Make a collection of bracelets using different shaped beads. Our definition of beads is any material with holes including glass, stone, paper or plastic. We’ll use threads such as wire, memory wire and leather.
read moreExplore your creativity by applying metalworking techniques to fabricate individualized projects. Create extraordinary works of metal art with an emphasis on the recycling and reuse of materials.
read moreUsing wire and sheet metal, learn the basics of metalsmithing. Create decorative jewelry and works of art by hammering, filing and creating texture and words on metal.
read moreUsing beads and wire, learn how to make a collection of mini animals, to wear on your own charm necklace. Use graph paper and colored pencils to create your favorite animals, then weave your initials or favorite words into a design that can be sewn onto clothing or hung from a necklace or bookbag.
read moreLearn to saw, drill, shape, texture, fasten and finish metals. Explore your creativity while applying these new metalworking techniques to fabricate your own individualized projects out of metal. We’ll place an emphasis on recycling and reusing materials.
read moreLearn new techniques for building delicate prong settings using steel and silver. You’ll learn how to silver-solder mild steel wire. From project ideation through to finishing techniques, we’ll explore how to work with steel to create fine jewelry setting forms. This class is an invitation to explore the possibilities that steel offers in the art […]
read moreGet ready for spring barbecues with a set of tools that you forged yourself. Students will learn common blacksmithing techniques and create a fork and spatula. If time allows, we may also attempt a steak turner.
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, complex stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreExplore champlevé, a technique where raised fields of metal and enamel are inlayed into recessed compartments. Students will learn to etch the fields for color using an acid called ferric chloride.
read moreThis two-day workshop explores drawing on small-scale enamel surfaces. You’ll learn basic vitreous enamel processes, illustrative and mark-making imagery applications, and several surface finishes. Plan to leave with two or three finished examples of graphite on enamel.
read moreLearn to cast metal using the lost–wax technique to cast work in silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with centrifugal and vacuum–casting machines.
read moreLearn to cast metal using the lost–wax technique to cast work in silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with centrifugal and vacuum–casting machines.
read moreExperiment with alternative casting techniques that can be used in almost any environment. We’ll explore ways to cast silver objects using water, coffee beans, frozen vegetables and spaghetti. We’ll also explore charcoal casting techniques. You’ll work toward creating components that you can use to create future jewelry pieces such as charms and pendants.
read moreLearn to move metal using traditional techniques of chasing (moving metal from the front or top) and repoussé (moving metal from the back side to push forward), which date back to the third century B.C. We’ll learn how to saw, file and anneal with the torch. You’ll also make basic chasing tools to take home […]
read moreExperiment with metal clay, a malleable, metal–bearing material that is perfectly suited for creating jewelry. Use your hands to shape it and a variety of tools to add detail and texture. You’ll fire the metal clay to transform it into a silver object. Add a new skill to your repertoire each week to add and […]
read moreCreate a sweet stack of rings from 14–karat yellow gold–filled wire and silver. You’ll learn to solder bands and become proficient at single seams. We’ll also cover fabricating, embellishing and forging simple bands in different gauges and types of metal.
read moreMetal clay is a malleable material that can be used to make jewelry and other small, sculptural objects. Make a pair of silver earrings and a pendant that features a coil frame and appliqué focal design.
read moreLearn how to transform metals into beautiful works of wearable art. We’ll cover techniques such as sawing, drilling, texturing, working with wire, filing, sanding and polishing. We’ll also cover riveting, soldering with a torch and basic stone setting. You’ll use these skills to make one finished piece of jewelry.
read moreLearn how to transform metals into beautiful works of wearable art. We’ll cover techniques such as sawing, drilling, texturing, working with wire, filing, sanding and polishing. We’ll also cover riveting, soldering with a torch and basic stone setting. You’ll use these skills to make one finished piece of jewelry.
read moreDiscover the fundamental concepts of jewelry design and learn basic techniques for working with metals in this weekend-long class. The class begins with instruction on techniques such as riveting, forging, texturizing and finishing techniques. You’ll also be introduced to soldering with a torch. Students will make unique designs of their own and leave with a […]
read moreExplore flameworking and metalworking to design and create a piece of jewelry. You’ll take this object from concept to design to completion. You can create a ring, brooch, pendant or earring set from borosilicate glass and fine silver. The first half of the class will be held in the flameworking studio to design and create […]
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, complex stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreHave a night in our metals studio! Work with jeweler Susan Adams to make patterns and textures on copper dog tags using different types of hammers and metal stamps.
read moreLearn to cast metal using the lost-wax technique to cast work in silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with centrifugal and vacuum-casting machines.
read moreLearn to cast metal using the lost–wax technique to cast work in silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with centrifugal and vacuum–casting machines.
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