Unlock the essential metalsmithing and jewelry-making techniques in this immersive 4-week virtual course designed to take your skills to the next level. Spread over four engaging sessions (4 hours each), you’ll master foundational skills and learn to complete three unique, handcrafted pieces. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of essential techniques such as fabrication, soldering, texturing, piercing, forming, polishing, and chain-making and the confidence to create professional-quality pieces from scratch. This virtual course is perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their metalsmithing skills.
Projects include:
Layered Multi-Metal Hammer-Textured Ring
Learn the art of combining metals, sweat-soldering, texturing, and patination to create a bold, custom ring.
Pierced Cuff Bracelet with Granules
Explore metal piercing, granule-making, and sweat-soldering techniques to craft a beautiful cuff bracelet.
Chain Bracelet with S-Hook Clasp
Master chain-making, pick soldering, and fabricate a custom clasp to finish your piece with style and functionality.
Schedule:
Each day features a 4-hour workshop focused solely on demonstrations.
A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Materials:
A detailed list of materials and supplies will be emailed to you shortly before the class date.
Prerequisites:
No previous experience is necessary!
Check out the polishing class as a great add-on!
All photos are our amazing student's work!
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Professional Jewelers Bench
Deluxe bench shear-6"
Hold-it! The moldable third arm solder positioning clay
Haymaker Saw by Lion Punch Forge
Alundum Stone-150 grit
Alessia Permanent Jewelry Chain, Clover Design, Oval Links, Available in Gold Filled and Silver
Alcohol lamp
Advanced Jewelry Design with Remy Rotenier (DVD)