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In this beginning level jewelry making class, learn the basic techniques of metalsmithing. During the eight week course you will create a minimum of four professionally finished projects (for example, rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets) in sterling silver while learning layout, sawing, forging, texturing, filing, polishing, soldering, and basic...

Looking to try out jewelry making or just need one class to finish up a project? Register for one class session from a selection of dates. Experience personalized learning in the techniques of soldering, forming, sawing, and other metalsmithing techniques.

Need some bench time? Register for this open studio with access to tools and equipment (no instruction). Proficiency in metalsmithing skills required. Please note: Due to Covid 19, please bring any hand tools that you own. Shared tools and equipment are sanitized between uses. Workstations are separated by plexiglass.

Create wonderful, wearable jewelry using copper, silver, or other metals. Learn or improve your skills in metalsmithing (sawing, drilling, filing, soldering, stone setting, etc.). Small class (max 4) size ensures one-on-one instructor guidance. Materials can be purchased from the instructor. Preparations:  Be in close-toed shoes. ...

Are you looking to experience something new and refreshing! Spend two and a half to three hours in our professional jewelry studio making a textured or hammered band ring for yourself or for your special person. Guests will texture, bend, hammer, and solder silver to create a unique ring. This workshop registration includes two people with all materials...

Explore further the techniques introduced in Metal I. Forging, fusing, hollow forms, and advanced stone setting are the focus. All Metal II students learn to flush set faceted stones. Practice heavy bezel settings with hammer and punch. Fabricate hollow rings, Develop and create your own ideas. Metal II students are encouraged to attend open studio...

Come learn how to flush set with Daniel Valencia, he has taught hundreds of metalsmiths this technique. In this one-day workshop you will learn how to Flush set faceted stones correctly and with confidence. Students will be setting faceted stones in both brass and sterling silver. Proper tools, layout and finishing will be covered.  All materials...

Come learn how to solder with Daniel Valencia, he has taught hundreds of metalsmiths this technique. In this one-day workshop you will learn how to solder sterling correctly and with confidence. Students will learn whys and hows of the professional way to protect their silver and learn multiple soldering styles including pick soldering. Proper torch...