Jewelry Classes in Charlotte

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. Not your grandma’s polymer clay! Reinvented and rediscovered by today’s...

Join a class filled with technical demonstrations, power-point presentations, conversations, and discussions ranging from gold, precious stones, glue versus gypsy setting, solder versus welding. If you need a few pointers on how to solder a gold ring, or if you are working on a jewelry line whatever it is you put your energy towards, this class is...

Learn linking techniques for earrings, bracelets and necklace; how to make jump rings, spacers, charms, and clasps with a particular design, class will also cover how to attach beads with solderless wire. Bring your ideas & imagination.  Bring to class: round nose pliers, chain nose pliers & wire cutters.

Learn the basics of carving wax for jewelry and carve a three-dimensional heart. Supply List General: One dozen spiral wax saw blades (medium or coarse grade) Dividers (3” length) Steel scribe 10mm degree spring gauge 6” steel millimeter ruler Steel or brass wire brush Two med. felt buffs (1-1/2” dia., knife edge & square edge)...

Discover how fun and relaxing it is to make eye catching chains from home. Start with links without heat, progress to mastering the butane mini torch to create classic fused loop in loop chains with endless variations. Finish with your own custom designs using copper, brass, fine silver, and argentium and more. A detailed supply list will guide you...

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program.  If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. ______________ Advance your caving skills through demonstrations and...

Due to COVID-19, we are only running online classes at this moment.  From this class, you will design a cardholder, and be introduced to basic leather making tools. You will learn how to construct a cardholder, and use techniques, such as saddle-stitching, sanding, and edge-painting. Tools are not included. Items needed are listed below: ...

Learn to twist wire to form beautiful patterns to create rings, bracelets, or hoop earrings. Forming, hammering, fitting, and finishing are covered in this fast-paced and fun mechanical twisting process. Required materials: 4-8 foot-long lengths of brass in assorted shapes eg:rectangular, half-round, square, round (1-2 of each)(sterling silver...

Hammer textured Earrings. In this Virtual class, we will meet via Zoom. You will attend a live demonstration of how to make earrings. You will learn how to make a jump ring, how to forge, how to solder, how to make findings for the earring and finishing. We will have an open forum for questions and answers. Materials and techniques will be discussed...

Combining brass, copper and alternative materials, make jewelry that will really stand out! Learn basic cold connections: weaving, riveting and twisting, and more. Ideal for beginners or those who want to learn new techniques to add to their repertoire. We’ll focus on a new project each week, making 5-8 pieces of jewelry. Skill Level: All Levels...

Show your friends you care, despite the physical distance! Learn a variety of friendship bracelet methods, including beading and knotting, and share with the group other bracelet techniques you’ve picked up, too. Friends are encouraged to take this virtual class at their respective homes to share the bracelets with each other once they’re finished.  ...

As a developing artist, you need personalized, supportive evaluation to improve your techniques. This is your chance to bring your finished art and work-in-progress for respectful, careful feedback via group discussion and teacher-led demos. We'll pay special attention to your ability to convey the intricacy of your subject. Are your details complete?...

Jewelry rendering is equal parts inspiration, technique, and communication. In this online class you will develop the technical skills required for hand drawn and painted jewelry renderings. Beautiful, effective renderings allow the designer, client, and fabricators of jewelry to experiment with materials without committing to metal, and to ensure...

This workshop is available Online.As of now all classes are online only. It's a fully interactive Virtual classroom with time for questions & answers and assignments review. It's simple, we'll email all registrants a link to join in.We'll allow in-Person attendance when it becomes possible. This crash course is designed for individuals...