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Download our Spring/Summer 2019 course catalogI just wanted to let you know that I could not have been more impressed with this Jewelry 1 class. Diane is awesome. She really knows her stuff. I have taken classes before at other places and I have to say that here at Metalwerx the instructor knowledge level, studio space and equipment have all been exceptional.
Bob G., Waltham, MA
Weekly Classes
Weekly Classes
Weekly classes provide students with the fundamental skills needed to enter and explore the field of jewelry making and metalworking. Classes run from three to ten weeks.
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with Wendy Jo NewWeekly Class (3 weeks)September 10-24, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until August 11Materials: $65.00Learn how to add dimension and complexity to the surface of metal through direct texturing methods such as hammering, surface alterations involving the keum-boo and solder inlay processes, as well as patination techniques aimed at expanding your understanding of color application on metal.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (8 weeks)September 14-November 16, 2020weekly on Mondays10:00am-1:00pmfor 8 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 15Materials: $75.00This course provides training and solutions for a range of stone settings and techniques aimed at dressing up or enhancing your jewelry designs. Over several weeks, students will make, manipulate, and alter bezel, tube, taper, prong, and bead settings that will be made by hand from scratch. Starting with a review of these settings, students will refine their approach to planning out and designing a stone setting, placing particular emphasis on visual interest, but most importantly on making sure it perfectly fits the stone.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (8 weeks)September 14-November 16, 2020weekly on Mondays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 8 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 15Materials: $10.00Pursue individual projects with questions answered by a professional jeweler. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new pieces. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays10:00am-1:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 16Materials: $65.00Build upon the basic techniques covered in Jewelry 1 to open up design possibilities and create more complex pieces. Discover advanced soldering techniques, more exciting stone settings, tool making, and strategies to design and produce more successful jewelry. Students will set stones, fabricate hollow forms, and more!
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 16Materials: $45.00This class combines several skill building topics and presents them in a weekly format with the goal of improving hand-skills through a series of technical exercises. There will be a particular focus placed on sawing/piercing, precision filing, soldering, and finishing. Come and build upon fundamental jewelry making techniques and acquire elevated bench skills that will prove to be an asset with any jewelry project!
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with Diane LawtonWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 15-November 10, 2020weekly on Tuesdays6:30pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$435.00 $413.25
5% discount until August 16Materials: $50.00This introductory course focuses on developing fundamental hand skills, good studio habits, and an appreciation for quality craftsmanship. Students will learn essential fabrication techniques by designing and producing unique, handcrafted jewelry.
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with David BairdWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays10:00am-1:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $10.00Pursue individual projects with questions answered by a professional jeweler. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new pieces. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with Joy RaskinWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays1:30pm-4:30pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $55.00This weekly class presents students with the fundamentals of jewelry and metalsmithing skills. Among the many techniques that will be covered, students will learn how to effectively shape, join, polish, texture, and patina metal.
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with William VanariaWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 16-November 11, 2020weekly on Wednesdays6:00pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 17Materials: $65.00Build upon the basic techniques covered in Jewelry 1 to open up design possibilities and create more complex pieces. Discover advanced soldering techniques, more exciting stone settings, tool making, and strategies to design and produce more successful jewelry. Students will set stones, fabricate hollow forms, and more!
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with Mary FisherWeekly Class (9 weeks)September 17-November 12, 2020weekly on Thursdays6:00pm-9:00pmfor 9 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$485.00 $460.75
5% discount until August 18Materials: $10.00Pursue individual forming projects with guidance offered by Mary Fisher. Finish up work hiding in your bench and get advice on new designs. This class is loaded with great bench tips to guide students through projects with success.
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with Cristina PabonWeekly Class (3 weeks)October 8-22, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until September 8Materials: $85.00This course will focus heavily on building up high levels of soldering proficiency as the instructor leads students with industry level expertise. Feel more confident at the torch while elevating your soldering aptitude, through this intensive weekly class.
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with Karen KaronWeekly Class (3 weeks)November 5-19, 2020weekly on Thursdays10:00am-4:00pmfor 3 weeksat MetalwerxTuition:$395.00 $375.25
5% discount until October 6Materials: $125.00Led by expert chain maille jeweler, Karen Karon, our chain maille workshops teach students how to transform classic patterns of connected jump rings into striking pieces of jewelry. This three-week class will focus on how to construct three essential weaves that will lay the foundation for all future chain maille endeavors.
