Workshops

This 3-day weekend workshop will lead you on a journey filled with "twists and turns", as you explore a variety of core metalsmithing skills that culminate with a hand-forged silver ring, accented with gleaming faceted stones. Click course image to read more.

In Stackable Rings you’ll learn to make a stack of hand-textured sterling silver rings, complete with an array of bezel-set cabochon stones or metal accents. Click on course image to read more.

The GSG chain maille weave is a more simple weave suitable for beginners to construct. Experienced weavers are also welcome! Click on course image to read more.

Students with intermediate chain maille experience can join this half day workshop and learn how to construct the intricate Backbone weave by making a bracelet in sterling silver. Click on course image to read more.

In this 1-day workshop, students will learn how to make forged earrings with a cold connected element, “trapping” an object in the middle for a dramatic and contemporary affect. Click course image to read more.

Join us for a one-day onsite course to unlock the super accessible yet intricate craft of a linked bracelet, with specific focus placed on the “paperclip” motif. Click on course image to read more.

Create timeless pearl strands in this beginner friendly course. Click on course image to read more.

Pulse arc welding lessons are available from April through June. Metalwerx will put students in touch with the instructor after registration has been completed, to schedule the dates / times of the lesson.

Tuition covers 6 hours of instruction and practice time with David Baird. These dates and times are flexible and can be adjusted directly with the instructor after registration has been completed. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions. 

Micro pulse arc welding is widely known to be a useful tool to increase efficiency with basic bench tasks such as ring sizing

Pulse arc welding lessons open from January through December. 

Tuition covers 6 hours of instruction and practice time with Wendy Jo New. These dates and times are flexible and can be adjusted directly with the instructor after registration has been completed. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions. 

Micro pulse arc welding is widely known to be a useful tool to increase efficiency with basic bench tasks such as ring sizing, connections near heat-sensitive stones, and repairing porous castings. It works well on gold, silver, stainless steel, titanium, platinum, and

In this one-day onsite workshop students will get a thorough crash course in bezel tube settings while making fun sparkly earrings! Click on course image to read more.

In this workshop, students will learn how to cut and shape a handmade cabochon out of a rough stone and then how to turn it into a silver ring. Click on course image to read more.

In Stackable Rings you’ll learn to make a stack of hand-textured sterling silver rings, complete with an array of bezel-set cabochon stones or metal accents. Click on course image to read more.

2-day project-based workshop exploring best practices for separating out usable precious metals from scrap, how to melt it down, cast an ingot and turn that into usable stock.

This condensed exploration of metalworking fundamentals is perfect for those who have always wanted to learn jewelry making but never had the time. Saw, anneal, solder, file, texture, create inlay, and more while creating one-of-a-kind jewelry! Click on course image to read more.

This 2-day workshop will introduce fun and easy ways to create various textures and twists on both sheet and wire. Using hammers and the rolling mill, students will learn how to create interesting and beautiful textures on metals. Hand drills, vices, and other tools for cold twisting will be employed in simple wire twisting techniques as a first step in the creation of unique and one-of-a-kind pieces. The textured metal and wire samples will then be used to create simple jewelry pieces such as bangles, ring bands, and earrings. Copper and silver will be provided in the materials kit. Students

During this one-day course, participants will be turning a found beach treasure into beautiful pieces of jewelry. Students will learn how to cut, drill and carve into their glass or stone, while adding silver accents to make a pendant. Click course image to read more.

Applying the right finish to a piece of jewelry is one of the most important aspects of creating successful work. There are countless ways to finish jewelry, from the flawless mirror finish seen in commercial jewelry, to the matte brushed finish popular with many art jewelers. In this workshop, students will learn industry level tips, tricks, and techniques, while producing several of these finishes on numerous ring blanks. Students are also encouraged to bring in personal work to get feedback and suggestions on how to finish it.

Looking to dip your toes in the vast waters of jewelry making and metalsmithing, but don’t know where to start? Look no further than this perfectly honed "crash-course" weekend. Click on course image to read more.