Happy New Year from FSG Northwest Chapter

Happy New Year Everyone.

It is hard to believe that is January and that the Northwest Chapter of FSG is more than 20 years old.

As we start this new decade, I would like to schedule our first meeting for the year on Sunday (yes Sunday!), January 19th at 1:00 pm to be held at the FSG studio at the Making Awesome Makers Space, located at 2818 Industrial Drive, suite H.

There will be a general membership meeting, followed by time for members to use the FSG studio and equipment. So bring along your new or unfinished projects to work on.

Please think about what you would like FSG to accomplish during this year, such as workshops, and other ways to become more visible in the community and to attract new members. I would also like the meetings to include open studio time and/or demos each month.

Let me know if you have any questions.

I hope you can come on the 19th, and if you know anyone who might be interested in FSG, please invite them to come.

Starr Payne

President, FSGNW

Supplies List for Chainmaking Class

Sterling chain and pendant by Kristin Anderson

Kristin Anderson has sent us the supplies list for her class this coming Saturday. Leonia may be purchasing additional wire for the class, please contact her with any questions.

Class Supplies

  • Round brass rod such as brazing rod, 6 inches long, tapered to a blunt point on one end similar to knitting needles. Metal knitting needles may be used.
    • The size of the rod will determine the size of the loops like knitting needles do.
  • At least 10 dwts (penny weights) of sterling silver wire, 26 gauge, dead soft.
  • At least 6 inches of sterling silver wire, 10 gauge or thicker.
  • Chain nose pliers
  • Side cutters
  • Silver solder medium, flow temperature 1360°F

If you haven’t registered for the class, please do so before Friday so that Kristin has an accurate count of students.

Click here to register!