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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on May 23, 2012.

Home Stretch

Update #5 · May 17, 2012 · comment

We are so pleased that we have had such positive response from our backers--we are so close to our minimum goal of $2500!  Thank you!

I want to take a moment to explain why $2500 is our minimum goal, and why we are trying to raise $3500.

The way Kickstarter works is that we MUST reach our goal to get what has been pledged--if we are a $1 short, we won't get any of your dollars.  We set our goal at a low minimum--but with any extra money we are backed (we are hoping to reach at least $3500) we will be using the money to purchase more tools for our students so we can offer classes in unique topics like:

  • Mitsuro wax + fabric
  • Resin
  • Wire wrapped rings
  • Belt buckle casting
  • Sand casting
  • Etching
  • Stone setting
  • Riveting
  • Pearl Knotting
  • Kitchen Lithograph Printing

The more YOU pledge, the more tools + classes we can offer!  

Here are some of the tools we are hoping to purchase for students:

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    A pair of sterling silver studs. Handmade by Kate Ellen Metals.

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    Two Nail Necklace-- a $60 retail value! Two reclaimed flooring nails on a 14k gold-fill chain by Kate Ellen Metals.

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    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
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    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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