Using the lost-wax method, learn to cast work in bronze and silver. You will create jewelry models of your own design and learn about model preparation, investing, burn out and casting, with our vacuum-casting machine.
read moreIn this 6 week course, students will learn a variety of basic stone setting techniques including bezel setting, tab setting, prong setting, flush setting, and bead setting. Each week we will introduce a new setting skill. Over the 6 weeks students will be asked to design jewelry that houses any of the stone setting techniques […]
read moreExplore creating earrings using metal clay and many possibilities for creating unusual shapes and forms. We'll create our earrings on Saturday and come back Sunday to polish and patina. You'll also learn how to create unique your own unique ear wires.
read moreCreate wearable, wire art! You’ll learn wire manipulating and shaping techniques, then use traditional jewelry tools to make roses, scrolls, perfect loops, wrapped loops, headpins, cages, hooks and closures. Learn to strengthen and harden your designs, then add beads and learn finishing techniques. Students ages 12-14 will have the opportunity to soften wire and solder […]
read moreFurther your metal jewelry practice with advanced techniques like prepping wax models for casting. You’ll see weekly demonstrations and get the chance to work on self-directed projects with plenty of one-on-one guidance from the instructor.
read moreForging is a process which changes the cross section of a metal bar, rod or wire with pressure applied by a hammer. We will cover three basic forging processes: flattening, drawing with the rolling mill, and upsetting. We will focus on how to "scroll" wire using both pliers and hammering methods. You'll have time to […]
read moreKeum-boo is an ancient Korean gilding technique that applies thin 24k gold to silver using heat and pressure. Learn the preparation, application and finishing steps in the keum-boo process for jewelry and add this technique to your repertoire of skills .
read moreDevelop your blacksmithing skills and make beautiful and functional items for use in the kitchen or bathroom. Choose from several possible projects including bath tissue or paper towel holders, towel bars, towel ring hangers, cup hooks or small pot racks.
read moreWork with a variety of tools to make three stacking sterling silver rings with different surfaces. You'll form and solder each ring using either wire or sheet. Demos will include using a roll mill, flex shaft, hammers and hand files to help you create a variety of patterns and textures for each band.
read moreDesign and build your own set of silver stacking rings from start to finish. We'll go over some intro to metalsmithing basics, how to size rings, and how to manipulate wire before polishing and finishing.
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 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 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 moreIn this intensive weekend-workshop we will learn the process of lost wax casting. Each student will start by carving a wax signet, then learning the process of investment and burn out then finishing up with centrifugal casting and clean up. We will be casting in sterling silver.
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 moreLearn how to use antimicrobial copper and make a adjustable ring and cuff bracelet. We'll learn how to hammer and stamp textures, letters and symbols. We'll creatively plan and design your project as you practice these skills. Using hammers and stakes, shape your executed designs to fit perfectly. You will leave with a polished or […]
read moreLearn to work 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 and […]
read moreMake jewelry with no soldering. Apprehensive about using a torch? This is a great way to get your feet wet in metals. Learn how to make wire and tube rivets, as well as tabs and staples. Experienced students will refine their riveting technique and learn new ways of including riveting in their work. One item […]
read moreLearn to make wearable, metal earrings, necklaces and bracelets! We’ll cut, texture and shape metal using traditional metalworking tools, and try stamping and making holes for attaching. Then, we’ll sand, file and finish before exploring wire and beading techniques to join our pieces together. (Students in the 12-14 age group will have the opportunity to […]
read moreDesign and build your own set of silver stacking rings from start to finish. We'll go over some intro to metalsmithing basics, how to size rings, and how to manipulate wire before polishing and finishing.
read moreLearn to work 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 and […]
read moreIn this intensive weekend-workshop we will learn the process of lost wax casting. Each student will start by carving a wax signet, then learning the process of investment and burn out then finishing up with centrifugal casting and clean up. We will be casting in sterling silver.
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 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 […]
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