Intro to Jewelry Making

Class Schedule

1-day workshops from 11am-6pm:

• Sun. Jul 6th
• Sat. Sep 13th
• Sat. Oct 11th
• Sat. Nov 15th
• Sat. Dec 13th

Class Description

Jewelry Making for Beginners: Stacking Ring, Bangles, Earrings, Torch Enamel, and Beachstone Pendant with Laura Bouton and Andy Tuse

Intro to jewelry workshop is designed for the jeweler just starting out in the world of metalsmithing, this is a one-day workshop designed for beginners or anyone looking to make their own jewelry.

In this comprehensive workshop, you'll have the opportunity to dive into various techniques and explore the world of jewelry fabrication. Perfect for the beginner student as a starting point before taking our 6 week metalsmithing class.

Techniques Covered: Throughout the workshop, you'll learn a variety of techniques such as sawing, torch fabrication, forming applications, creating textures, finishing, and polishing. These essential techniques are basic foundation skills for jewelry making and will allow you to create quality pieces that you can wear home!

Class Structure: The workshop begins with an introduction to basic jewelry making tools and techniques. Students will be guided step-by-step through each technique, demonstrating proper usage and providing hands-on assistance as needed.

Project Options: As a beginner, you'll have the opportunity to choose from several exciting project options. You can create a stacking ring set, a bangle bracelet set, or earrings using the skills you learn throughout the workshop. Additionally, you can explore the world of torch enamel and create beautiful enamel earrings or a pendant. If you are an avid beach stone collector, you can bring your stones to create unique and fun beach stone pendants.

Tools, materials and base metals are provided for your project. If a student prefers to create their project using sterling silver, this can be purchased from the instructor and is paid at the beginning of the class. Check, cash or venmo are accepted.

Please choose your project choice during sign up by emailing the instructor, Laura Bouton at lbouton018@gmail.com.

Stacking ring set

Bangle set

Earrings

Torch enamel

Beach stone pendants

Feel free to pack a lunch.

All long hair MUST be tied up and absolutely NO open toed shoes are allowed.