Review our menu of classes on the left.
The Make and Take classes are designed to teach you a new set of skills and finish a single piece of jewelry. We also offer an intensive study option (40 hours) based upon your skill level and needs.
Currently, there is no set schedule of classes because we schedule classes based upon our availability and your schedule.
Choose one of our pre-designed classes or we will design a class for you.
All classes are priced according to the average time it takes to complete the project plus materials. The hourly rate is $30 per hour.
We provide everything you need during class – all tools and all materials to complete each project.
To book a class, we accept online payments via Square Market, PayPal, and Venmo. Booking requires a deposit of 1/2 the cost of the class.
An intensive journey into metalsmithing where you supply the map. This course will cover the fundamentals to make the jewelry of your dreams and give you the confidence to work independently going forward. The student directed curriculum lasting 40 hours covers (but is not limited to) the following bench jewelry topics: Soldering Chain Making Settings […]
Stamp it or leave it plain, this necklace’s minimalism will compliment any outfit. Excellent gift for Mother’s Day or Bridesmaid gifts. Class includes up to 18″ of chain to match. Time: 2 hours ($50) Materials: $10 Total Cost: $60
Chakras: Each of the centers of spiritual power in the human body. Over the course of 2 hours, this class will cover the 7 main chakras, stone metaphysics and how to pair yourself with stones that pertain to your energetic needs. Each student will have the opportunity to select stones for a bracelet or a […]
This leather bracelet looks great on men and women alike. Perhaps a his/her’s set for Valentines Day? The foundation is braided black leather and features a precious metal clay medallion stamped with your choice of designs. Finish the bracelet off with hemp accents and a buckle clasp. Time: 2 hours ($50) Materials: $30 Total Cost: […]
Create an endearing necklace on a sterling chain featuring two forged sterling interlocking rings. Perfect for yourself or for a special someone. Time: 2 hours ($50) Materials: $25 Total Cost: $75
Circles are so symbolic – what will your circle ring represent to you? This simple ring goes with everything. Perfect for yourself or for a gift. Excellent 1st project. Time: 2 hours ($50) Materials: $10 Total Cost: $60
Make one or make many – these simple stacked rings can be worn alone or with other rings. Great first class – make 3 rings. Time: 2 hours ($50) Materials: $10 Total Cost: $60 Buy Now
Begins June 21, 2021 at 5pm This 6-week course will guide you through the basics of silversmithing including soldering, wire working, hammering, bezel setting, and sawing. Classes will meet once per week for 2 hours (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm) on Mondays. $360 + $75 materials fee = $435 Week 1: Soldering – Stacked Rings […]
Virta Health helps people living with type 2 diabetes reverse their condition. They are transforming lives, helping people achieve results many thought would be impossible. This is an ode to their incredible work! The design is based off of their company “spark” logo, and the earrings come in two sizes – large and small. These […]
Learn to hard solder your projects from jump rings to clasps to give your work the finishing touches it needs.
Get out your hammer and anvil! Using 14 gauge round wire cut, file, hammer, and finish three bangle bracelets.
Create 3 rings, solder bezels, and set these colorful cabochons. These little gems can be worn together or alone.
Create this beauty for fresh casual boho look.
Use your photo or collage materials and a pre-made bezel to make a pendant sealed with ice resin.
Create a bezel, form a wire bracelet, and assemble into this lovely latch style cabochon bracelet.
Get out your hammer and anvil. Choose 1 to 3 designs. Cut, file, hammer, and finish these wearable works of art.
Wide Ring with Cabochon Stone features a wide sterling hammered band and is embellished with a bezel set cabochon.
In this class you will form, file, solder, hammer, and finish a silver bracelet in 2 hours.
Sparkling links to wear day or night. Wrap, file, solder, and forge this timeless sterling necklace that features 4 different sized loops in a long 30 inch chain.
Form, solder, and hammer 7 to 9 silver links. Learn how to attach leather cord to necklace to complete this piece.
Choose metal of spinning bands for this ring: gold filled, hammered silver, twisted silver wire, and add patina for interest. There are three stages in making this ring: the inner sleeve, the spinners, and the cap end pieces.
Learn to weave 26 gauge wire around a dowel to create a woven wire piece for uses in bracelets, necklaces, and whatever your creative mind can think of. Nice end caps will give your finished piece a beautiful professional look. You may also add lampwork pieces, crystal rondells, and a clasp of your choosing or learn to make a clasp out of wire.
This advanced class will take you through the journey of making a piece of jewelry that you design OR replicating a piece of jewelry that you love. The sky is the limit. Please call for scheduling and price.
Create a pendant by soldering, filing, and finishing, and mount your bezel. Stones supplied by teacher.
Hand hammer a wide silver sheet bracelet and then learn how to put them together to complete this classic piece.
Hand form or stamp an image in the PMC clay. Dry and fire in the kiln. Learn finishing techniques to complete your pendant.
For your projects I offer students time in 3 hour labs to use the studio tools. This is open to students who have taken the beginning classes. Some metal available for purchase.
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