Colorado Show Update as of 3/13...  New Show Dates!

Hi Friends! We have been on top of monitoring current events and due to a mandate from the Colorado State Governor, RMGM Promotions has taken measures to reschedule the Colorado Mineral and Fossil Spring show.
Our NEW SHOW DATES are May 15 - 17, 2020

We will be in the same location:
Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr
15500 E 40th Ave, Denver, CO 80239

And show hours will be the same:
Show hours:
Friday - Saturday 10AM - 6PM & Sunday 10AM - 5PM

Our workshops will all move accordingly to the new dates and our instructors are ready for the new dates too! If you have already registered and can not make the new show dates, please email us directly for a full refund.  We will be contacting all registered students directly between now and March 18th, 2020.

We appreciate your continued support through these future weeks! Our Dealers are excited to return to Denver, Colorado and we expect to have a great show in May!

Our website and media information will be changing to reflect the new dates beginning today. In the meantime, please disregard any April show dates that you see.

If you have any questions, please feel free to make contact with show promotions via Instant Message in Facebook or by email if you are a Dealer with the show and in the contact list.

See you May 15-17, 2020!

Jewelry & Photography Workshops!

We are excited to announce that due to popular demand, we've expanded our Workshop offerings this year!  For our Spring, 2020 show, we have several talented jewelry artists and teachers as well as a professional photographer sharing their decades of skill and knowledge!  Classes come with everything you need to enjoy the project or lecture.

​Check out these amazing classes coming to the Colorado Mineral and Fossil Spring Show!   

Registration is open!  Continue reading to learn more!
*Seat confirmations are only final after payment.

Photography Workshop!

Tips and Techniques For Better Mineral, Fossil, & Jewelry Photos

 Join us in this fun and informative session and learn what it takes to capture your favorite mineral, fossil or piece of jewelry on camera!

Price $79 Value – Show Price $55  (each class is limited to 12 people)
Friday May 15, 2020 1:00pm – 2:30pm  3:30pm - 5:00pm
Saturday May 16, 2020  10:30am-12:00pm   2:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday May 17, 2020  10:30am-12:00pm   2:30pm-4:00pm

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In this class Bruce and Kevin will teach you the "do's and don'ts" of photographing your mineral and other collection pieces.
 Learn how to...…….

• Best light your gems
• Which backgrounds to use
• How and where to focus for maximum depth
• "Smart phone"  vs "Camera" 
• Cataloging your files in lightroom

Plus much more!
Handouts provided and hands on demonstrations.
SIGN UP EARLY for Special DISCOUNTS 

Gallery: Bruce Danuser

Featuring Jewelry Artist & Teacher Katiri Peters from Texas!

"​As a Jewelry Designer, my love is to create expressive one-of-kind jewelry by taking inspiration from Mother Earth’s natural gems, stones, crystals, and metals.  I have an Etsy shop where I sell my work, you can find it at  www.etsy.com/shop/designsbykatiri.  I find so much delight going on adventures to collect my own agates, gems, opals and more to use in my designs.  I began silversmithing in 2003 at the Craft Guild of Dallas where I acquired skills over a couple years in fabrication, precious metal clay, enameling, stone setting, casting, wire wrapping and more.  I then worked professionally as a Bench Jeweler Apprentice for over five years in a retail jewelry store.  From there I joined the Arlington Gem and Mineral Club where I learned how to do lapidary work such as faceting, cutting my own cabochons for jewelry and I took advanced silversmithing classes.  For several years I lead and taught a variety of casting classes and wire wrapping techniques there.  I have taught a variety of different classes at other places and I enjoy teaching and sharing what I have learned with others. "
Follow me online!
https://www.facebook.com/KatirisKreations/

​Saddle Bail Stone Pendant Workshop

​Kingman Turquoise Fine Silver Pendant Workshop

Date: Friday, May 15, 2020
Time: 1pm to 4pm
​Price: $75 All basic materials included

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​13 Seats Maximum

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Date: Saturday, May 16, 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm with a 1/2 hour lunch
​Price: $165 All basic materials included
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​13 Seats Maximum

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Would you like to learn how to create your own designer bail to hold a stone as a fashionable pendant? This is a fun workshop where you will get to create your own.

In this workshop you will learn:
• How to design bail shape
• Learn about the tools and techniques we will be using
• How to drill holes in the stone
• To hand saw, file, stamp and design your bail piece
• Different techniques in how to rivet and attach your bail
• Polishing and finishing your pendant

What the cost of the class includes:
• Cost covers the cost of the stone
• Silver to create your bail
• Instruction and tool use (in class only)
• Outline and tutorial to take notes

Come join the fun and learn how to design and create your very own saddle style bail stone pendant.

This is a workshop where you will learn a variety of silver-smithing techniques as you design, stamp, personalize and create your own Kingman Turquoise pendant in Fine Silver.  If you have been wanting to learn how to Silversmith this is the class to get you started.  It is a fun way to create a special handmade piece, in silver, to set your favorite stones in, keep, wear, and give as gifts or even sell. 

​Techniques you will learn:

• Designing techniques, stamping layouts, adding details and personalization to your pieces.
• How to safely use the tools and equipment that we will be using in class.
• Sawing, piercing, stamping, shot plates, filing, fabrication, soldering, sanding, tumbling, drilling, riveting and polishing.
• Bezel set your own stone cabochon.
• Design and make a matching swinging bail for your pendant.

Class fee includes:

• Fine Silver sheet, bezel for your cabochon & wire to create your piece.
• A Kingman Turquoise cabochon (hand cut by me).
• Tools and equipment provided for use in class.
• PDF Tutorial and in-class handout.

Turquoise Sterling Silver Cuff Ring Workshop

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Date: Sunday, May 17, 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm with a 1/2 hour lunch
​Price: $175 All basic materials included
Click here to register for this class!
​​13 Seats Maximum

​Click here to see all workshop registration!

This is a fun and rewarding workshop where you will learn a variety of silversmithing techniques as you create your own turquoise stone set ring in sterling silver. If you are new to jewelry fabrication or interested in expanding your skills then this is a great class for you. 

Come join the excitement in learning how to unleash your creativity and make your own  custom ring.

 What you will learn:

 The how and why about the tools we will be using in class.
 The design process for this project.
 Various silversmithing techniques in fabrication such as: cutting, filing, 
 sanding, stamping, adding a patina, polishing and finishing your ring creation.

 What you can expect from this class

 The cost of the class covers the use of tools in classroom
 All the sterling silver, turquoise stone and other materials needed to make your ring,
 Tutorial, instruction

Some steps in fabrication will be done for you so that you can have plenty of time and leave with a finished ring.

Gallery:  Katiri Peters

Featuring Jewelry Artist & Teacher Susan Gardner from Denver!

Follow me online and stay in touch! 

I've been designing and creating beautiful, one of a kind metal jewelry for over 13 years.  I use precious metal wires, natural gemstones and a lot of imagination, patience and respect for Nature, in all of my designs.  I blend wire techniques to create my jewelry, using only hand tools and the stone.  There is never an adhesive or solder used in my wire work (while I do use soldering techniques in my other lines).  I love to share this Perfectly Twisted form of art and so began teaching six years ago.  I give class all around Denver, Colorado and I sell my design patterns and physical jewelry world wide.  Please check out my jewelry, my teaching schedule and my digital tutorials at my website: https://www.perfectlytwistedjewelry.com/shop.html

I am excited to be teaching my 3rd year for the Colorado Mineral and Fossil show!

Wire Wrapped Ring

Date: Friday, May 15, 2020
Time: 1pm to 4 / 5pm - no break.
​Price: $60 All basic/copper materials and student stone included

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​15 Seats Maximum
​I will have a high resolution camera on my hands, a large screen and a teacher's assistant during class.

This is a fun and addicting workshop! Learn to make these very easy and very exciting cabochon wire wrapped rings, using square and round copper wires, flat back cabochon stones and traditional wire wrapping techniques.

In this workshop, students will learn to take a basic measurement for creating a ring. They will learn how to use the ring mandrel and other basic hand tools associated with wire wrapping.

This ring shank and technique will open a world of exciting possibilities to the wire wrapping enthusiast and rock hound! What a wonderful way to sport your beloved collection of stones!

All basic copper materials, student stone and tools for use, will be provided in class and are included with your registration. After class, you get the full PDF digital pattern emailed to you so you can create more at home with your own favorite stones!
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• Learn the basics of how to measure for a ring.
• Learn how to create a beautiful and versatile ring design.
• In class, we will also cover the basic hand tools used to create wire jewelry and how to use those tools properly.

Upgraded materials such as sterling silver wires and additional cabochon stones will be available in class for purchase.

Students will learn and create a gorgeous wire wrapped cabochon ring in class and then the room will remain open for any students who want to stay and make another.

Come to the show early, shop for a favorite stone, come to class and learn how to set it! This workshop is great for any skill level.

Wire Wrapped Pendant

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2020
Time: 10am to 4 / 5pm with a 1/2 hour lunch
​Price: $80 All basic/copper materials and student stone included
Click here to register for this class!

15 Seats Maximum
​I will have a high resolution camera on my hands, a large screen and a teacher's assistant during class.

​Click here to see all workshop registration!

In this class, students will learn how to create a gorgeous wire wrapped pendant, using square copper wires and traditional wire wrapping techniques. This class is for the very beginner student who has never wire wrapped before, or students who have minimal wire wrapping experience. It’s great also for those who want a refresher!

This versatile pendant harness is easy to adapt to stones of many shapes and sizes. In this class, we will be using a teardrop shaped stone and creating a petite pendant with a lot of statement!  

This technique of wire wrap allows for designs to be as simple or as abundant in swirls and curls, as you desire.

• Learn the basics of how to measure around a stone and determine how much wire is needed to complete a wrap.
• Learn how to create beautiful design for the front and backside of a cabochon and learn how to create a professional and modern bale of any size.
• In class, we will also cover the basic hand tools used to create wire jewelry and how to use those tools properly.

Price of class includes material kit and tools for use while in class.

Kit contents:

• Extra 5 feet of 22g Square Copper wires
• Extra 5 feet of 22g ½ round Copper wires
• PDF Tutorial Documents for home use.
• Printed ‘Short Form’ outline for classroom and home use.
• 1 Small Cabochon plus pre-cut wires for classroom project.
• Necklace rope so you can wear it out of class!

We bring all you'll need to enjoy the class, you just bring a great can do attitude and have a amazing time!
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PLEASE NOTE! Class tuition is NON REFUNDABLE, so please check your calendar and schedule before you register.
20 seats maximum.
Students must be 16 or older to come to class alone.
Students 12-15 must be with parent or guardian.
Minimum student age is 12.
Please feel free to email with questions before registration:
PerfectlyTwistedJewelry13@gmail.com

Wire Weaved Pendant

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2020
Time: 10am to 4 / 5pm with a 1/2 hour lunch
​Price: $80 All basic/copper materials and student stone included
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​15 Seats Maximum
​​I will have a high resolution camera on my hands, a large screen and a teacher's assistant during class.

Click here to see all workshop registration!

Advance your wire wrapping skills by learning to Wire Weave! This is a gorgeous technique that adds intricate and beautiful detail to wire work. It's an ancient art form and done entirely with small hand tools. This is a reversible pendant design and you will learn the basics of harnessing a drilled stone in wire weave, creating a bail and beautiful design work to both sides of the pendant.  

Price of class includes material kit and tools for use while in class.

Kit Contents:

• Drilled stone or crystal of choice
• Copper project wires
• Extra copper wires for another at home!
• Necklace rope so you can wear it out of class!
• Full digital .PDF pattern emailed after class. 

You'll be all set to make more at home after class! 

In class we will build a petite pendant using the basic weaving skill set. Hand tools, reader glasses and lamps for use during class, will be provided. Please bring any Rx reading glasses, head lamp, wrist brace or magnifiers if you need them.

15 seats maximum.
Students must be 16 or older to come to class alone.
Students 12-15 must be with parent or guardian.
Minimum student age is 12.
Please feel free to email with questions before registration:
PerfectlyTwistedJewelry13@gmail.com

Gallery:  Susan Gardner Perfectly Twisted Jewelry

Featuring Jewelry Artist & Teacher Kate Dowd from Denver!

Kate has a degree in fine arts and has worked in Interior and Fashion Design as well as all manner of fine arts and hand crafts for over 2 decades. She is a teacher and specializes in Seed bead weaving, bezeling and bead embroidery.

www.facebook.com/KateDowdDesigns/

Beginner Bead Bezeled Cabochon Workshop!

Date: Friday May 15, 2020
Time: 1pm to 4pm 
​Price: $60 All basic materials included
6 Seats Maximum
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This is a fun and easy class for the earring enthusiast! In this class, students will learn to set a pair of gorgeous, natural stones into a beaded bezel setting. The technique introduces beginner seed bead sewing techniques and earring construction. Students will enjoy a relaxing class at the mineral and fossil show! All materials are included with the price of class.
Students will have their choice of stones and bead colors.
All tools for use during class are provided. Please bring any personal magnifiers or reading glasses if you need them, There will be some to share in class also.
Max seats 6
$60 All basic materials included.

Instructor:  Kate Dowd
Kate Dowd Designs

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2020
Time: 10am to 4pm with a 1/2 hour lunch
​Price: $80 All basic materials included
6 Seats Maximum

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Learn to create a beautiful beaded cabochon bezel, using needle and 'thread' techniques! This is a fun, easy and relaxed class, perfect for the beginner or any bead enthusiast. Come join us for a wonderful time and learn a new way to create jewelry out of your gorgeous stones!!

I will bring everything you need to complete the project as well as all hand tools needed. I will also have extra reader glasses, lamps and magnifiers. Please remember tobring any Rx glasses or head lamps if you need them.

Kit contents:
Cabochon, Seed Beads, Ultra Suede backing, Needles, Fireline
Color choices will be available in class.