Ever wanted to learn how to make jewelry? Or to solder silver, form and finish a piece of jewelry? Something that you can proudly say you created with your own hands? At Gilded Laurel I am offering a range of metalsmithing classes. Below you will find my current one or two day courses. Classes are limited to 6 people and fill fast. Please “add to cart” and fill out the form below to register or contact Laura with any questions.
Metal Clay
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Soldering
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Bangle Making
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Stone Setting
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Create Heirloom Quality Jewelry
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Metal Clay 〰️ Soldering 〰️ Bangle Making 〰️ Stone Setting 〰️ Create Heirloom Quality Jewelry 〰️
Current Classes
May 15th 5-9pm
During this 4 hour class you will learn to create a sterling silver bangle and a heart or birth flower charm to add to it. You will learn how to solder silver, form, finish your bracelet, create and add your charm. The bangle and one charm is included in the cost of this class. If you would like to make additional charms please add them to your cart. This makes a wonderful mother’s bracelet or memorable Mother’s Day experience. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. In the form, please indicate in the message if this bracelet is for you or a gift. Measurements will be needed if this is a gift.
Class will be held at the Gilded Laurel Studio. 190 S Meadow Dr. Cadillac, MI 49601
When you register for the Charm Bracelet Class one charm along with a bangle bracelet is included with the cost of the class. If you wish to create more charms please add the additional amount of charms you wish to create.
Don’t Forget!
May 22 5-8:30 pm
Create one of a kind pendants using silver metal clay. You will learn how to shape, texture, fire, clean up and solder jump rings on to your pendant. Price includes all necessary materials along with 15g of metal clay and a sterling silver 18” chain. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
TBA
This is a two day course, Day one 5-8:30pm and Day two 6-8pm
Learn how to create molds of foliage and flowers and then use the molds to create one of a kind silver medallion on a chain link bracelet. Capturing the essence of springtime in Northern Michigan. You will learn how to make the mold, form the metal clay, fire the clay, solder jump rings, attaching it to the bracelet and finishing steps.
“If a girl says not to get her a birthday present that means get me a birthday present and make sure it's jewelry.”
– Kami Garcia
Our classes make GREAT gifts for all occasions!
Have questions about any of our course offerings, please fill out the form below.