3-Hour Workshop

Date: Saturday, May 24

Time: 10am-1pm

Description: Students will learn how to take silver scrap from previous projects and turn it into workable material again. This class will overview the process of turning scrap silver that is too small to utilize into rods and ingots that can be processed into workable wire or sheet, some alloy processes may be discussed as well. This is geared towards students who have already worked in silver but may want to find a more economical route of recycling their silver scrap. Ideally only .925 sterling silver and .999 fine silver should be used in recycling, with limits on solder contamination. This class does require some physical exertion to perform, equipment like hand cranks and large hammers will be used, students should be able to utilize these tools.

Tuition: $55 + $15 materials fee

Materials: All materials will be provided

Location: Contemporary Craft: Raphael Studios Building (5645 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201)

Cancellations and Refunds: Workshop cancellations are decided three business days before the start date. If workshops must be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded through Eventbrite, or you may leave your workshop fee in your Contemporary Craft account for future workshops.

Refund Policy: Student refund requests must be made at least three business days before a class begins. There will be a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given without three-business days notice. Processing of refunds takes approximately three weeks.

If you require accessibility accommodations, please let us know by calling 412.261.7003 and we are happy to assist you.

About the Artist

Kayla Staigvil is a studio jeweler residing in Pittsburgh, PA. She received her MFA in Studio Arts with a concentration in Metal Design at East Carolina University in 2016. Kayla also received a BFA from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 2013 with a concentration in metalsmithing/jewelry design. Her mentors include Bob Ebendorf, Cappy Counard, Sue Amendolara, Tim Lazure and Ken Bova. Kayla specializes in traditional silversmithing techniques and often incorporates found objects into her work along with gemstones and pearls. Besides making jewelry; Kayla is an avid baker, loves to read fantasy books and is involved in the local DIY scene.