City of Las Cruces is excited to partner with Cruces Creatives as part of a Creative Industries grant. Based on the international movement, Precious Plastics, this class assumes that plastic is too precious as a resource to send to the landfill or let get swept into the ocean. It should be used, reformed into something new. This course focuses on the use of recycled plastic and metal molds to shape materials for jewelry production. Specifically, we will be using HDPE and PP plastics, including bottle caps and scrap filament from 3D printing, to create pieces that resemble marble. Students will have the chance to choose their desired colors and will receive instruction on establishing connections using jewelry supplies and tools. The course will also cover techniques from Precious Plastic, where pre-made molds will be used to create different shapes. In addition, we will cover the basics of jewelry and keychain making. Students will have the opportunity to explore design methodologies through research and instructional guidance.

While this class assumes an adult audience, youth 16 years and older may attend with their guardian. You can read more about the Precious Plastics movement here: https://www.preciousplastic.com/

Ask ALICE: Art Smarter, Not Harder initiative is made possible through generous grant funding from the New Mexico Creative Industries Department. Spearheaded by the City of Las Cruces Quality of Life Department and Economic Development Department, this program is a testament to our shared commitment to fostering artistic growth and innovation in the community.