Silversmithing 101 with instructor Danielle Slate

Beginner Jewelry-Making Course

Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Duration: 1 Month

Level: Beginner - No Experience Needed

 

Ready to create your own handcrafted jewelry from the ground up? Join our instructor Danielle Slate for Silversmithing 101, a hands-on, beginner-friendly class designed to introduce you to the foundational skills of silversmithing. Whether you're looking for a new hobby or starting your journey into jewelry design, this course is the perfect place to begin.

In This Class, You'll Learn:

Tool Basics: What each tool is used for, and how to use it safely and effectively

Metal Knowledge: Understand sheet metal, wire, bezel sizes, and how different metals are used in designs.

Soldering Techniques: Learn about solder types, when to use them, and how to control your torch and flame confidently.

Jewelry Fabrication Skills:

Make single ring shanks, textured rings, and double ring shanks

Make bezel set stone rings

Learn piercing and sawing to make intricate, personalized designs

Design and fabricate a pendant using skills learned

Learn to attach jump rings to make a necklace for pendants

All Students Receive:

Expert instruction hands on instruction

A take home tool kit that contains all necessary tools and materials for the class

Info on safe studio practices and setup

Guidance on project planning and execution

Guidance on how to navigate purchasing metals

Looking to keep going after this class?

Ask your instructor about our continuing jewelry education opportunities available once you complete Jewelry 101!

No experience required - all tools and materials provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity!

 *Please note, cancellations must be made within 5 business days from the day an order is placed to qualify for a refund. All refunds will be issued less a $10.50 service fee. All refunds will be issued in the form of a check, and not electronically returned to any credit/debit/gift card. Please allow a minimum of 45 days for refund requests to be processed.

Course Resources
FAQ: Registration and Payment Steps (PDF Document) : FAQ: Registration and Payment Steps
Silversmithing 101 (PDF Document) : Silversmithing 101 with instructor Danielle SlateBeginner Jewelry-Making CourseSchedule: Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:00 PM ? 8:00 PMDuration: 1 MonthLevel: Beginner ? No Experience Needed