Online Classes hosted by Longwood Gardens

Join Hattie in her studio for this virtual class hosted by Longwood Gardens.   

Evoke the tropics when you design your own orchid jewelry with Hattie Weselyk.  Explore the techniques of jewelry making while learning what makes an orchid an orchid with the botanically accurate construction of two fine-art wearables crafted in copper using templates derived from specimens from Longwood’s collection.  Hattie will also demonstrate an optional patina finish to your work using the power of oxidation.  Follow along in two live-stream sessions as Hattie shares the process of creating works of art for you to wear or to give to your favorite horticulture enthusiast. 

This course includes custom templates and supplies delivered to your home, three hours of live-stream video instruction (two 1.5-hour sessions), and three-month access to the recordings.

Online Course

2 Sessions

Tuesday, February 23 & Thursday, February 25, 2021

12:00–1:30 pm

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Join Hattie in her studio for this virtual class hosted by Longwood Gardens.   

Looking for a modern twist on botanical artwork?  Join Hattie Weselyk as she translates some of the hottest houseplants into wire form.  Create a 3-dimensional interpretation of the tropical foliage and ferns experienced during a walk through our Conservatory.  Add depth to your home décor by mounting your wire creation into a stately shadowbox.

This course includes custom templates and supplies delivered to your home, three hours of live-stream video instruction, and three-month access to the recording with all the steps needed to sculpt your own wire botanical masterpiece.

Online Course

1 Session

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Sunday, March 21, 2021

12:00-3:00PM

This class is for the Adult Beginner student who wishes to learn how to create metal jewelry using essential tools and techniques. This class will include using the jewelers saw, hammering, shaping, rivets, and simple soldering. Students must purchase their tools. Materials will be shipped to you and include silver wire, sheet, copper, and more. You may email hattie@hattieweselykstudio.org for further inquiries and to get started.

Instructor: Hattie Weselyk

January 14-February 11, 2021

Thursday, 10:00-12:00PM

$150.00 plus materials of $45.00