Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Class

Make custom jewelry like a pro in this beginner-friendly metalsmithing jewelry-making class in LA! This metalsmithing workshop offers two class options — ring stack or bangles — both designed to introduce you to the foundations of jewelry making in a supportive, hands-on environment. This workshop begins with an overview of essential tools, materials, and studio safety. You’ll learn the core techniques of basic metalsmithing, including measuring and sizing, sawing, soldering, shaping, hammering, filing, and polishing. Using tools such as calipers, jeweler’s saws, files, hammers, mandrels, and a butane torch, you’ll transform raw wire into wearable pieces!After covering these shared techniques, the class will focus on your chosen project. In the ring stack making class, you’ll create two to three sterling silver or brass rings to take home. We’ll measure your finger, select your wire, and cut it to size before guiding you through sawing, soldering, shaping, hammering, and polishing your ring. Time permitting, you’ll repeat the process to create multiple rings.In the bangle-making class, you’ll produce up to three sterling silver or brass bangles to wear. In both options, you’ll be working with sterling silver and/or brass, exploring different wire shapes, and adding your own textures. This jewelry-making class is perfect if you’re looking to make matching rings for a date night idea or create matching bracelets during a creative outing with friends. If you’re looking for fun things to do in LA, learn how to make your own pieces and walk away with jewelry you crafted yourself!Important Information and Studio Policies

• Please arrive 5-10 minutes early for your workshop. Workshops start on time. If you are more than 15 minutes late for your class, you may forfeit your chance to take the class.
• Please note that we may take photos during the workshop to use on social media. If you do wish to be photographed, please let the teacher know when you arrive.
• If you are sick, please stay home. Call or email to let us know that you are not coming.
• Last-minute cancellations are extremely challenging for our guest teachers. Oftentimes, materials have been purchased and meticulously prepared ahead of time.

Walk away with a new set of up to three stacking rings or bangles! Read more details