Filtering by: “Jewelry”

Sep
14
Silver Rings with Faceted Stones
Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Ready to set sparkly faceted gemstones into rings? We will take round faceted stones, solder on silver tube bezels to silver rings, and then set the stones. For oval shapes and other odd shaped faceted stones, we will make a step bezel from silver, solder the bezel to ring and set stones. We can do single stones to multiple stones rings. Students are encouraged to bring gemstones they have and any silver to make rings.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Estimated cost of materials $15-60, payable to instructor
Teaching Artist: Joy Raskin

Sep
15
Enamel Intensive
Mondays, September 8 - October 6, 2025 | No class on September 22 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
This four-week class dives into the foundations of enameling, providing guidance for beginners and experienced enamelists alike as we discuss sifting and wet-packing, champlevé and cloisonné. New enamelists can expect to take home samples reflecting a variety of techniques and colors, while folks with more experience are welcome to focus on larger projects.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Sep
16
Intro to Jewelry Design: Bracelets
Tuesdays, September 16 - October 14, 2025 | No class on September 23 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
You’ve seen them, you’ve bought them, now make one of your own!
You will have 3 different designs to choose from. There will be short demos and tips along the way to guide you. Simple stone setting will be introduced. Treat yourself! and leave not only with something you can share on Instagram, but a beautiful object you can wear proudly for years.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Sep
18
Jewelry Design After School (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Thursdays, September 18 - October 23, 2025 | No class on October 2 | 3:30 - 5P | 5 sessions | $175
Students will explore their style using sheet metal, wire, beads, found objects, and a seemingly endless array of tools to create custom jewelry. Topics covered will vary based on interest, from soldered rings to sawn pendants to enamel knickknacks. Designed for kids in grades 5-8.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Sep
20
Date Night in the Jewelry Studio
Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 6 - 9P | One-day workshop | $200 per pair
Take your partner, your BFF, or even your work spouse out for a night in the jewelry studio! No prior metals experience is needed, as our expert artisans guide you through crafting simple and elegant rings together.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda

Sep
21
Advanced Troubleshooting
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $100
We all have goals and questions; this class, whether you take one or more, will help you focus and answer yours. Use this time to take your work to a more unique and challenging level. Each session we will work one-on-one to focus on your individual work and ideas. The added treat will be to learn from what the others are working on beside you.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Sep
25
Jewelry Design After School (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Thursdays, September 18 - October 23, 2025 | No class on October 2 | 3:30 - 5P | 5 sessions | $175
Students will explore their style using sheet metal, wire, beads, found objects, and a seemingly endless array of tools to create custom jewelry. Topics covered will vary based on interest, from soldered rings to sawn pendants to enamel knickknacks. Designed for kids in grades 5-8.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Sep
28
Procreate for Crafters
Sunday, September 28, 2025 | 1A - 4P | One-day workshop | $50
Learn how to use Procreate on your iPad to sketch and design craft projects digitally. This beginner-friendly class covers essential tools, layers, importing photos, and creating designs with rotational symmetry—perfect for fabric designers, quilters, jewelers, ceramicists, and other makers. No drawing experience needed!
Supplies: Bring your iPad with Procreate installed. Stylus recommended. Email hello@craftstudies.org if you need assistance.
Teaching Artist: Beth Clay

Sep
29
Enamel Intensive
Mondays, September 8 - October 6, 2025 | No class on September 22 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
This four-week class dives into the foundations of enameling, providing guidance for beginners and experienced enamelists alike as we discuss sifting and wet-packing, champlevé and cloisonné. New enamelists can expect to take home samples reflecting a variety of techniques and colors, while folks with more experience are welcome to focus on larger projects.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Sep
30
Intro to Jewelry Design: Bracelets
Tuesdays, September 16 - October 14, 2025 | No class on September 23 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
You’ve seen them, you’ve bought them, now make one of your own!
You will have 3 different designs to choose from. There will be short demos and tips along the way to guide you. Simple stone setting will be introduced. Treat yourself! and leave not only with something you can share on Instagram, but a beautiful object you can wear proudly for years.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
3
Earrings in an Evening
Friday, October 3, 2025 | 6 - 9P | One-day workshop | $75
Learn the basics of enameling as we create colorful, dynamic earrings from discs of copper! Students will play with different sifting techniques to achieve unique patterns in kiln-fired enamel, as well as craft sterling silver ear wires to suspend them from.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
5
Memory Rings for Kids & Caregivers (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $200 (registration for 2 people)
Kids & caregivers, spend a day together in the Jewelry Studio, as you make each other a simple silver ring you will cherish forever. Designed for kids ages 9+. All materials for workshop activities for two people are included with registration.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
6
Enamel Intensive
Mondays, September 8 - October 6, 2025 | No class on September 22 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
This four-week class dives into the foundations of enameling, providing guidance for beginners and experienced enamelists alike as we discuss sifting and wet-packing, champlevé and cloisonné. New enamelists can expect to take home samples reflecting a variety of techniques and colors, while folks with more experience are welcome to focus on larger projects.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
7
Intro to Jewelry Design: Bracelets
Tuesdays, September 16 - October 14, 2025 | No class on September 23 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
You’ve seen them, you’ve bought them, now make one of your own!
You will have 3 different designs to choose from. There will be short demos and tips along the way to guide you. Simple stone setting will be introduced. Treat yourself! and leave not only with something you can share on Instagram, but a beautiful object you can wear proudly for years.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
9
Jewelry Design After School (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Thursdays, September 18 - October 23, 2025 | No class on October 2 | 3:30 - 5P | 5 sessions | $175
Students will explore their style using sheet metal, wire, beads, found objects, and a seemingly endless array of tools to create custom jewelry. Topics covered will vary based on interest, from soldered rings to sawn pendants to enamel knickknacks. Designed for kids in grades 5-8.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
11
Measuring Spoons
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Make your own set of measuring spoons that you can use for cooking/baking. Using 4 or 6 assorted sizes metal disks, we will dome the disks and then create handles for a complete set of measuring spoons. To finish off the set, we will either make a ring to hold all 4 or 6 spoons together or a wall rack so you can display your spoons on a wall. Instructor will have the necessary red brass disks for students to purchase. $25 for brass supplies.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. Estimated supply fee of $40 is payable to Teaching Artist on the day of the workshop.
Teaching Artist: Joy Raskin

Oct
12
Wire Knitting
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
In this one day workshop, we will work small to large scale knitting with wire. Using 14g to 28g, using a small variety of tools, we will knit wire flat, in tubular form and freeform. There are 7 ways to knit wire and we will explore all of them for they all have slight differences, but the same basic knitted structure. The Viking knit will be our first project. Great for knitting chains, bracelets, and much more. Best of all, it’s low tech and portable.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Estimated cost of materials $25, payable to instructor
Teaching Artist: Joy Raskin

Oct
12
Cricut for Crafters
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 1 - 3P | One-day workshop | $50
Put your Cricut to work in your craft studio! This hands-on class covers designing and cutting vinyl for stencils, precision-cutting fabrics for quilting or appliqué, and creating patterns and shapes for a variety of projects.
Supplies: Bring your Cricut and laptop with Cricut Design Space installed. Email hello@craftstudies.org if you need assistance.
Teaching Artist: Katie Kalata Rusch

Oct
14
Intro to Jewelry Design: Bracelets
Tuesdays, September 16 - October 14, 2025 | No class on September 23 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
You’ve seen them, you’ve bought them, now make one of your own!
You will have 3 different designs to choose from. There will be short demos and tips along the way to guide you. Simple stone setting will be introduced. Treat yourself! and leave not only with something you can share on Instagram, but a beautiful object you can wear proudly for years.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
16
Jewelry Design After School (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Thursdays, September 18 - October 23, 2025 | Skips October 2 | 3:30 - 5P | 5 sessions | $175
Students will explore their style using sheet metal, wire, beads, found objects, and a seemingly endless array of tools to create custom jewelry. Topics covered will vary based on interest, from soldered rings to sawn pendants to enamel knickknacks. Designed for kids in grades 5-8.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
18
Date Night in the Jewelry Studio (1 SPOT FOR A PAIR LEFT!)
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6 - 9P | One-day workshop | $200 per pair
Take your partner, your BFF, or even your work spouse out for a night in the jewelry studio! No prior metals experience is needed, as our expert artisans guide you through crafting simple and elegant rings together.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda

Oct
19
Advanced Troubleshooting
Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $100
We all have goals and questions; this class, whether you take one or more, will help you focus and answer yours. Use this time to take your work to a more unique and challenging level. Each session we will work one-on-one to focus on your individual work and ideas. The added treat will be to learn from what the others are working on beside you.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
20
Bezel Set Rings & Pendants
Mondays, October 20 - 27, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $150
Learn basic enameling and silversmithing alike in this two-class series! In the first class, beginner enamelists will learn to sift enamel on copper and fire it in the kiln to create dynamic pieces; those with some enameling experience can receive guidance on cloisonné or other more advanced techniques. In the second class we will fabricate settings for our enamels and each leave with a silver ring or pendant.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
21
Metals that Move: Jewelry and Mobiles
Tuesdays, October 21 - November 4, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
In this class you will be transforming sheet-metal and wire into jewelry and sculptures. Whether you are making earrings, something to decorate a tree, or a mobile for yourself or a friend you will learn how to use the tools and processes that our fabulous Jewelry Studio has to offer. This will include the rolling mill and soldering station, in addition to many of the hand tools we have.
Bench Time: 3 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
23
Jewelry Design After School (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Thursdays, September 18 - October 23, 2025 | No class on October 2 | 3:30 - 5P | 5 sessions | $175
Students will explore their style using sheet metal, wire, beads, found objects, and a seemingly endless array of tools to create custom jewelry. Topics covered will vary based on interest, from soldered rings to sawn pendants to enamel knickknacks. Designed for kids in grades 5-8.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
26
Copper Luminaria (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $100
Ah the beauty of candlelight! In this workshop you will not only learn how to solder and construct these light emitting vessels, but also how to add patterns to the metal that will transform that light into magical patterns on your walls.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Oct
27
Bezel Set Rings & Pendants
Mondays, October 20 - 27, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $150
Learn basic enameling and silversmithing alike in this two-class series! In the first class, beginner enamelists will learn to sift enamel on copper and fire it in the kiln to create dynamic pieces; those with some enameling experience can receive guidance on cloisonné or other more advanced techniques. In the second class we will fabricate settings for our enamels and each leave with a silver ring or pendant.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Oct
28
Metals that Move: Jewelry and Mobiles
Tuesdays, October 21 - November 4, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
In this class you will be transforming sheet-metal and wire into jewelry and sculptures. Whether you are making earrings, something to decorate a tree, or a mobile for yourself or a friend you will learn how to use the tools and processes that our fabulous Jewelry Studio has to offer. This will include the rolling mill and soldering station, in addition to many of the hand tools we have.
Bench Time: 3 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Nov
4
Metals that Move: Jewelry and Mobiles
Tuesdays, October 21 - November 4, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 3 sessions | $200
In this class you will be transforming sheet-metal and wire into jewelry and sculptures. Whether you are making earrings, something to decorate a tree, or a mobile for yourself or a friend you will learn how to use the tools and processes that our fabulous Jewelry Studio has to offer. This will include the rolling mill and soldering station, in addition to many of the hand tools we have.
Bench Time: 3 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Sep
6
Enamel for Everyone (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Saturday, September 6, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Use the kiln and torches to explore a range of enameling techniques in this one-day workshop! Beginners will be taught the basics of enameling, starting with torch firing and graduating to the kiln to produce small colorful circles, which we can assemble into earrings, pendants, or keychains. Those with more enameling experience can work on whatever they like with guidance from the instructor.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Aug
26
Guided Open Metals Studio (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Tuesdays, July 29 - August 19, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Guided Open Metals Studio is an environment where the creative and technical exchange of the group is as vibrant and important as that with Kerstin. Instruction is designed based on your individual needs. Expect challenges, new techniques, and a shared learning experience like no other. You choose what project(s) you want to work on.
Requirement: At least 1 4-session jewelry class at CraftStudies and the openness to learn as much from the other students' work as your own.
Bench Time: Bench time is included with your registration for the duration of your class. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration, but may be purchased in the supply shop.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Aug
22
Adult Summer Camp: Craft Sampler (SOLD OUT)
Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2025 | 9A - 4P | 5 sessions | $450, plus $50 supply fee
Explore a new craft each day—from pottery to jewelry design, sewing to basket-making!
Monday: Hand-built pottery with Tony
Tuesday: Silver stacking rings with Katie
Wednesday: Basket-making with Ray
Thursday AM: Aprons or zippered pouches with Carol
Thursday PM: Print-making with Tracy
Friday: Project wrap-up
Supplies: $50 supply fee
Teaching artists: Tony Luckino, Katie McCabe, Ray Lagasse, Carol Devins, Tracy Gillespie
This class is part of CraftStudies’ Adult Summer Camp.

Aug
21
Adult Summer Camp: Craft Sampler (SOLD OUT)
Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2025 | 9A - 4P | 5 sessions | $450, plus $50 supply fee
Explore a new craft each day—from pottery to jewelry design, sewing to basket-making!
Monday: Hand-built pottery with Tony
Tuesday: Silver stacking rings with Katie
Wednesday: Basket-making with Ray
Thursday AM: Aprons or zippered pouches with Carol
Thursday PM: Print-making with Tracy
Friday: Project wrap-up
Supplies: $50 supply fee
Teaching artists: Tony Luckino, Katie McCabe, Ray Lagasse, Carol Devins, Tracy Gillespie
This class is part of CraftStudies’ Adult Summer Camp.

Aug
20
Adult Summer Camp: Craft Sampler (SOLD OUT)
Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2025 | 9A - 4P | 5 sessions | $450, plus $50 supply fee
Explore a new craft each day—from pottery to jewelry design, sewing to basket-making!
Monday: Hand-built pottery with Tony
Tuesday: Silver stacking rings with Katie
Wednesday: Basket-making with Ray
Thursday AM: Aprons or zippered pouches with Carol
Thursday PM: Print-making with Tracy
Friday: Project wrap-up
Supplies: $50 supply fee
Teaching artists: Tony Luckino, Katie McCabe, Ray Lagasse, Carol Devins, Tracy Gillespie
This class is part of CraftStudies’ Adult Summer Camp.

Aug
19
Guided Open Metals Studio (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Tuesdays, July 29 - August 19, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Guided Open Metals Studio is an environment where the creative and technical exchange of the group is as vibrant and important as that with Kerstin. Instruction is designed based on your individual needs. Expect challenges, new techniques, and a shared learning experience like no other. You choose what project(s) you want to work on.
Requirement: At least 1 4-session jewelry class at CraftStudies and the openness to learn as much from the other students' work as your own.
Bench Time: Bench time is included with your registration for the duration of your class. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration, but may be purchased in the supply shop.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Aug
19
Adult Summer Camp: Craft Sampler (SOLD OUT)
Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2025 | 9A - 12P, plus 1 - 4P Open Studio | 5 sessions | $450, plus $50 supply fee
Explore a new craft each day—from pottery to jewelry design, sewing to basket-making!
Monday: Hand-built pottery with Tony
Tuesday: Silver stacking rings with Katie
Wednesday: Basket-making with Ray
Thursday AM: Aprons or zippered pouches with Carol
Thursday PM: Print-making with Tracy
Friday: Project wrap-up
Supplies: $50 supply fee
Teaching artists: Tony Luckino, Katie McCabe, Ray Lagasse, Carol Devins, Tracy Gillespie
This class is part of CraftStudies’ Adult Summer Camp.

Aug
18
Adult Summer Camp: Craft Sampler (SOLD OUT)
Monday, August 18 - Friday, August 22, 2025 | 9A -4P | 5 sessions | $450, plus $50 supply fee
Explore a new craft each day—from pottery to jewelry design, sewing to basket-making!
Monday: Hand-built pottery with Tony
Tuesday: Silver stacking rings with Katie
Wednesday: Basket-making with Ray
Thursday AM: Aprons and zippered pouches with Carol
Thursday PM: Print-making with Tracy
Friday: Project wrap-up
Supplies: $50 supply fee
Teaching artists: Tony Luckino, Katie McCabe, Ray Lagasse, Carol Devins, Tracy Gillespie
This class is part of CraftStudies’ Adult Summer Camp.

Aug
17
Jewelry 101: The Basics in a Day
Sunday, August 17, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Hey newbies! This one-day workshop introduce foundational metalsmithing skills. Work with wire; cut and texturize sheet metal; connect ear wires and links. You’ll use hand tools like pliers, metal shears, hammers, and more!
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Joy Raskin

Aug
12
Guided Open Metals Studio (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Tuesdays, July 29 - August 19, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Guided Open Metals Studio is an environment where the creative and technical exchange of the group is as vibrant and important as that with Kerstin. Instruction is designed based on your individual needs. Expect challenges, new techniques, and a shared learning experience like no other. You choose what project(s) you want to work on.
Requirement: At least 1 4-session jewelry class at CraftStudies and the openness to learn as much from the other students' work as your own.
Bench Time: Bench time is included with your registration for the duration of your class. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration, but may be purchased in the supply shop.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Aug
9
Date Night in the Jewelry Studio (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 6 - 9P | One-day workshop | $200 per pair
Take your partner, your BFF, or even your work spouse out for a night in the jewelry studio! No prior metals experience is needed, as our expert artisans guide you through crafting simple and elegant rings together.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda

Aug
5
Guided Open Metals Studio (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Tuesdays, August 5 - August 26, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Guided Open Metals Studio is an environment where the creative and technical exchange of the group is as vibrant and important as that with Kerstin. Instruction is designed based on your individual needs. Expect challenges, new techniques, and a shared learning experience like no other. You choose what project(s) you want to work on.
Requirement: At least 1 4-session jewelry class at CraftStudies and the openness to learn as much from the other students' work as your own.
Bench Time: Bench time is included with your registration for the duration of your class. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration, but may be purchased in the supply shop.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Aug
4
Exploring Fused Glass (SOLD OUT)
Mondays, July 28 - August 4, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $175
Curious about glass art? This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the colorful world of fused glass. Learn how to safely cut and layer glass, explore basic design principles, and create your own small pieces—like coasters, pendants, or tiles—that will be kiln-fired and fused into one solid form.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Rosemary Orgren

Aug
2
Enamel for Everyone! (1 SPOT LEFT!)
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Use the kiln and torches to explore a range of enameling techniques in this one-day workshop! Beginners will be taught the basics of enameling, starting with torch firing and graduating to the kiln to produce small colorful circles, which we can assemble into earrings, pendants, or keychains. Those with more enameling experience can work on whatever they like with guidance from the instructor.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Jul
28
Exploring Fused Glass (SOLD OUT)
Mondays, July 28 - August 4, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 2 sessions | $175
Curious about glass art? This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the colorful world of fused glass. Learn how to safely cut and layer glass, explore basic design principles, and create your own small pieces—like coasters, pendants, or tiles—that will be kiln-fired and fused into one solid form.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Rosemary Orgren

Jul
27
The Simple & Elegant Chain
Sunday, July 27, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $125
The simple forms that are combined to compose chains made from wire can be as elegant as they are complex. Learn techniques to create different kinds of links, how to form them, join them, embellish them, and give them a finish. No experience necessary.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Jul
26
Broom Casting (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $50
Pour molten silver over straw brooms, rock salt, lentils, and more! The metal casts the negative space of whatever you're pouring over, resulting in one of a kind organic-shaped pieces to use in your work. The process is immensely fun because you never know what you'll get from each pour! And it's immensely economical as well, since it recycles your silver scrap metal and any results you don't like can always be melted again.
Beginners welcome. Experienced broom-casters can use our setup for a work day.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. Bring your own scrap or purchase some from the studio at scrap metal prices. Bench scrap only please, no old jewelry.
Teaching Artists: Sandra Seymour & Rosemary Orgren

Jul
20
Wire Weaving
Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Weave wire or thin sheet metal into woven patterns, starting with simple weaving patterns in flat and basket forms. Advance to soumak in flat and circular forms, and then try your hand at multiple colored weaves to make fun woven baskets. This class beautifully merges textile techniques with jewelry!
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration. Estimated supply fee of $40 is payable to Teaching Artist on the day of the workshop.
Teaching Artist: Joy Raskin

Jul
13
Memory Rings for Friends & Partners (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Sunday, July 13, 2025 | 10A - 3P | One-day workshop | $200 (Registration for 2 people)
Bring your partner, your BFF, your parent, or even your work spouse to CraftStudies, and spend a day together in the Jewelry Studio as you make each other a simple silver ring. No prior metals experience is needed, as we guide you through crafting simple and elegant rings together. Designed for students ages 16+.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Jul
12
Date Night in the Jewelry Studio (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 6 - 9P | One-day workshop | $200 per pair
Take your partner, your BFF, or even your work spouse out for a night in the jewelry studio! No prior metals experience is needed, as our expert artisans guide you through crafting simple and elegant rings together.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda

Jul
1
Guided Open Metals Studio
Tuesdays, July 1 - 22, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $250
Guided Open Metals Studio is an environment where the creative and technical exchange of the group is as vibrant and important as that with Kerstin. Instruction is designed based on your individual needs. Expect challenges, new techniques, and a shared learning experience like no other. You choose what project(s) you want to work on.
Requirement: At least 1 4-session jewelry class at CraftStudies and the openness to learn as much from the other students' work as your own.
Bench Time: Bench time is included with your registration for the duration of your class. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Materials are not included with registration, but may be purchased in the supply shop.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Jun
29
Bezel Set Enamel Rings (2 SPOTS LEFT!)
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | 10A - 4P | One-day workshop | $175
Learn basic enameling and silversmithing both in this one-day workshop! Beginner enamelists will learn to sift enamel on copper and fire it in the kiln to create dynamic pieces, which can be used as a cabochon to set in silver. Those with some enameling experience can receive guidance on cloisonné or other more advanced techniques. The price of one ring is included in the workshop.
Bench Time: 1 bench time is included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Katie McCabe

Jun
28
Ceramic Jewelry
Saturdays, June 7 - 28, 2025 | 1 - 4P | 4 sessions | $275
Create stunning wearable art by combining ceramics and jewelry design! In this workshop, you'll craft porcelain pieces and learn decorative techniques like texturing and gold luster. You’ll then transform your ceramic creations into finished jewelry. No previous ceramics or jewelry experience needed.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Deb Churchill, Sandra Seymour

Jun
28
Yoga for Crafters
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10 - 11:30A | One-day workshop | $20
Join Sharon for an all-levels yoga class that will focus on simple exercises—many of which can be done from a chair—which focuses on countering the effects of crafting on the hands, arms, shoulders and hips. We’ll explore how movement might help us focus, create, and bravely send our ideas into the world!
No previous yoga experience is needed. Much of our practice will be done seated in chairs or stools. Modifications will be taught for those who wish to work from the floor or yoga mat.
Teaching Artist: Sharon Comeau

Jun
24
Lost Wax Casting (SOLD OUT)
Tuesdays, May 27 - June 24, 2025 | No class June 10 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $265
Discover the art of lost wax casting in this hands-on jewelry class. Create detailed wax models, prepare them for casting in metal, and finish your metal pieces. You'll gain experience with tools and techniques while exploring creative design possibilities.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Wax and finishing supplies are included with registration. An additional casting fee is dependent upon student’s design.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Jun
17
Lost Wax Casting (SOLD OUT)
Tuesdays, May 27 - June 24, 2025 | No class June 10 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $265
Discover the art of lost wax casting in this hands-on jewelry class. Create detailed wax models, prepare them for casting in metal, and finish your metal pieces. You'll gain experience with tools and techniques while exploring creative design possibilities.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Wax and finishing supplies are included with registration. An additional casting fee is dependent upon student’s design.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

Jun
8
Hammer Refinishing
Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 1 - 4P | One-day workshop | $50
Bring your worn hammers back to life! Cleaning, polish, and recondition hammer heads for improved performance and longevity. You'll learn techniques to remove rust, smooth striking surfaces, and protect your tools from future wear.
Supplies: Bring your hammers. All other materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda, Sandra Seymour

Jun
3
Lost Wax Casting (SOLD OUT)
Tuesdays, May 27 - June 24, 2025 | No class June 10 | 5:30 - 8:30P | 4 sessions | $265
Discover the art of lost wax casting in this hands-on jewelry class. Create detailed wax models, prepare them for casting in metal, and finish your metal pieces. You'll gain experience with tools and techniques while exploring creative design possibilities.
Bench Time: 4 bench times are included with your registration. Look for the bench time registration code on the class confirmation page.
Supplies: Wax and finishing supplies are included with registration. An additional casting fee is dependent upon student’s design.
Teaching Artist: Kerstin Nichols

May
31
Tool School: Mini Pulse Arc Welder
Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 10A - 12P or 1P-3P| One-day workshop | $50
Learn how to use this amazing tool to streamline your soldering practice. We will introduce how to navigate the machine's capabilities with different metals and tack welding scenarios. For intermediate students.
Supplies: All materials are included with registration.
Teaching Artist: Case Hathaway-Zepeda

May
27