Metalsmithing 101: The Basics 4-Part Series
Beginner jewelry making series in a fully equipped studio, teaching core metalsmithing skills like sawing, filing, polishing, soldering, and adding texture. Four Monday-evening sessions include guided practice with professional tools plus a separate materials fee.
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Hands-on metalsmithing session focused on forming and texturing a wide band ring with a hammered finish. Learn basic ring sizing, shaping, and finishing techniques in a jewelry studio setting and leave with a wearable piece.
Hands-on metalsmithing session focused on forming and texturing a wide band ring with a hammered finish. Learn basic ring sizing, shaping, and finishing techniques in a jewelry studio setting and leave with a wearable piece.
Hands-on metalsmithing session focused on forming and texturing a wide band ring with a hammered finish. Learn basic ring sizing, shaping, and finishing techniques in a jewelry studio setting and leave with a wearable piece.
Create pebble-inspired stacking silver rings in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, exploring metalworking techniques and crafting distinctive pieces to wear together or individually.
Create pebble-inspired stacking silver rings in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, exploring metalworking techniques and crafting distinctive pieces to wear together or individually.
Create pebble-inspired stacking silver rings in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, exploring metalworking techniques and crafting distinctive pieces to wear together or individually.
Hands-on jewelry studio session where you pick a project—rings, earrings, charms, or pendants—and add personal design touches. Learn basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming drop-in workshop and leave wearing a one-of-a-kind piece.
Hands-on jewelry studio session where you pick a project—rings, earrings, charms, or pendants—and add personal design touches. Learn basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming drop-in workshop and leave wearing a one-of-a-kind piece.
Hands-on jewelry studio session where you pick a project—rings, earrings, charms, or pendants—and add personal design touches. Learn basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming drop-in workshop and leave wearing a one-of-a-kind piece.
Shape and texture metal into a wide band ring through a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, learning hammering techniques in a creative studio setting for aspiring makers and jewelry enthusiasts.
Shape and texture metal into a wide band ring through a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, learning hammering techniques in a creative studio setting for aspiring makers and jewelry enthusiasts.
Shape and texture metal into a wide band ring through a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, learning hammering techniques in a creative studio setting for aspiring makers and jewelry enthusiasts.
Hands-on jewelry class focused on fabricating stud earrings using sterling silver, brass, and copper. Expect beginner-friendly metalworking techniques, simple forming and finishing, and take-home pieces made in an artisan studio setting.
Hands-on jewelry class focused on fabricating stud earrings using sterling silver, brass, and copper. Expect beginner-friendly metalworking techniques, simple forming and finishing, and take-home pieces made in an artisan studio setting.
Hands-on jewelry class focused on fabricating stud earrings using sterling silver, brass, and copper. Expect beginner-friendly metalworking techniques, simple forming and finishing, and take-home pieces made in an artisan studio setting.
Hands-on lapidary workshop covering cabochon fundamentals, from shaping and cutting stone to grinding and polishing for a smooth, domed finish. Skill-building session in a jewelry studio with guided instruction and tool practice.
Hands-on lapidary workshop covering cabochon fundamentals, from shaping and cutting stone to grinding and polishing for a smooth, domed finish. Skill-building session in a jewelry studio with guided instruction and tool practice.
Hands-on lapidary workshop covering cabochon fundamentals, from shaping and cutting stone to grinding and polishing for a smooth, domed finish. Skill-building session in a jewelry studio with guided instruction and tool practice.
Hands-on jewelry workshop covering the full metalsmithing process—measuring, sawing, shaping, soldering, and polishing—to create three stackable rings. Choose sterling silver or 14k gold fill and leave with finished pieces ready to wear.
Hands-on jewelry workshop covering the full metalsmithing process—measuring, sawing, shaping, soldering, and polishing—to create three stackable rings. Choose sterling silver or 14k gold fill and leave with finished pieces ready to wear.
Hands-on jewelry workshop covering the full metalsmithing process—measuring, sawing, shaping, soldering, and polishing—to create three stackable rings. Choose sterling silver or 14k gold fill and leave with finished pieces ready to wear.
Drop-in jewelry making time in a working studio where you can design and assemble simple charm pieces at your own pace. Hands-on guidance and tools on site make it easy for beginners to leave with a personalized keepsake.
Drop-in jewelry making time in a working studio where you can design and assemble simple charm pieces at your own pace. Hands-on guidance and tools on site make it easy for beginners to leave with a personalized keepsake.
Drop-in jewelry making time in a working studio where you can design and assemble simple charm pieces at your own pace. Hands-on guidance and tools on site make it easy for beginners to leave with a personalized keepsake.
Foundational jewelry making series focused on metalsmithing techniques like sawing, filing, texturing, and torch soldering. A three Saturday, hands on studio class geared to beginners building core skills and wearable pieces.
Foundational jewelry making series focused on metalsmithing techniques like sawing, filing, texturing, and torch soldering. A three Saturday, hands on studio class geared to beginners building core skills and wearable pieces.
Foundational jewelry making series focused on metalsmithing techniques like sawing, filing, texturing, and torch soldering. A three Saturday, hands on studio class geared to beginners building core skills and wearable pieces.
Create a star-inspired charm in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, with time to explore creative design and crafting techniques in a dedicated studio setting.
Create a star-inspired charm in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, with time to explore creative design and crafting techniques in a dedicated studio setting.
Create a star-inspired charm in a hands-on jewelry-making workshop, with time to explore creative design and crafting techniques in a dedicated studio setting.
Hands-on jewelry making session focused on crafting hoop pieces for the new season, with guided instruction and time at the workbench. Expect a creative studio workshop vibe geared toward skill-building and take-home accessories.
Hands-on jewelry making session focused on crafting hoop pieces for the new season, with guided instruction and time at the workbench. Expect a creative studio workshop vibe geared toward skill-building and take-home accessories.
Hands-on jewelry making session focused on crafting hoop pieces for the new season, with guided instruction and time at the workbench. Expect a creative studio workshop vibe geared toward skill-building and take-home accessories.
Explore a colored-pencil technique for adding vivid patterns and images to metal jewelry. Practice on sample pieces and create a finished pendant of your own design during this three-day workshop.
Explore a colored-pencil technique for adding vivid patterns and images to metal jewelry. Practice on sample pieces and create a finished pendant of your own design during this three-day workshop.
Explore a colored-pencil technique for adding vivid patterns and images to metal jewelry. Practice on sample pieces and create a finished pendant of your own design during this three-day workshop.
Make your own jewelry during a hands-on, drop-in studio session. The open format centers on creative making and gives participants time to craft wearable pieces.
Make your own jewelry during a hands-on, drop-in studio session. The open format centers on creative making and gives participants time to craft wearable pieces.
Make your own jewelry during a hands-on, drop-in studio session. The open format centers on creative making and gives participants time to craft wearable pieces.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.
Learn the lost-wax casting process in a four-day, hands-on metalsmithing workshop, from preparing wax models to creating cast forms. A focused craft class for aspiring jewelry makers and sculptors.
Learn the lost-wax casting process in a four-day, hands-on metalsmithing workshop, from preparing wax models to creating cast forms. A focused craft class for aspiring jewelry makers and sculptors.
Learn the lost-wax casting process in a four-day, hands-on metalsmithing workshop, from preparing wax models to creating cast forms. A focused craft class for aspiring jewelry makers and sculptors.
Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.
Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.
Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.
Heat and hammer steel into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, fire poker, or grilling tool during a hands-on blacksmithing workshop, with optional on-site upgrades available.
Heat and hammer steel into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, fire poker, or grilling tool during a hands-on blacksmithing workshop, with optional on-site upgrades available.
Heat and hammer steel into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, fire poker, or grilling tool during a hands-on blacksmithing workshop, with optional on-site upgrades available.
Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.
Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.
Hands-on pyrography (wood-burning) workshop focused on shading, linework, and texture techniques; participants craft personalized wood panels and learn safe tool handling and grain aware composition in an intimate studio setting.
Heat and shape iron into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, steak turner, or fire poker in a hands-on blacksmithing workshop. Optional upgrades are available on site.
Heat and shape iron into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, steak turner, or fire poker in a hands-on blacksmithing workshop. Optional upgrades are available on site.
Heat and shape iron into a bottle opener, oyster shucker, steak turner, or fire poker in a hands-on blacksmithing workshop. Optional upgrades are available on site.
Explore hot-wax painting techniques, using paper, fabric, and plant materials to create an original piece. Beginners can experiment with abstract, landscape, or still-life compositions; supplies are provided.
Explore hot-wax painting techniques, using paper, fabric, and plant materials to create an original piece. Beginners can experiment with abstract, landscape, or still-life compositions; supplies are provided.
Explore hot-wax painting techniques, using paper, fabric, and plant materials to create an original piece. Beginners can experiment with abstract, landscape, or still-life compositions; supplies are provided.