Jewelry Metalworking

Level: Beginner
Duration: 2 hours
Group Size: Up to 3 students
Certification: Grants access to the Jewelry Studio with membership or maker day pass.
Learn the foundations of metal jewelry fabrication—no experience needed. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll practice sawing, filing, hammering, and finishing metal to create a one-of-a-kind piece. You’ll leave the class with a piece of your handcrafted jewelry.
You’ll learn:

• How to use a jeweler’s saw
• Metal piercing and filing techniques
• Hammering, polishing, and finishing methods

All tools and materials are provided. Supplies are included in the class fee.
Next step: If you want to deepen your skills, you can take the Intermediate Metalworking for Jewelry class or the Intro to Soldering for Jewelry class.
Important Notes:

• Class must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
• Wear shop-appropriate clothes: long pants, close-toed shoes, and hair tied back.
• Arrive 10–15 minutes early and sign our release of liability.
• Please reschedule if you’re feeling unwell.

**Advance classes and 1 on 1 classes can be scheduled upon request. Please reach out to us directly at info@hackerlab.org.**

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📞 Questions? Call (916) 942-9442 or email info@hackerlab.org.