Beginning Jewelry Making and Metalsmithing

Learn the fundamentals of jewelry fabrication to create a forged cuff bracelet, a stack of bangles, earrings, or a soldered chain necklace. Techniques such as piercing, drilling, sawing, stamping, annealing, and simple soldering will be covered. Ideal for the new or novice jeweler, this class emphasizes safety, tool mastery, and skill development while supporting you through the completion of original jewelry pieces. Please bring the following materials to class: Safety glasses Earplugs Mask to prevent inhaling dust (such as an N95 mask) Copper sheets: 24 gauge, dead soft, 6×6 inches 20 gauge, dead soft, 6×6 inches Copper wire: 12 gauge, dead soft, 20 ft. Sterling silver wire: 20 gauge, dead soft, 12 inches A limited amount of safety and jewelry supplies are available at the Delaplaine Gift Gallery (estimated maximum cost: $35). Rio Grande also carries jewelry supplies online. Visit our homepage at delaplaine.org or call 301-698-0656 x366 for information on weather related closings. If the building is closed, classes are canceled, and a make-up session will be scheduled.