Intro to Metalsmithing Jewelry (Metals 1): February 6 & 13, 10:00-2:00. 2 spots left!

Enter the world of making metal jewelry with Metals 1: Intro to Metalsmithing. This introductory 2-session weekday class gives you the foundational skills of metalsmithing jewelry and is the prerequisite for our more advanced classes.  This workshop is jam-packed with information to get you introduced to the world of metalsmithing without a huge time commitment! In addition to learning safety procedures, you will learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing and at the end of class, you will have made a textured 7 mm sterling silver ring band with their choice in size and texture and a copper pendant necklace that is hand-sawn and hand-textured. We will cover: Studio safety and ergonomics Sawing techniques Hammer texturing and stamping Filing and sanding Ring sizing Basics of soldering Texturing metal with a rolling mill and hammers How to use a flex-shaft How to create a comfort-fit ring Polishing Details: 2 week session: Thursdays, February 6 & 13 from 10:00-2:00.  You must be able