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  • April Break Camp

    • 04/15/2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 04/19/2024
    • 4:00 PM
    • The MINT 112 Quality Ln
    • 0
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    Join us at The MINT for a April Break like no other!

    This is a 5-day camp, 8am - 4pm.

    Bring snacks, water bottles, a brown bag lunch, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and close-toe shoes.

    Pre-registration is required.

    We are able to offer a discounted rate for this camp, thanks to funding from Rutland Regional Medical Center and the Vermont Department of Health! More information here.

    Full-week, full-day rate is $50*.

    *this funding is not guaranteed for future camps.

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  • A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper Jewelry

    • 04/16/2024
    • 04/23/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 0
    • 6 registrants
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    A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper

    Dates/times:

    April 16 and April 23, 2024 – 4:00 – 7:00 pm

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    In this “make and take” class, participants will explore fold forming and texturing copper to create organic leaf shapes. Participants will force the copper to patina, choosing from a variety of techniques, and finish their jewelry pieces into an earrings and pendant set. We’ll be using a mapp gas torch to anneal our pieces. Participants should be comfortable with the idea of holding and firing a torch. This is a two-session class.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Cutting copper base metal

    ·        Annealing

    ·        Fold forming

    ·        Using texturing (and other) hammers

    ·        Exploring patina

    ·        Simple wire wraps

    ·        Using small hand tools – pliers, loop making, cutters, hole punch

    SAFETY: Participants should bring gloves to prevent cuts from sharp metal. Long hair should be tied back.

    Member: $85

    Not Yet Member: $100

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  • Copper Cuff Bracelets

    • 04/20/2024
    • 04/27/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 3
    • 2 registrants
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    Copper Cuff Bracelets

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    Dates/times:

    April 20 and April 27, 2024 – 10:00 am – 12:00 pm


     In this “make and take” class, participants will explore fold forming and texturing copper to create a copper cuff bracelet. Participants will force the copper to patina, choosing from a variety of techniques, and finish their bracelet with a wax sealant. We’ll be using a mapp gas torch to anneal our pieces. Participants should be comfortable with the idea of holding and firing a torch. This is a two-session class.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Cutting copper base metal

    ·        Annealing

    ·        Fold forming

    ·        Using texturing (and other) hammers

    ·        Exploring patina

    SAFETY: Participants should bring gloves to prevent cuts from sharp metal. Long hair should be tied back.


    Member: $60


    Not Yet Member: $75


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  • Stained Glass Honeycomb Suncatcher

    • 04/21/2024
    • 04/28/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 0
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    The sky is the limit when creating your own stained glass honeycomb suncatcher!

    Using different colored and textured glass, arrange your hexagon pieces in a pattern of your choosing. Complete your piece with tiny bee charm. Perfect for a sunny window in your home or as a great gift for your loved one.

    In this 2-session class you will learn how to:

    • Choose complementary colors
    • Cut glass to a specific size and shape from a pattern
    • Apply foil to the glass for soldering
    • Solder the glass pieces together
    • Add hooks for hanging
    • Patina the solder to give it a finished look

    No stained glass experience necessary.

    Sunday, April 21 and Sunday April 28. 10AM - 12PM.

    $140 Members

    $170 Not-yet Members

    ($35 materials fee included with registration.)

    Instructor: Laura 

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  • Mosaic Tables

    • 04/21/2024
    • 05/12/2024
    • 4 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 0
    • 7 registrants
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    MOSAIC TABLES

    This is an introductory course.  In this 4 session course we will explore mosaic tabletops.  Substrates are widely available and quite diverse.  You will learn to select appropriate substrates, adhesive and grouting techniques suitable for an outdoor table.  Feel free to bring your own table or select from a variety of tables available at the Mint.  


    Course objectives:

    1.  Learn how to select a table and substrate, suitable for Vermont weather.

    2. Learn how to plan and create a tabletop work of art.

    3.  Learn how to maintain a level surface.

    4.  Learn how to grout and finish your project.


    Instructor: Jennifer


    Member: $200

    Non-Member: $225


    *Please note that this course takes place in the glass shop on the south end of the building, please take the second right, and enter the building through the side door.


    10AM-2PM on Sundays 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12



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  • Intro to Stained Glass

    • 04/24/2024
    • 04/27/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 0
    • 6 registrants
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    Introduction to Stained Glass

    Join maker Lisa Steckler for a demonstration and an introduction to our Stained Glass shop!

    In this class you will leave knowing:

    • How to cut and shape glass
    • How to use soldering irons on copper foil to join different glass pieces in a design
    • How to add a simple eye loop to a piece
    • All safety procedures for use of equipment and materials in the shop

    This beginner class will get your foot in the door of the Stained Glass shop. In order to work independently in Stained Glass, you will need this foundational course.

    Please wear close-toed shoes if you plan to attend this class.

    Cost: $35.00 for members, $55.00 for not-yet members.

    Materials included.

    Instructor: Lisa

    Instructor contact: 802-579-4544

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  • Woodshop Orientation

    • 04/24/2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • The MINT, 112 Quality Lane, Rutland, VT
    • 5
    • 1 registrant
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    Introduction to the MINT Woodshop

    Come on everybody; let's make some sawdust!

    Take a tour through the wood shop and learn how to use some of the more common woodworking tools. 

    In this class you will learn the safe way to:   

    • Cut with a compound miter saw (chopsaw)
    • Use our SawStop tablesaw
    • Use both the jointer and planer 
    • Use a variety handtools and measuring techniques

    Absolutely no experience is necessary! If you have any interest in woodworking this is the class for you. 

    Think safety first: bring you own safety glasses if you desire. There will be some on-hand to borrow as well.

    Instructor: Dan

    Fee: $15 members


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  • Letterpress for Beginners

    • 05/01/2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 4
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    Letterpress for Beginners

    Join us for a short demonstration and an introduction to Letterpress equipment!

    This class repeats on the first Wednesday of every month

    5:30pm to 7pm.

    Class participants will leave knowing how to:

    • "Lock up a chase" - Composing the printing elements (type, blocks, furniture) into a printable configuration, ready to load into the press
    • "Set up a job" - Specifying and preparations for a printing run including paper selection and cutting, imagery, ink color and press adjustments

    This beginner class will get your foot in the door of the Letterpress shop. In order to work independently in Letterpress you will need this foundational course.

    In this class things could get a little bit messy, please dress appropriately.

    Instructor: Tom

    Member Fee: $15

    Not-yet Member Fee: $25

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  • A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper Jewelry

    • 05/03/2024
    • 05/10/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 5
    • 1 registrant
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    A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper

    Dates/times:

    May 3rd and 10th, 5:00PM-8:00PM

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    In this “make and take” class, participants will explore fold forming and texturing copper to create organic leaf shapes. Participants will force the copper to patina, choosing from a variety of techniques, and finish their jewelry pieces into an earrings and pendant set. We’ll be using a mapp gas torch to anneal our pieces. Participants should be comfortable with the idea of holding and firing a torch. This is a two-session class.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Cutting copper base metal

    ·        Annealing

    ·        Fold forming

    ·        Using texturing (and other) hammers

    ·        Exploring patina

    ·        Simple wire wraps

    ·        Using small hand tools – pliers, loop making, cutters, hole punch

    SAFETY: Participants should bring gloves to prevent cuts from sharp metal. Long hair should be tied back.

    Member: $85

    Not Yet Member: $100

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  • Introduction to Beaded Jewelry

    • 05/05/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 8
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    Intro to Beaded Jewelry


    For the love of beads! Join jewelry instructor Christie Harris for a 3-hour workshop in which participants will learn the basics of design with beads.

    This is a make and take class, where your creativity and some basic instruction will result in a finished necklace and earrings.

    Tools and materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own beads to incorporate in your design. 

    This class meets in the Jr. Mint space, to the right of the front office area.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Understanding beading components and their use

    ·        Using a design board to plan a project

    ·        Coordinating beads, stringing, adding clasps, and finishing

    ·        Simple wire wraps to complete projects

    ·        Using small hand tools – pliers, loop making, cutters, crimping


    May 5th,  10AM-1PM

    Members: $40

    Not Yet Members: $55

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  • Torch Fired Enameling - Advanced

    • 05/09/2024
    • 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • The MINT, 112 Quality Ln
    • 4
    • 2 registrants
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    Torch Fired Enameling - Advanced

    In this 3-hour workshop, participants will make a pair of enameled earrings or pendant. The process will include deciding on enamel colors, choosing a design element and embellishments, and firing at the torch station. Participants will then finish their projects by adding complementary beads, forming twisted loops in wire, and attaching ear hooks and/or jump rings.

    *** To participate in this class, students  MUST have already taken Intro to Torch Fired Enamel Jewelry *** 

    Thursday, May 9, 2024, 4:30 – 7:30 pm

    Students will learn:

    • Safety using enamel products and torches
    • Forming, sanding, cleaning, and prepping base metal
    • Choosing enamel colors, designs, stencils, embellishments, and using crackle enamels.
    • Simple wire wraps to complete a jewelry project
    • Use of small hand tools such as pliers and cutters to create loops
    Long hair should be pulled back, and sleeves should be fitted not loose.

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    Fees:

    • $60 for members
    • $75 for not-yet members*

    Fee includes $15 materials

    *Not-yet Members may take this or any other class at The MINT. Become a Member to gain independent access to our shops outside of class time.

    Teens and adults welcome!

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  • Copper Cuff Bracelets

    • 05/11/2024
    • 05/18/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 4
    • 2 registrants
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    Copper Cuff Bracelets

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    Dates/times:

    May 11th and 18th, 11:00AM-1:00PM


     In this “make and take” class, participants will explore fold forming and texturing copper to create a copper cuff bracelet. Participants will force the copper to patina, choosing from a variety of techniques, and finish their bracelet with a wax sealant. We’ll be using a mapp gas torch to anneal our pieces. Participants should be comfortable with the idea of holding and firing a torch. This is a two-session class.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Cutting copper base metal

    ·        Annealing

    ·        Fold forming

    ·        Using texturing (and other) hammers

    ·        Exploring patina

    SAFETY: Participants should bring gloves to prevent cuts from sharp metal. Long hair should be tied back.


    Member: $60


    Not Yet Member: $75


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  • PRIDE Fused Glass

    • 05/17/2024
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 6
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    Get ready for PRIDE season! 

    Come join us as we make queer and colorful fused glass items as we approach Gay Pride season! In this introductory class we will be making rainbow or other pride flag variations on glass. These glass items can be turned into suncatchers or jewelry and they make great gifts!  

    No Prerequisites needed

    This introductory class will teach you the basic knowledge and skills needed to begin glass fusing. You will learn how to work safely, use tools and you will create one to 3 pieces that can be picked up that same week after they come out of the kiln. You will learn about COE(coefficient of expansion)of glass,  kiln firing, and how to choose glass and prepare it for firing. 

    By the end of this fun class you will know:

    *  How to cut glass 

    *  What COE means and why it is relevant to this work

    *  How to achieve different glass effects with different firing schedules

    *  How to layer glass for certain effects

    *  How to respect the glass and related science to get the best fusing results

    Friday, May 17, 5PM-7PM

    Members: $45

    Not-yet Members: $65

    For safety we ask that all participants wear shoes with closed toes  

    The glass shop is in the back so please come to the second driveway and enter through the left door.

    Please let us know if you have any accommodation needs.


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  • A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper Jewelry

    • 06/01/2024
    • 06/08/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 6
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    A Study in Leaves - Fold Forming and Texturing Copper

    Dates/times:

    June 1st and 8th, 11:30AM-2:30PM

    Instructor: Christie Harris

    In this “make and take” class, participants will explore fold forming and texturing copper to create organic leaf shapes. Participants will force the copper to patina, choosing from a variety of techniques, and finish their jewelry pieces into an earrings and pendant set. We’ll be using a mapp gas torch to anneal our pieces. Participants should be comfortable with the idea of holding and firing a torch. This is a two-session class.

    Key learning points:

    ·        Cutting copper base metal

    ·        Annealing

    ·        Fold forming

    ·        Using texturing (and other) hammers

    ·        Exploring patina

    ·        Simple wire wraps

    ·        Using small hand tools – pliers, loop making, cutters, hole punch

    SAFETY: Participants should bring gloves to prevent cuts from sharp metal. Long hair should be tied back.

    Member: $85

    Not Yet Member: $100

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A place for tinkerers, makers, and small businesses to have space, contacts, and equipment to thrive. If you possess a passion for creating and making, a MINT membership is for you.

    
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