Learn 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. You’ll use these skills to make one finished piece of jewelry.
read moreLearn to combine metal clay and a molded element with a custom-made, framed back plate to create a vintage-looking medallion. You’ll learn to use a two-part compound to replicate any flat backed item of your choice and emboss a frame design into an easy-to-use texture sheet. Later, you’ll join these two elements to form a […]
read moreWire earrings! Learn to manipulate wire using pliers, mandrels and hammers to create unique and elevated styles. We will experiment with flat and dimensional ideas. You will work in copper and make final earrings in Sterling silver.
read moreLearn the basics of fabricating mechanisms found in jewelry. From basic hinges to pin-back mechanisms to making a brooch, these techniques will help you elevate your jewelry designs and tighten your fabrication and soldering skills! The class will work mostly in sterling silver. Beginners to seasoned practitioners are welcome!
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreThis weekend workshop is a great class for the beginner who would like to learn the most fundamental technique to metal working: high temperature silver soldering. This class is also a great refresh for students who who would like to brush up on their soldering skills.
read moreThis class offers a comprehensive exploration of glass jewelry-making, combining the artistry of glass with the craftsmanship of metalsmithing. Split between the Glass and Metals Studios, students will first learn the art of creating detailed, fused glass patterns. Using various kiln temperatures, you'll experiment with textures and surfaces to shape glass into intricate jewels. Once […]
read moreDiscover the fundamental concept of jewelry design and learn basic techniques for working with metals in this introductory class. The class begins with instruction on techniques such as drilling, sawing, texturing, working with wire, and finishing techniques. Soldering with a torch will also be introduced. Students will then use these skills to make a piece […]
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreLearn a variety of metal-working skills through learning tab setting, a flexible and customizable way of setting or attaching objects to metal. Small objects to tab set will be provided (some conventional, some experimental) and students are invited to bring in their own objects to tab set. These can be made into pendants, charms, or […]
read moreLearn to make cable, loop-in-loop, and woven chains. Using the skills mastered you will make your own unique chain designs. We will work in copper and Silver. Leave class with lots of samples and as many finished chains you can make!
read moreLearn to cast metal using the lost-wax technique to cast work in bronze and silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with vacuum-casting machines.
read moreLearn cloisonné enameling, an ancient technique with contemporary applications. You’ll explore basic enameling and learn how to create cloisons (French for “compartments”) that separate different colors and shapes in a finished cloisonné design. Each student will finish this class having completed one small piece.
read moreLearn to make bracelets and more! We will practice many techniques for creating woven, knotted, and beaded bracelets and accessories.
read moreJump right into working with sterling silver for jewelry. Basic jewelry fabrication techniques will be demonstrated or reviewed including sawing, drilling, sanding, polishing, and soldering. You can expect to leave class with one finished piece of jewelry. This class is accessible to the beginner but is also ideal for someone looking to polish their beginner […]
read moreTry working with metal and traditional metalworking tools. We’ll explore different ways to cut metal safely and bend it accurately, then we’ll try texturing, hammering and stamping. Students ages 9-11 will focus on cold connection (learning to drill, rivet, and friction fit), then they’ll create and fasten their own metal designs. Students ages 12-14 will […]
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. You’ll use these skills to make one finished piece of jewelry.
read moreMake several textured and forged bangle bracelets. Using simple hammering and forging techniques, create textured and varied dimensional wire bangles. We will be working in copper and brass for practice, then you will be provided silver wire for two bracelets.
read moreJeweler's Saw Bootcamp is a one-day intensive where you can learn all about sawing and piercing nonferrous metals. You will learn proper loading, holding, and posture when using the saw frame, and will have the dedicated time to practice this skill with guidance and time-earned hacks from the instructor. Take this class if you dread […]
read moreExperiment with spinner rings, which allow several rings to be made into one. The outer band supports one or more moving rings. We’ll cover sizing, shaping and soldering sheet metal and wire into rings. The rings will become one using a forming technique known as anticlastic. We’ll also cover basic solder, forging and forming techniques.
read moreWorking with variety of tools in the studio we will make (3) stacking sterling-silver rings with different surfaces. You will form & solder each ring using either wire or sheet. Demos will include using a roll mill, flex shaft (burs, cutting discs, silicone wheels), hammers and hand files to help you create a variety of […]
read moreDelve into the fascinating world of Champlevé enameling, a traditional technique where recessed areas of metal are filled with vibrant enamel. In this class, you will learn how to design recessed areas into metal surfaces and apply enamel to create stunning, colorful works of art. At the end of class, you will have one finished […]
read moreTake your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreThis course is for beginners who are eager and interested to explore the basics of jewelry-making. You'll learn sawing, drilling, soldering, sanding, polishing, texture making, and surface treatment. This course lays the foundation for the use of metals such as copper, brass, and silver. You'll even create one finished small piece of jewelry to take […]
read moreStudents learn to fabricate a basket setting, flush setting irregular shaped stones and hammer setting for thick wall bezels. Students who would like to take this class should have some comfort with soldering and fabricating and is ideal for deepening a student's skillset with stone setting beyond the basics.
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