Jewelry Classes in Washington, DC

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...

Create wonderful, wearable jewelry using copper, silver, or other metals. Learn or improve your skills in metalsmithing (sawing, drilling, filing, soldering, stone setting, etc.). Small class (max 4) size ensures one-on-one instructor guidance. Materials can be purchased from the instructor. Preparations:  Be in close-toed shoes. ...

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...

In this one-day workshop you will learn how to Flush set faceted stones correctly and with confidence. Students will be setting faceted stones in both brass and sterling silver. Proper tools, layout and finishing will be covered.  All materials are included in the workshop fee. Lunch will be provided. Students should not wear loose clothing...

In this workshop you will learn how to solder sterling silver correctly and with confidence. Students will be soldering sterling silver utilizing tension, sweat, and pick methods. Using Oxygen/Propane little torches students will learn the proper way to protect their metal from oxidation. Students will spend the day practicing the various techniques...

Make memories while creating your own jewelry. Great for bridal showers, bachelorette parties, wedding day jewelry, and gifts. Names and wedding date can be pre-inscribed on the back/inside and each guest can personalize the other side to suit their taste.  $40/person for a copper and brass pendant. $100/person for a silver bracelet. ...

This exciting three day class teaches proper jewelry making techniques for beginners. Students will learn the correct way to file, saw, form, forge, solder Sterling Silver as well as make a stone setting and set stones, in an intensive workshop held in our beautiful studio, each student will create a minimum of (5) pieces of Sterling jewelry seated...

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,...

This exciting 3 day class will be challenging and rewarding. Students have creative freedom in the execution of these projects. 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...

Make a beautiful bracelet with tools & materials commonly found at the hardware store in this live streaming workshop. You will need: 1. Internet connection 2. 16-18g copper wire (picture hanging, hobby), OR bare copper wire (4 ft cut to order) 3. Long nose or needle nose pliers (small tip, rounded outside jaw) 4. Hammer 5. Light weight flush...

You will learn to fabricate several different styles of clasps in sterling silver in this class. Techniques covered will include a hook with secondary butterfly clasp, a two-part sliding hook, and interlocking shapes clasp and a box clasp. This is the second teaching engagement in the Washington DC metro area for Alex and presents an incredible...

In this one-day workshop you will learn how to electro-etch silver using safe low-voltage electricity and a solution of silver nitrate. You will learn three resist methods for applying your image to the silver prior to etching. After taking the workshop you will be able to create your image directly on the metal or use any black and white image on...

Create a pendant and pair of earrings using copper or brass. Learn the techniques of: sawing drilling filing riveting texturing milling using patina Small class size (max 5) ensures one-on-one instructor guidance. Preparations: Be in close-toed shoes. Tie back long hair.