your jam, you will be able to make a pendant for earrings or a talisman necklace if you prefer.

However, 6 shapes total per person.

No previous enameling experience is necessary. Bring your skeins, swatches, and yardage—your WIPs and UFOs, too!—and together, we’ll design buttons to complement your handmade pieces, adding finishing touches that are distinctly your own.

Whether you’re a knitter, sewist, quilter, embroiderer, or simply curious about working with fire and glass, this workshop will introduce you to the joy of exploring this captivating medium.

Kit fee: 45

Materials:

Your kit fee provides everything you need: copper blanks, a curated palette of enamel colors, sterling silver earring wires, jump rings, chains, and a K95 dust mask.

Please bring an apron to protect your clothing.