In this eight week course students will be introduced to the theory and practice of making mounts and the unique challenges of mounting jewelry. Classes will progress from initial design, […]

Beads are historically the first type of jewelry ever created. Humans have had the drive to make wearable art since that first bead was strung at least 72,000 years ago. […]

In jewelry, we have preconceived notions of what a chain might look like. We think of curb chains, figaro chains, ball chains, snake chains, etc. This understanding of what a […]

Hand rendering jewelry on paper is a time honored technique that can improve your ideation process and ability to communicate your designs. Build confidence in your drawing skills in this […]

In this 8 session soldering intensive you will fully develop your understanding  of how solder behaves, how to control heating, and how to troubleshoot problems before they arise. Creating various sized […]

Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools and equipment in this hands-on […]

For our young designers and makers, a jewelry class for teens.  Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 4 session class dedicated to ring making. Get […]

Give shape to your designs by finessing wire in this 8 session metalsmithing course. From heavy gauge to very fine, learn how to draw down and forge wire into the […]

This class has sold out! Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools […]

Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools and equipment in this hands-on course. […]

This class has sold out! Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 8 week class. Get to know the studio and become familiar with the tools and […]

In this 8 session introductory wax working class, you will learn to complete jewelry designs utilizing different wax carving and forming techniques. You will start by designing and carving a […]

This course is an introduction to the various approaches to creating gemstone settings in wax for jewelry. Wax working allows for design flexibility and can accommodate symmetrical and asymmetrical gemstones, […]

Hone your jewelry skills to bridge the gap between wax working and metal fabrication in this 8 session project based course.  Combining the volume and intricacy that wax working more easily […]

This 8 session course explores various enameling techniques, which allow the artist to utilize the medium in a spontaneous, expressive and innovative way.  Beginning and advanced students will learn basic […]

This class has sold out! This six-week course is a comprehensive introduction to the art of engraving as it relates to jewelry. Using both hand-engraving and air-assisted methods, students will […]

Learning how to set gemstones into metal jewelry is an essential part of becoming a jeweler. The bezel setting is typically the first setting style that students learn and lays […]

In this 8 session course students will learn a number of approaches to making hoop earrings. We will go over various versions of both hinged and tension posts, and the […]

Refine your jewelry making skills in this 8 session goldsmithing course. You will learn about the various alloys and their solders, what to watch out for when heating and cooling, […]

This class has sold out! Chain linkages are an iconic form of adornment. In this class you will infuse your personal design aesthetic into this classic jewelry format. Students will […]

For our young designers and makers, a jewelry class for teens.  Learn basic metalsmithing skills and jewelry making techniques in this introductory 4 session class dedicated to pendant making. Get […]

Take your work to the next level with that perfect final finish in this 5 session surface intensive course. Explore the potential for different metal surface treatments and learn what […]

Not sure what to do with the metal waste you generate while making jewelry? Or how to reclaim  the value of that broken ring you haven’t worn in years? Dive […]

Learn to manipulate and solder metal as you make a bracelet stack and build your confidence working with some of the most-used tools in jewelry making.  Students will be introduced […]

So you just bought a new hammer and it didn’t come with a mirror polish!?!? Or someone just gave you a box of rusty tools that you think you can […]

Your signature style is what differentiates your jewelry brand from the competition. It is what sets the tone for everything you design, fabricate, and communicate. With a clear description and […]

Build boxes for jewelry and lockets in this 8-session course. Students will learn hollow construction using scoring and bending techniques, die forming with hand cut dies, and precise fitting for […]

In this 8 session open level wax working class, you will learn to complete a set of designs utilizing different wax carving and forming techniques. You will start with carving […]

Whether by new introduction or looking to become more familiar, getting to know this time honored stone setting technique is a worthwhile effort. The bezel is everyone’s friend. Bezels are […]

Learn how to work with non-ferrous sheet metal to make hollow formed objects in this introductory class. Students will cover basic metalsmithing skills and techniques as related to silversmithing. Processes […]