Beginning Silversmithing- Pendant or Ring

Beginning Silversmithing- Pendant or Ring

Copper Cat Studio welcomes back Mandi Wirtanen of Mandalynn Jewelry Designs. In this beginner level class, students will develop skills in making a handmade silver gemstone pendant or ring. This introductory class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn or refresh the fundamental skills involved in making jewelry and metalsmithing. We will be working in Sterling Silver and each student will be guided through the step-by-step process of creating a bezel around a gemstone cabochon. Skills covered will include cutting, shaping, filing, hammered textures, soldering with a gas fueled torch, and bezel setting a Cabochon stone. This exciting interactive class includes many demonstrations and lots of hands-on work, and you will be taking home a finished handmade Pendant or Ring! All materials are included and all necessary tools will be provided for use in class. Additional metal, stones and tool kits are available for purchase after the class. This workshop is appropriate for Ages 16+. Class size limited to eight students and pre-registration is required. Can't make it to class on this date? We have two more Silversmith offerings during Artown on July 28th & 29th.