Craft Center member using metal sander.
Jewelry and Metalsmithing

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.

Tools Available
  • Casting equipment
  • Fabrication equipment
  • Buffing and polishing equipment
  • A variety of torches
  • Shears
  • Brakes
  • Rolling mill
  • Most hand tools

Studio Hours & Information

Open Studio Hours*: ​​​

March 18 - March 24
Monday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

The Craft Center will be closed for Spring Break from March 23rd through March 31st. We will reopen for Spring Term at 10am on April 1st. 

*Hours are subject to change and may vary from week to week.

Studio Announcements:

All items must be picked up from the studio by March 15. Any items left behind will be recycled or thrown away.

The Craft Center will be closed for Spring Break from March 23-March 31. We'll reopen for Spring Term on April 1. 


Orientation Registration - Closed for Winter Term.  

Registration for Spring Term orientations will open on April 1, 2024 at 10am. Spots are limited for orientations and take place during Weeks 2, 3, and 4 of the term. 

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.

Silver Rings

Silver Rings - Intro Special

Student Price: $20.00
Non-student Price: $20.00

Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

Celebrate the first week of the term with this $20 Intro Special! Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop does not provide enough experience to qualify for a full studio orientation.

Seats available: 0

Silver Rings

Silver Rings 4/8/24

Student Price: $40.00
Non-student Price: $50.00

Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Monday, April 8, 2024 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop does not provide enough experience to qualify for a full studio orientation.

Seats available: 0

Person filing copper bracelet

Beginning Jewelry Fabrication

Student Price: $210.00
Non-student Price: $245.00

Instructor: Margarita O'Brien

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Monday, April 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Monday, April 15, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Monday, April 22, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Monday, April 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Monday, May 6, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Monday, May 13, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

Learn the fundamental skills for creating beautiful jewelry and metal work. You'll practice many different jewelry studio skills to execute your artistic vision. Fabrication techniques will include design, cutting, filing, soldering, and finishing.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation to use the studio during Open Studio time.

Seats available: 0

Silver Rings

Silver Rings 4/9/24

Student Price: $40.00
Non-student Price: $50.00

Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Tuesday, April 9, 2024 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop does not provide enough experience to qualify for a full studio orientation.

Seats available: 5

Silver Rings

Silver Rings 4/15/24

Student Price: $40.00
Non-student Price: $50.00

Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Monday, April 15, 2024 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

Make a simple silver ring quickly and efficiently enough to wear it home. Learn the basics of soldering, shaping, and sizing.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop does not provide enough experience to qualify for a full studio orientation.

Seats available: 1

Silver Rings

Silver Rings 4/16/24

Student Price: $40.00
Non-student Price: $50.00

Instructor: Lili Wechsler-Azen

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Tuesday, April 16, 2024 - 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.

No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all sessions. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.

Introductory materials included.

This workshop does not provide enough experience to qualify for a full studio orientation.

Seats available: 0

Enameling

Student Price: $180.00
Non-student Price: $210.00

Instructor: Margarita O'Brien

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday, May 15, 2024 - 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.

Seats available: 5

Chain Making

Student Price: $80.00
Non-student Price: $95.00

Instructor: Margarita O'Brien

This workshop meets on the following date(s)
  • Wednesday, May 22, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday, May 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

 

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.

Seats available: 0