Bangles are a circular and rigid bracelet that surfaced in 2600 BC. In this class, students will learn and practice their soldering skills using a torch that reaches at least 1,365 degrees to make a set of sterling silver bangle bracelets. In addition to soldering, students will learn a variety of techniques enabling them to change the surface, color, and texture of their bangles.

Students will leave this class with handmade bracelets and a better understanding of sterlingsilver soldering.

In this class, participants will make a pair of copper dangle earrings. Students will cut shapes from a sheet of copper, texture the surface, and drill a hole for assembly. The shapes can match or be asymmetrical, giving each pair its own character.

Participants will attach their copper shapes to a silver chain and connect the chain to earring wires using jump rings, creating lightweight earrings with gentle movement.

If time allows, students may also darken or color the copper using a torch to create a patina—a natural surface color that develops with heat to highlight the texture.

This three-hour class is designed as an approachable introduction to working with metal. No experience is necessary.

Create a small sterling silver charm for a bracelet or chain you already own. In this class, students will design, texture, saw, file, and solder.

Participants can bring a metal bracelet or chain to permanently attach their charm, or string it on a cotton cord and wear it as a pendant.

If time allows, students may make up to two projects.

This is an approachable introduction to working with metal. No experience is necessary.

In this class, students will saw, file, shape, solder, form, and polish a ring to fit their finger.

This is an approachable introduction to working with metal. No experience is necessary.