Introduction to Metalsmithing: Make Your Own Stacking Rings
With Bianca Moscatelli Jewelry
$150
Join us for an introductory workshop will give you a taste of metalsmithing jewelry as well as the skills to make a lot more!
In this class, students will learn to make at least one, but most likely between 2-3 sterling silver or brass (or both) stacking rings to wear home. We will cover the full scope of metal smithing, including the tools and equipment you'll need, how to size, saw, solder, shape, hammer and polish the metals using tools such as a caliper, jewelers saw, files, hammers, and a butane torch.
We will measure your finger, choose the type of wire you’d like to work with, and measure out the length of wire required for your reing design. You'll then saw the wire, form and prepare it for soldering, seal the joint with a torch, shape it into a perfect-fitting ring with a hammer and
mandrel, and file and polish until it's ready to wear. We will do this as many times as possible,
time permitting. You’ll have the choice between different sizes and shapes of wire as well as
the opportunity to add your own texture or use pre-patterned wires I’ll also have available.
And when you fall in love with your new skill set, I'll share all the resources you need for setting up your at-home jewerly making studio.
All materials included.
Workshop Policies:
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early for your workshop. Workshops start on time. If you are more that 15 minutes late for your class, you may forfeit your chance to take the class.
You may cancel for a refund up to 21 days before the workshop. After that, workshop fees are not refundable.
We reserve the right cancel or reschedule a workshop with fewer than 3 sign ups. If you cannot attend the rescheduled date, you will receive a refund.
Please note that we may take photos during the workshop to use on social media. If you do wish to be photographed, please let the teacher know when you arrive.
If you are sick, please stay home. Call or email to let us know that you are not coming. You will receive a credit for a future class.
Last minute cancellations are extremely challenging for our guest teachers. Often times, materials have been meticulously prepared ahead of time. Keep in mind that late cancellations are a financial burden on these very special artists.
Art has always been a central part of my life, something I’ve wanted to immerse myself in as
much as possible. I learned that meant I wanted to use my hands, tools and materials from the earth to craft unique accessories. My journey into jewelry-making began in New York City, where I started experimenting with stones and pre-made metal components as a creative outlet after work. Shortly thereafter, I was eager to dive into metalsmithing. I loved the idea of making something I could wear (without sewing) and, for me, making jewelry meant using fire and hammers! After starting classes at The School of Visual Arts, I was smitten.
15 years later, here in Los Angeles, metalsmithing is still my favorite. In addition to making
jewelry, I am now able to teach the skills to others and share this incredible gift.