Jewelry Making (Once a Week)

All once a week classes are taught through one-on-one instruction geared to your skill level and interests, whether you are a complete beginner or advanced metalsmith.  

Since our instructors work with you individually, you  never have to worry about keeping up with a class that is moving too quickly or too slowly for your comfort. Just sign up for the class time that best fits your schedule. Your instructors have years of team teaching experience and will guide you every step of the way.

• Learn in silver or gold, according to your skill level
• Learn at your own pace
• Choose your own projects

Students wishing to work in gold (some metalsmithing experience first is suggested) will be able to take a short walk to the Jewelry District to purchase gold shot (we will be able to show you how to alloy in class). 

Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No, 

Important things to note :

• Bring whatever tools you have if you already have some experience and the rest can be supplied. If you are a complete beginner, a beginner tool kit is available to get you started that costs $282.80. 
  
  Beginner tool kit includes :  

1. Bezel Shears 
2. Pliers, Chain-nose
3. Pliers, Round-nose
4. Kiln Tweezers 
5. Black Stone Tweezers  
6. Cross locking Tweezers 
7. Dividers, Round leg 
8. Charcoal Block, small 
9. Stackpack 
10. Scriber 
11. File set, Student 
12. File, Student ½ round large  
13. Dowel Set (9) 
14. Wet/dry sandpaper set
15. Silver (17 dwt)
16. Stones (3) 
17. Ultra-fine Sharpie 
18. JAI Notebook w/pen

• Materials for your first project (three stacking rings) are included in the beginner tool kit and materials for following projects will be available for purchase at the school: Fine silver, sterling silver, copper, and “Nugold,” enamels, various findings as well as solder To-the-trade stone dealers are available during every class.