Jewelry Classes in Washington, DC

Learn how to create your own exquisite custom pendant. Using wire and your favorite flat bead or cabochon, you can make a lovely gift for a loved one (or yourself!). You will learn all of the techniques needed to make this pendant, including wire gauges, types of pliers, how to size and bend the wire, how to wrap wire and make spirals and embellishments,...

Create your own stamped mandala pendant or keyring! You will learn the basics of metal stamping including what tools and materials to use, how to use circle divider templates, tips and tricks to make the imprints consistent, how to line up the stamps, and how to patina your finished project. You will have a choice of designs to make your own circular...

Combining brass, copper and alternative materials, make jewelry that will really stand out! Learn basic cold connections: weaving, riveting and twisting, and more. Ideal for beginners or those who want to learn new techniques to add to their repertoire. We’ll focus on a new project each week, making 5-8 pieces of jewelry. Skill Level: All Levels...

Hammer textured Earrings. In this Virtual class, we will meet via Zoom. You will attend a live demonstration of how to make earrings. You will learn how to make a jump ring, how to forge, how to solder, how to make findings for the earring and finishing. We will have an open forum for questions and answers. Materials and techniques will be discussed...

As a developing artist, you need personalized, supportive evaluation to improve your techniques. This is your chance to bring your finished art and work-in-progress for respectful, careful feedback via group discussion and teacher-led demos. We'll pay special attention to your ability to convey the intricacy of your subject. Are your details complete?...

In this beginning level jewelry making class, learn the basic techniques of metalsmithing. During the eight week course you will create a minimum of four professionally finished projects (for example, rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets) in sterling silver while learning layout, sawing, forging, texturing, filing, polishing, soldering, and basic...

Come learn how to prong set faceted stones with Daniel Valencia, he has taught hundreds of metalsmiths this technique. In this two-day workshop you will learn how to prong set faceted stones correctly and with confidence. Students will be setting faceted stones of varying sizes in sterling silver. Setting fabrication will be demonstrated. Proper tools,...

Explore further the techniques introduced in Metal I. Forging, fusing, hollow forms, and advanced stone setting are the focus. All Metal II students learn to flush set faceted stones. Practice heavy bezel settings with hammer and punch. Fabricate hollow rings, Develop and create your own ideas. Metal II students are encouraged to attend open studio...

Are you looking to experience something new and refreshing! Spend two and a half to three hours in our professional jewelry studio making a textured or hammered band ring for yourself or for your special person. Guests will texture, bend, hammer, and solder silver to create a unique ring. This workshop registration includes two people with all materials...

Create a festive wreath made up of beautiful autumnal paper flowers. This class focuses on how to make handcraft fall-colored florals and finish off your piece with beautiful greenery elements. Taught by our skilled JamMaster, you’ll learn: What materials and tools to use to create a paper flowers wreath How to create realistic looking flowers...

Create a festive wreath made up of beautiful autumnal paper flowers. This class focuses on how to make handcraft fall-colored florals! About this Event Create a festive wreath made up of beautiful autumnal paper flowers. This class focuses on how to make handcraft fall-colored florals and finish off your piece with beautiful greenery elements. Taught...

This workshop is available Online.As of now all classes are online only. It's a fully interactive Virtual classroom with time for questions & answers and assignments review. It's simple, we'll email all registrants a link to join in.We'll allow in-Person attendance when it becomes possible. This crash course is designed for individuals...