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Beginner Silversmithing Bootcamp

This course has been specially designed to introduce our students to the world of silversmithing by teaching a variety of captivating and essential skills. For some, this will be a fun way to learn something new and pick up a new hobby, and for others, it might begin a journey to become a silversmith. Come spend 2 comprehensive days learning the basics of Silversmithing. With hands-on practice, students will learn the foundation skills of silversmithing. Students will complete 2 projects in 2 days. Each project focuses on different areas of metalwork. On day one the students will work on sawing and sweat soldering layers of metal to create a pendant

Solitaires and Stacks with Stones

Spend a day in the workshop learning to create 3 unique sterling silver stacking rings,  2 with gemstones and one plain (textured or polished)! Each ring will be made from a different shape of wire: square, twisted, or half-round. Using bezel and basket/prong setting techniques, students will learn to set a 3 mm gemstone into each ring. Since the stone setting is best practiced on synthetic and lab-created gems, participants can choose from cubic zirconia and synthetic sapphire, ruby, or emerald. These one-of-a-kind rings can be worn as solitaires or stacks. Customize them all for yourself or create them as gifts for your loved ones!

Silver and copper earrings workshop for beginners

In this engaging class designed for beginners, you'll immerse into the art of silversmithing and emerge with two unique sets of earrings. One set features delicately textured sterling silver with a pop of copper, while the other boasts the mesmerizing beauty of fold-formed, patina-coated copper. Prepare to be amazed by how effortlessly these feather-light earrings adorn your ears with style and grace.

Meditation Spinner Rings

Meditation Spinner Rings  Everyone loves a little sparkle, so brighten up your jewellery wardrobe by learning to create a sterling silver ring with a bezel set faceted gemstone, in only ONE day! So many essential jewellery-making techniques are learned in this course such as annealing, ring making, soldering, bezel making, filing, sanding, polishing, and stone setting. All of the materials and equipment are included in the course price as well as a selection of lab-created and cubic zirconia faceted gemstones for you to choose from. If you prefer, we will also have a selection of natural gemstones available at an extra charge.

West Coast Inspired Stacking Rings

Enjoy a day in the studio fabricating your West Coast-inspired stacking rings. Our class allows you to create your own one-of-a-kind mountain ring, and 2 square wire rings with a pine needle texture. Create unique textures on each ring with different techniques using several kinds of burrs on the flex shaft. This class will teach you the fundamentals of silversmithing, such as soldering, ring sizing, texturing and more, with a fun twist!" All the materials and equipment are provided for this class; no experience is necessary. Please wear close-toed shoes, comfortable clothes, your hair tied back, and no scarves or loose clothing (such as long open sleeves that could pose