Stone Bolo Workshop | Saturday, November 14, 11am-4pm
Location: 205C York St., Nevada City, CA 95959 Workshop Description: Bolos are a versatile, gender-neutral alternative to neck ties and traditional necklaces. There are a multitude of ways to customize a stone bolo including different shapes, sizes, colors, tip types, etc.. Make one for yourself or someone else...Father's Day gift, anyone? We will demonstrate and guide you through the entire process of using trim saws, grinding wheels and cabbing machines to transform a slab or uncut stone into a finished cabochon that's ready to be featured on your bolo. Once your stone is cut and polished, we'll mount it onto a stainless steel slide with a leather cord. And to complete the customization of your bolo, you'll be offered an assortment of metal tips to choose from. We will also provide you with lots of beautiful slabs and stones to choose from, or you may choose to bring your own. If you have a particular stone in mind that you want to try to cut, bring it along and we will work with you on the best way to approach it - every stone is different, and it’s not guaranteed that your stone will work out, but we will guide you through the process of figuring it out. It can be fun and meaningful to use stones that have sentimental value, such as a stone from your favorite spot in nature, or a stone that was found with a loved one on a special day, etc... Considerations: We will provide protective aprons, but please wear clothing that can take a beating, as this process can get messy. Please bring whatever snacks, drinks and other provisions you need to get through the day. We will be working with some teeny-tiny details, so if you wear glasses, please bring them so you can see! Long fingernails can make some of this work difficult, so consider trimming them down before this workshop.