5 Reasons to Learn Jewelry Making in NYC

Looking for new ways to get creative in the city? If you want a fun and rewarding new hobby, try our jewelry making classes in NYC! You’ll step into an artist's studio and get expert guidance from a friendly instructor. 

From beading to metalsmithing, you can choose a jewelry making skill to dive into. Don’t hesitate even if you’ve never tried before. Our classes are ideal for beginners. No matter which workshop you choose, you’ll walk away with knowledge and the DIY jewelry you make in class.

If you need more convincing, here are five reasons why you should give it a try.

Get expert instruction from local artists

New York is full of creative people and the best way to appreciate the work they do is to take a class with artisans and makers around the city. From a metalsmithing class in Brooklyn to a casting workshop in Manhattan, you have the opportunity to learn from the best.

Not only will you be able to learn specific skills, like making silver rings or a gemstone setting, but you’ll also take advantage of the experience and knowledge your teacher offers with each class.

You’ll feel inspired by each artist’s work and get tips on specific techniques to make a piece of jewelry you’ve dreamed of wearing. Your teacher is excited about sharing knowledge and getting to know a local artist is a special experience.   

Take time out for yourself

If you’ve ever put off trying something new because you didn’t think you had the time or the ability, we get it. But our creative workshops are designed for people just starting out and who need that extra bit of encouragement.

When you free up some time to learn a new skill and fuel your curiosity, you will boost your wellbeing. Learning how to make jewelry satisfies your desire to learn and gives you the confidence to nurture your creativity.   

Join a craft workshop that’s social

Another advantage to taking a workshop in NYC is the chance to get social and not over an app. You can bring a friend or partner along to learn together. But you can also go on your own and meet other beginners who are enthusiastic to learn in a jewelry making course. 

Workshops are casual settings, where you can ask your instructor questions throughout the class and share your progress with each other. You’ll love chatting with people you might not get a chance to meet otherwise and even strike up friendships that encourage you to take other classes together.  

Plan a unique bachelorette or birthday party 

If you have a major event coming up like a 30th birthday or a friend’s wedding, throwing a creative gathering will make a memorable party. Instead of planning all the logistics, you can request a private jewel design class with your teacher for your group.

Everyone will love learning in a local jeweler’s studio and ending class with the beautiful pieces that you make. It can be as simple as beading bracelets with each other while catching up or you can learn more involved skills like silversmithing a ring.   

Learn a creative skill you’ll use for life

When you take jewelry courses, you’ll have the ability to keep going and build your skills. If you love fabricating jewelry with precious metals, you can learn water casting or wax carving to expand your knowledge. Or you can keep refining your basic techniques, from sawing to filing and soldering.

With the knowledge you take away from class, you can keep making jewelry. You can create DIY earrings with beading or wire wrapping techniques and give them as gifts or even start a side hustle. Or just keep going to design your own jewelry to wear and enjoy.

Curious about all the fun ways you'll learn how to make jewelry at an NYC workshop? Read about it here.