The Let's Make Jewelry classes are a hit!

Garrett and his Christian Flag creation

 It has been a wonderful experience this summer teaching my love for jewelry making to children.  And I have also been learning some things from them.

 

Last week I had a private class booked by a mom who wanted me to help her daughter and friend learn basic jewelry making for a 4H project.  She asked if her son, Garrett could come and learn to make my patriotic pendant at the same time and I agreed.

They arrived and we began to make jewelry.  The girls began working the first of 4 projects, while Garrett and I began on the pendant.  He was so enthusiastic and as we worked together he immediately began thinking on other flags he could make with my design.

He wanted to make a Christian flag and so we worked out the pattern and he started his second pendant as the girls continued to work on their bracelets and necklaces.

The girls, Garrett and I had a blast.  Ten jewelry pieces were completed that day, I made three new friends and each child left with a piece to enter one in their 4H fair.

The best part of the day for Garrett is the wonderful pendant he is proudly showing in his picture.    But for me the best part of the day was sharing my love for creating jewelry.  For taking an idea and adding your own flair, your own voice to each piece you make.  And I thank Garrett for letting me in on his creative journey.

Blessings, C