Plates to Pendants: Creating Wearable Art from Vintage China

Sun Jun 07 2026 at 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm UTC-04:00

Appalachian Arts Craft Center | Andersonville

Appalachian Arts Craft Center
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Plates to Pendants: Creating Wearable Art from Vintage China
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Plates to Pendants: Creating Wearable Art from Vintage China
Instructor: Deb Meritsky
Sunday, June 7 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Transform forgotten pieces of vintage china into stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry in this hands-on class! Plates to Pendants will teach you the art of repurposing delicate, broken, or unused china into beautiful necklaces, brooches, and earrings. Perfect for beginners and seasoned makers alike, this workshop covers:
Selecting and prepping vintage china for jewelry-making
Cutting and shaping china into pendant-sized pieces
Adding smooth, professional edges using specialized tools
Designing and assembling your unique jewelry pieces
All materials are provided, and take-home kits are available for purchase so you can continue creating after the class. Join us and turn nostalgic treasures into wearable memories while celebrating sustainable crafting!
Skill level: Beginner
Age: 16+
Member Rate: $75
Non-Member Rate: $90
Material Fee: $18 (paid directly to instructor)
Registration Deadline: May 31
About the Instructor:
With a passion for transforming discarded materials into art, Deb Meritsky brings creativity and purpose to the world of recycled design. Combining formal training with years of hands-on experience, she specializes in mosaics, resin art, stained glass, and steampunk-inspired creations made from reclaimed materials. Through her classes and mobile workshops, she empowers others to explore creativity while promoting sustainability. Her work—from vintage china jewelry to custom mosaic designs—embodies the belief that art can be both beautiful and responsible, inspiring others to see the extraordinary in the ordinary.
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Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Hwy,Clinton,TN,United States, Andersonville

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