Jewelry I - Intro to Metalsmithing
Adult | Registration opens 11/17/2025 8:00 PM EDT
This introductory studio course provides a foundation in essential jewelry fabrication
techniques. Students will learn to measure, saw, file, solder, and finish sheet metal
through guided exercises and projects such as spinner ring, stacker ring, or single-stone
ring. Basic cabochon stone-setting methods will be introduced, along with an emphasis
on design planning, craftsmanship, and safe studio practice. By the end of the course,
students will complete several small wearable pieces that demonstrate confidence in
basic metalsmithing skills.
Students will learn to:
• Demonstrate proper use of hand tools, torches, and studio safety protocols
• Accurately measure, mark, cut, and form sheet and wire metal
• Execute basic soldering and joining methods
• Apply fundamental finishing and polishing techniques
• Perform basic bezel stone-setting techniques