Giovanna Paz is both an artisan and a designer, born in the country of the Incas, the inviting and mysterious country of Peru. A country with a very antique culture and known for its unique and authentic jewelry.
Gio’s inspiration comes from the art of the Peruvian wire crochet method that is featured in jewelry stylings across her homeland. She has brought this technique to her adopted city of Toronto and has infused these concepts into her own personal style and made a very exciting and unique jewelry collection.
She strives for her collection to be unique but at the same time versatile for any number of occasions. Each of her designs incorporates the use of precious metal wire to construct her varied pieces. www.GiovannaPaz.com
Awana II Loomed Bracelet – All Levels
The Awana technique is for those who want to achieve an intricate look in minimal time. No experience is required to make your choice of this stunning Peruvian wire crochet bracelet or necklace on a loom. This simple method will have you wearing your masterpiece when you leave. Kit $25
3 Hour Workshop
Timta Wire Rose Necklace – All Levels
Timta means ‘desirous’ in a Native South American language spoken primarily in the Andes. Get the inside scoop from Gio to create a truly unique necklace mixing techniques for Mysterious wire beads with Peruvian wire crocheted flowers created on a loom. Bring: Round and flat nose pliers & cutter. Kit $20
3 Hour Workshop
Wire Beads Basket – All Levels
Gio shares insider tips to create this glamorous set of wire bead pendant and earrings. The basket is made with precious metal wire and filled with Swarovski Crystals. Bring: Round and flat nose pliers & cutter. Kit $5
2 Hour Workshop
Wire Beads – All Levels
Learn the Mysterious wire beads technique as you make a very classy bead in black or white with silver tones. Pendant and/or earrings… it’s your choice! Kit$5
1.5 Hour Workshop
Enjoy this Conference Class sneak peek!
Registration begins at the end of July when our updated website www.csnf.com is released with the class days & times. Class fees are $20 per hour (advance purchase) with kit fees extra.
Creativ Festival is returning to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre but MOVING to the NORTH BUILDING (255 Front St. W.) on new days & times! Thursday, Friday & Saturday, October 15, 16 & 17, 2015 with 5 days of Conference Classes starting Tuesday, October 13th