Wedding Ring Workshop - Apprentice

5 week class

THURSDAYS 6 - 9 pm
September 7 - October 5 

SWIVEL LOCKETS
In this course, students will learn how to fabricate a simple locket and/or small box. Students will learn how to use the circle cutters, dapping punches and more advanced fabrication and soldering techniques. Simple hinge making and locking mechanisms will also be taught in this class.

Materials are not included and material fees will be assessed during class, and is based on individual student's metal choices and project requirements.  We will have raw materials for purchase onsite, or you're welcome to bring your own.

Prerequisite: This class is designed for students who have already familiarized themselves with the basics of metalsmithing -- having completed at least one Level One Course at MAKE MADE or equivalent experience via Make + Sip Courses or other courses taught by Danielle or Katie. 

Workshop Cancellation Policy:

Student Cancellation:
Due to the small class sizes and demand for each seat, if you are unable to attend a class for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible to allow another student to register for the class.

Please note, we cannot offer refunds for student cancellations, but we can offer credit to be applied toward a future workshop based on the time frame in which you have notified us of your cancellation.

• Please notify us at least 72 hours prior to the workshop date and time for full credit towards another workshop.
• Less than 72 hours notice from class date and time, you will receive a 50% credit towards another workshop.
• If cancelled within 24 hours of workshop or if you are a no-show to class, we cannot offer any credit.

Low-Enrollment Cancellation:
Workshop cancellations are decided three days before the start date. In the rare event that MAKE MADE must cancel a workshop due to insufficient enrollment, currently enrolled students will have the option to have the entire class fee refunded or held as credit for future workshops.

SATURDAY, September 23
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

These organic leaf earrings are a perfect addition to your fall wardrobe. --- And you can have the amazing experience of making them yourself!

Students will transform a flat sheets of copper OR sterling silver into dimensional and textural leaves using a metalsmithing technique called fold forming. You will hammer, cut, texture and finish a pair of these amazingly lightweight leaf earrings, add sterling silver ear wires, and will be introduced to some of the most basic silversmithing techniques.     

This course is a perfect class for a fun, one of a kind day out with the girls. 

*All materials are included for one pair of earrings.

Absolutely no prior experience necessary!

BYOW! Students are invited to bring their own bottle of wine to sip on while they work.    

 Workshop Cancellation Policy:

Student Cancellation:
Due to the small class sizes and demand for each seat, if you are unable to attend a class for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible to allow another student to register for the class.

Please note, we cannot offer refunds for student cancellations, but we can offer credit to be applied toward a future workshop based on the time frame in which you have notified us of your cancellation.

• Please notify us at least 72 hours prior to the workshop date and time for full credit towards another workshop.
• Less than 72 hours notice from class date and time, you will receive a 50% credit towards another workshop.
• If cancelled within 24 hours of workshop or if you are a no-show to class, we cannot offer any credit.

Low-Enrollment Cancellation:
Workshop cancellations are decided three days before the start date. In the rare event that MAKE MADE must cancel a workshop due to insufficient enrollment, currently enrolled students will have the option to have the entire class fee refunded or held as credit for future workshops.

Saturday, October 28, 10 AM - 1 :30 PM

Start your Halloween celebrations off by making a personalized copper or sterling silver Sugar Skull pendant! Learn how to saw, file and stamp in this fun 2.5 hour class.

Absolutely no prior experience necessary!

Materials for one skull pendant and sterling chain included in class fee.

 Workshop Cancellation Policy:

Student Cancellation:
Due to the small class sizes and demand for each seat, if you are unable to attend a class for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible to allow another student to register for the class.

Please note, we cannot offer refunds for student cancellations, but we can offer credit to be applied toward a future workshop based on the time frame in which you have notified us of your cancellation.

• Please notify us at least 72 hours prior to the workshop date and time for full credit towards another workshop.
• Less than 72 hours notice from class date and time, you will receive a 50% credit towards another workshop.
• If cancelled within 24 hours of workshop or if you are a no-show to class, we cannot offer any credit.

Low-Enrollment Cancellation:
Workshop cancellations are decided three days before the start date. In the rare event that MAKE MADE must cancel a workshop due to insufficient enrollment, currently enrolled students will have the option to have the entire class fee refunded or held as credit for future workshops.

SATURDAY, November 4th
10:00 am-2:00 pm

Ring in the holiday season by creating your very own handmade jingle bells!  In this one day workshop, students will learn how to cut out their bell shape from copper sheet metal, use metal stamps to add an imposed decoration, then use dapping punches and blocks to dome the form into a jingle bell.  These handmade bells can be used as seasonal décor, Christmas tree ornaments, or as pendants. (Finished bells are approximately 1" in diameter.)

Each student will make 2-3 bells.

This course is a perfect for beginners! Absolutely no prior experience necessary.  This course is also kid-friendly, so don't hesitate to bring those 10+.  

 Workshop Cancellation Policy:

Student Cancellation:
Due to the small class sizes and demand for each seat, if you are unable to attend a class for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible to allow another student to register for the class.

Please note, we cannot offer refunds for student cancellations, but we can offer credit to be applied toward a future workshop based on the time frame in which you have notified us of your cancellation.

• Please notify us at least 72 hours prior to the workshop date and time for full credit towards another workshop.
• Less than 72 hours notice from class date and time, you will receive a 50% credit towards another workshop.
• If cancelled within 24 hours of workshop or if you are a no-show to class, we cannot offer any credit.

Low-Enrollment Cancellation:
Workshop cancellations are decided three days before the start date. In the rare event that MAKE MADE must cancel a workshop due to insufficient enrollment, currently enrolled students will have the option to have the entire class fee refunded or held as credit for future workshops.

"...same quality of teaching as in the group class, but all the instructions are directed just to you and fit your individual needs. You’ll accomplish so much more work as you’re not waiting for others and there are no distractions. The instructor stays with you until you have completed your piece. The quiet is a nice benefit.”  - Jean

Private Jewelry Making Lessons

Learn one-on-one with either Katie or Danielle! This is a great option for beginners to advanced, particularly for students who wish to work on a specific topic and/or prefer to have exclusive uninhibited one-on-one instructor attention.   Popular topics are those that students repeatedly struggle with (for example: particular soldering situations) or new topics (example: flush setting stones).

Many students, particularly beginners, find that they learn and accomplish more, faster, with one-on-one instruction.   Students repeatedly tell us that they prefer private lessons, and find this type of intimate one-on-one instruction extremely valuable.  

Topics are chosen on a student by student basis, based on the interests and needs of the individual.  Topics range from beginning to advanced, and some sample topics include:

• Enameling
• Cold Connections
• Sawing/Filing/Sanding/Finishing
• Soldering
• Hollow Construction
• Chain Fabrication
• Earrings
• Stone Setting
• Casting + Mold Making
• Findings/Hinges/Clasps
• Patinas
• Surface Textures/treatments
• Etc.

We offer special rates for booking our 15 and 18 hour private lesson packages.  These packages are equivalent to the standard 5 or 6 week courses.  Class days/times and number of hours per session are customized to each student.   

Three Hour Minimum
It's simply too difficult to get anything accomplished during shorter time periods.  Three hours is the standard amount of time allotted to a jewelry course.  Choose from a three hour (one day), six hour (one day), 15 or 18 hour package (split into 3 or 6 hour days at your discretion).  

Contact us to chat about Private Lessons ahead of time, or book your first set of courses below and we'll call you to discuss all the specifics!