Sway Silver » cambridge http://www.swaysilver.ca Creative jewellery - capturing memories in metal. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:56:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 Fingerprint Pendantshttp://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/fingerprint-pendants/ http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/fingerprint-pendants/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 19:12:05 +0000 Heather http://www.swaysilver.ca/?p=352 *DEADLINE TO ORDER FOR CHRISTMAS IS DECEMBER 10TH*

Not to worry if you are finding this a little last minute! Email me and I can send a downloadable/printable gift certificate for Christmas gift giving.

To order email heather@swaysilver.ca

By gently pressing a digit into soft putty I’ll make a mold of a precious finger/toe.
The mold is reusable so I only need to do this once allowing more than one piece of jewellery to be made using the same impression.
Pendants/Charms are made of fine silver and oxidized to bring out the highlights of each unique impression.

Single Print with name $45 without name $42
Double Print $55 (initials on back)
Mini Charm $30
Creative changes can be discussed to customize your piece. Price will be set based on design and material needed.

Indicate birth month or add some colour with a Swarovski bead $4

Choose a chain cord or bracelet

Sturdy 18” Sterling Silver Chain $35
Fine 18” Sterling Silver Chain $29
17” Leather $20
7-8″ Sterling Silver Chain bracelet – $25

Heart shaped double print $55

Fingerprint with Name Pendant $45 without name $42

Double fingerprint pendant

Double fingerprint - celebrate two people on one fine silver pendant $55

Mini Heart

Mini Heart Fingerprint Charm $30

]]> http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/fingerprint-pendants/feed/ 0 School is Cool!http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/school-is-cool/ http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/school-is-cool/#comments Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:47:36 +0000 Heather http://www.swaysilver.ca/?p=330 Today is the first day of school. It came with excitement in our house. Ready with backpacks and new school supplies my boys (even the preschooler) were anxious to get out the door this morning with the anticipation of seeing old friends and starting a new grade. The day after Labour Day seems so much more significant than January 1st for New Year’s sentiments. It’s a new start with so many new opportunities and after a long relaxed summer break I’m feeling ready to get back to a schedule.

I’m sure you’ve got the kid’s activities all set by now, but what about you? Perhaps you are longing to try something new yourself? If it’s time for you to start something different with hopes of refreshing your mind, stretching your creativity or meeting new people, I have some suggestions for you.

Mom’s So Crafty at Kid’s Creations Art Studio (Cambridge, ON)

Register at http://www.kidscreationsart.com/

Has it been a while since you had the opportunity to flex your creative muscles? Well, we’ve got the program for you!

Leave the kids at home; we’ve got the coffee ready. We’ll be exploring a variety of creative mediums including acrylic painting, felting, jewelry making and more. Our focus is on gaining practical skills and building creative confidence. We’ll work on projects that you’ll be excited to wear, give or display in your home.

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30
Ages: AdultsClass
Cost: $119.90
Duration: 10 weeks
Start Date: September 14, 2010
End Date: November 16, 2010
Instructor: Heather McNair Horsey

Supplies included, No HST or Admin Fee. Filling fast so register ASAP!

Cambridge Centre for the Arts (Cambridge, ON)

Precious Metal Clay Workshop – Drop Earrings

Students will learn how to roll, cut,
texture, sculpt and finish a beautiful pair
of silver earrings complete with
shepherds hook findings and beads. All
materials included. Instructor: Heather
Horsey of Sway Silver.
Sun, Nov 7, 1-3pm
$35 (Member $30) + HST
Bar Code: 146699

http://www.cambridgecentreforthearts.ca/cms/documents/60_-_CCA_6.pdf

The Button Factory (Waterloo, ON)

Precious Metal Clay Workshop – Basic Silver Metal Clay Pendant (va-11-19f)
Heather Mcnair Horsey
Saturday October 23. 1:00pm-3:00pm.
Fee: $45 members / $50 non-members. $18 supply fee.

Students will learn the basics of working with silver metal clay, from what it is to how it works. Basic skills include rolling, adding texture, stamping and designing a successful pendant. Pendants will be torch fired by the instructor.

http://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/Catalogue/workshops.html

Relief Silver Precious Metal Clay Charm (va-11-26f)
Heather McNair Horsey
Sunday December 5. 1:00pm-3:00pm.
Fee: $45 members / $50 non-members. $24 supply fee.

Students will learn the basics of working with precious metal clay. Basic skills include carving linoleum, rolling and finishing. Creations will be torch fired by the instructor.

http://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/Catalogue/workshops.html

]]> http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/school-is-cool/feed/ 0 A Good Teacher Is A Gift For Lifehttp://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/a-good-teacher-is-a-gift-for-life/ http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/a-good-teacher-is-a-gift-for-life/#comments Tue, 18 May 2010 13:08:53 +0000 Heather http://www.swaysilver.ca/?p=226
There are two kinds of teachers: the kind that fill you with so much quail shot that you can’t move, and the kind that just gives you a little prod behind and you jump to the skies.”

Robert Frost quotes (American poet, 1874-1963)

Thank you skilled and dedicated teachers! You teach our kids the basics tools to live but you also inspire them to do what they dream they can do to thrive. You help them get over the tough stuff, the obstacles that might make them feel stuck and discouraged and find a creative way to work through it so they see they can get through anything.  It’s a tough job but so important and I appreciate all the positive things you do because what you do now affects your students for the rest of their lives.

.999 silver apple pendant on cord $20

]]> http://www.swaysilver.ca/jewelry/a-good-teacher-is-a-gift-for-life/feed/ 0