Explore smithing techniques that date back to ancient times or learn more modern fundamentals. In the Jewelry and Metalsmithing studio you can learn to carve, shape, size and design your own jewelry made from quality materials. We also offer resources for stone setting, casting, and polishing. For members inexperienced with metalsmithing, we offer several workshops a term to get you started.
- Casting equipment
- Fabrication equipment
- Buffing and polishing equipment
- A variety of torches
- Shears
- Brakes
- Rolling mill
- Most hand tools
Studio Hours
Open Studio Hours*:
The Craft Center will be closed September 2-September 24. The Craft Center will reopen for Fall Term on September 25.
Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed
*Hours are subject to change and may vary from week to week.
Orientation Schedule:
Signups for the Jewelry Orientation are below. An orientation must be completed before your first visit in order to use the studio. Orientations are only available during Week 2, 3, and 4 of the term.
Experience is required to complete an orientation.
Orientation Registration
Studio Orientation is required for all new studio users not registered for a workshop to become acquainted with studio policies and space usage. Users must have prior experience to take this orientation. Prior experience is defined as workshop or class experience within the past 2 years and a full understanding of the studio processes from beginning to end.
Intro Special: Silver Rings
Student Price: $20.00Non-student Price: $20.00
Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen
- Wednesday, September 27, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Beginning Jewelry Fabrication
Student Price: $210.00Non-student Price: $245.00
Instructor: Margarita O'Brien
- Monday, October 2, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, October 9, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, October 16, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, October 23, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, October 30, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, November 6, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Learn the fundamental skills for creating beautiful jewelry and metal work. You'll practice many fundamental studio skills to execute your artistic vision. Fabrication techniques will include design, cutting, filing, soldering, and finishing.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Enameling
Student Price: $140.00Non-student Price: $165.00
Instructor: Margarita O'Brien
- Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Learn the fundamental skills and techniques of fusing colored glass to metal. Create colorful pieces with copper and lead free enamels to use in jewelry or wall art. We will explore sifting, stenciling, wet packing, and foils to create your images.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 10/5
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Cian Whalen
- Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 10/12
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Cian Whalen
- Thursday, October 12, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 10/19
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Cian Whalen
- Thursday, October 19, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Continuing Jewelry Fabrication
Student Price: $140.00Non-student Price: $165.00
Instructor: Neva Gruver
- Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 1, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Expand your knowledge of the jewelry studio. Learn new processes and techniques through demos and hands-on assistance.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. Prior fabrication experience required. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 10/26
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen
- Thursday, October 26, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 11/9
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen
- Thursday, November 9, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Silver Rings 11/13
Student Price: $40.00Non-student Price: $50.00
Instructor: Margarita O'Brien
- Monday, November 13, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.