6-Week Metal-Smith Course

$499 18 hrs (6 Sessions)

Week 1: Metalsmithing Basics

Begin your metalsmithing journey with an introduction to essential tools, techniques, and safety. Students will learn foundational skills such as sawing, filing, and soldering simple metal components. These core techniques establish the groundwork for all upcoming projects in the course.

Week 2: Ring with Stone Setting

This session focuses on designing and fabricating a custom ring from start to finish. Students will measure, form, and solder a ring band, then add texture, stamping, or a small stone setting. By the end of class, each student will complete a polished, wearable ring.

Week 3: Pendant with Stone Setting

Students will create a personalized pendant while building precision in sawing, stamping, soldering, and bezel setting. This workshop emphasizes clean fabrication and thoughtful design, resulting in a unique, handcrafted pendant.

Week 4: Stamped Cuff with Stone Setting

This week introduces cuff forming, metal stamping, and basic stone setting techniques. Students will design, shape, and finish a custom cuff featuring their own stamped details and a hand-set stone.

Week 5: Earrings with Stone Setting

Students will create a pair of earrings—studs, dangles, or hoops—using skills such as sawing, soldering, texturing, and stone setting or embellishment. The focus is on balance, proportion, and crafting a cohesive pair from raw materials.

Week 6: Open Studio – Student Choice

The final week offers guided open studio time for finishing projects or beginning a new piece of your choice. Students can refine techniques, ask questions, and receive individualized support as they apply everything learned throughout the course.