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Just a quick note to let you know that I’ve added one more Open Studio and one more Silver Metal Clay Basics class to my Fall teaching schedule. The extra Open Studio happens on Wednesday, October 9, from 10 to … Continue reading →

I had to take a hiatus from teaching because my husband took a bad fall in January that resulted in a concussion, brain bleed and aphasia.  I am THRILLED to report that he has worked very hard with a wonderful … Continue reading →

I want to thank all of you who have been so supportive during this break in my life.  I am so lucky to have such wonderful friends and family, especially my dear husband Steve Rossman. Never having broken a bone … Continue reading →

    I’m so excited to be teaching at the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program again this year.  My class is scheduled for the weekend of June 30 – July 1.  Its title is The Third Dimension: Shadow Box Pendants in Silver … Continue reading →

It doesn’t happen often but it will this coming Sunday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in my home studio in Escondido, CA. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to work with silver metal clay — or … Continue reading →

Mother’s Day is coming.  Hand crafted gifts are the best!!!  This show offers a variety of beautiful wares including jewelry, art-to-wear scarves and clothing, paintings in a variety of media and styles, porcelain, ceramics and hand painted note cards.  Hope … Continue reading →

The good news is that I’ve finally got organized enough that I can post a class schedule for the next few months.  You can find the new schedule by going to my website, http://www.jonnafaulkner.com, and pushing the Class Schedule button. … Continue reading →

We just got back from Chicago where we helped celebrate the wedding of two wonderful people, Megan Somers-Urrea and Kevin Zidek.  It was magical.  There was even a dusting of snow.  Megan and her mom Cindy asked me to make … Continue reading →

Just wanted to let you know that several people have had to cancel their registrations for the Open Studio session this coming Tuesday, October 17.  If you’re interested in spending a day in my studio, using my equipment, to work … Continue reading →

I just finished the bracelet sample that I’ll be teaching twice in October, once in Arroyo Grande, CA, at my friend Pat’s studio and once here in my home studio in Escondido, CA. I’m excited about this bracelet because we’ll … Continue reading →

  My face is SO red!!!  I have been promising to get my class schedule together for Fall 2017 and Beyond right away…for ages.  I am SO sorry for the delay.  It’s finally happened!!!  As you’ll see, I’ll be teaching … Continue reading →

I’m not quite ready yet, but the Bead Bazaar show and sale are happening tomorrow and Sunday at the Scottish Rite Temple in Mission Valley.  I’ve been working in the studio non-stop, except for food breaks and sleep (ok, and … Continue reading →

For many years, my friends Vanessa Backer, Susan Blessinger and I had an annual show and sale in the month of November.  For various reasons, we took a 7 year break but are together again at last!!!  Our new venue … Continue reading →

I always feel triumphant when I manage to update my teaching schedule on my website, especially given my minimal computer skills.    Please check out my upcoming workshops at https://jonnafaulkner.com/class-schedule/.  I’m excited about sharing post-firing bezel setting techniques on silver metal clay (soldering!), … Continue reading →

I had the best time at the Tucson gem shows this year with my friend Pat Weilbacher.  Among other things, I found some fabulous cabochons.  I just finished this piece using one of my new labradorite cabs.  I’m getting ready … Continue reading →

I’m delighted to announce that I’ve posted workshops for the next few months on my website, http://www.jonnafaulkner.com.  Just push the “Class Schedule” button on my home page for more information.  I hope the new year brings you all many blessings … Continue reading →

I love teaching classes for so many reasons, the main one being that I get to be in company with wonderful students who inspire me and make every day brighter.  Teaching also challenges me to develop new projects and explore … Continue reading →

The class scheduled for this weekend…Many Pendants Make a Necklace…has been rescheduled to May 7 & 8, 2016.  All else remains the same. Perhaps the class itself could be a gift for Mother’s Day?  It will be lots of fun … Continue reading →

This coming weekend, April 16 and 17, I’ll be teaching a dramatic necklace class that involves multiple elements and several special techniques.  The pieces produced will make wonderful Mother’s Day gifts or presents for yourself.   We’ll begin by making silver … Continue reading →