Jewelry Classes in San Diego, CA

The Original Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist Come paint your very own wooden jewelry box with metal clasp! We will be walking you thorugh this gorgeous universe design, but you can feel free to create whatever you'd like! We will also have some craft items for you to choose from along with glue and gems, if anyone wants some bling bling (besides...

Make your own unique pieces of jewelry! Experienced instructor will teach and guide you to make necklaces, earrings and bracelets. Bring your own materials or option to purchase in class.

Always wanted to make jewelry, but didn’t know where to start? Want to up your game but are afraid of the torch? This class is for you! This class will take the mystery out of silver smithing and get you started making jewelry. In this class you will learn all about silver soldering.  We will discuss flux, pickle, solders, torches and the 5...

De-mystify silver soldering while learning proper soldering technique.  We’ll go over sweat soldering (a GREAT technique!) and how to pick and set a cabochon.  Learn how to set a cab and a couple of invaluable stone setting tricks.  We will also go over a couple of different finishing techniques. This class will boost...

The beers aren’t the only refreshing thing at Beads & Brews! We’ve got a fresh take on evening crafting and it doesn’t involve paint. With us, it’s all about those…BEADS! Grab your friends and join us for an evening of jewelry-making and a cold one (or two)! Experience the San Diego’s Micro-Breweries, Tap Rooms, Wine Bars and best-kept-secret...

This class will teach the ancient art of fusing glass to metal. It will be taught with a contemporary approach to the materials and process. Creative projects may include jewelry, wall art, bowls, etc. Techniques to be explored will be: stencils screen prints wet packing cloisonné liquid enamels etching and other techniques suitable to the...

The beers aren’t the only refreshing thing at Beads & Brews! We’ve got a fresh take on evening crafting and it doesn’t involve paint. With us, it’s all about those…BEADS! Grab your friends and join us for an evening of jewelry-making and a cold one (or two)! Experience the San Diego’s Micro-Breweries, Tap Rooms, Wine Bars and best-kept-secret...

This is an introductory course on the basics of creating jewelry using precious metal clay techniques. Metal clay can be easily manipulated by hand just like familiar ceramic clay. However, when fired, the metal clay binding material vaporizes and the metal particulates sinter leaving a solid metal object. Metal clay objects may be easily...

We’re sure by now you’ve heard about all the fabulous CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) equipment. The concept behind these machines is simple; create a design on your computer and the machine will cut out the design for you. Not sure where to start? We’ve set up a series of classes to help you turn your concept into a reality. The Tormach...

"Paintover" means painting on top of black and white photocopies. The end result is a painting that evokes warm memories! The work could be as large as you like. This is a great technique for mixed media artists who want to incorporate photo elements in their work. It shortcuts image transfer. An important skill you will learn is how to adhere a...

Spend an informative evening with solo artist Alexandra Hart learning about the techniques and materials that inform her craft and observing the artist in action. Be sure to visit Hart’s exhibition, symbiosis, on display at Sparks Gallery. Refreshments will be served at 6:00pm and talk will begin promptly at 6:30 pm.