Beginner jewelry class
Simple Earrings
With Alaine Hutson
Saturday, February 21st, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Tuition: $93 + $18 Materials Fee (tax included in materials price)
Come into the studio for a fun and creative simple earrings workshop! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to make your own pair of lightweight, textured metal earrings using a variety of tools and techniques. Whether you’re brand new to jewelry or just curious about trying something hands-on, this class is a great way to explore the possibilities of metalwork in just a few hours.
Finger Print Rings
With Jaime Foley
Saturday, February 14th | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Tuition: $100 (Includes cost of instruction, casting, and finishing your pieces)
Seriously it’s 2026, why are you going to dinner for valentines day? Make a lasting memory for both of you and create a one of a kind ring that connects you and your partner eternally.
The instructor will provide each of you with a wax ring blank. You will learn how to heat the wax and imprint each others finger print into the wax. While this sets you will learn how to measure your ring size and size the ring to your sizes. They will show you a way to make the ring even more individualized with carving the band. We will then invest your work that evening, and cast it the 15th. Once the work is cast we will cut the sprues off and tumble your pieces to finish and after this we will let you know when they are ready.
Beginner: No experience needed
Heart Pendant
This class is all about making something special and different this Valentines day. You’ll have a lovely new pendant to commemorate your love and gain new skills in a real silversmithing studio!
Beginner: No experience needed
3-D Modeling
With Dante Simon
Monday, March 16th, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Tuition: $120 + software cost ($20-35, buy independently, will be sent a link upon purchase of the course)
This class introduces jewelers to a complete, real-world workflow for 3D printing jewelry models
intended for casting. The focus is on practical, repeatable results and understanding how digital design
decisions affect printing success and downstream casting outcomes.
Dante will help you to understand how to design models that print reliably and cast cleanly.
Pearl Stringing
With Matt Harris
Monday, February 16th (FULL) | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Tuition: $95
If you would like to be added to our waitlist or hear first about the next Pearl Stringing Class, please email info@thejewelerssaw.org
Learn pearl stringing from world-recognized designer (and Austin local!) Matt Harris. You’ll learn the traditional Chinese method of stringing on silk cord, how to knot, how to finish with French wire, how to decide which size thread to use and how to plan a pearl necklace layout. These are the exact skills and methods Matt was trained on and uses on his finished pieces. Matt will bring pearls and clasps from his personal collection. Just choose your strand and your clasp and if you finish in time you’ll be able to wear your necklace home! If not, you’ll have the skills necessary to finish stinging your necklace from home.
Beginner: No experience needed
Metal Nails
with Alaine Hutson
Saturday and Sunday, February 28th & March 1st | 10:00am – 1:00pm
Tuition: $180 + cost of metal (choice of brass or copper)
Add a little shine to your season! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make your own custom set of metal nails using 26-gauge brass, copper, or silver sheet. Whether you’re looking for a creative project or a bold accessory, this workshop offers a fun introduction to forming and texturing techniques.
Under the guidance of Alaine Hutson, you’ll shape, cut, and finish each nail to fit comfortably and securely. You’ll also explore texturing and polishing options to create a personalized look — from sleek and simple to detailed and dramatic.
Beginner: No experience needed
Using the Micro-Welder for Permanent Jewelry and Fabrication
With Alaine Hutson
Wednesdays, February 25th | March 4th | March 18th | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturdays, February 21st | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Tuition: $60 Tuition + $17.50 Materials Fee (tax included in materials price)
This course will teach students the basics of how micro welders work, go over how to use our PUK III micro-welder safely and 2 common ways the welder is used – closing jump rings and welding connections for permanent jewelry. Students will leave class certified to rent time to use our welder and with a permanent sterling silver or gold-filled bracelet.
All Levels: No experience needed, open to all skill levels
Silver Stacking Rings
With Zach Wright
Monday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
February 23rd | March 9th | March 23rd
With Skyler Rupnow
Sunday, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
February 15th (FULL) | March 22nd
Tuition: $120 all materials included (tax included in materials price)
If you would like to be added to the waitlist, email info@thejewelerssaw.org with the class and date.
Make your own sterling silver stacking rings—no experience needed! You’ll solder, shape, and finish three rings (two round, one twisted) using real metalsmithing tools and a torch. Come get hands-on with metal and leave with rings you made yourself!
Beginner: No experience needed. The minimum age requirement is 16 and above.
Casting Intensive
Join metalsmith and educator Jason Spencer for a five-day immersive casting course exploring both additive and subtractive wax working methods. This intensive workshop is perfect for artists looking to expand their technical skill set, develop original work, and gain hands-on experience with multiple casting techniques in a supportive studio environment.
Payment plans available! Please contact info@thejewelerssaw.org for more information.
All Levels: No experience needed, open to all skill levels
Sand Casting
With Jason Spencer
Saturday, March 7th, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuition: $180 + $35 Materials Fee (tax included in materials price)
Explore the ancient art of sand casting in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Guided by Jason Spencer, you’ll learn how to transform a simple object into a cast bronze using traditional sand mold techniques.
Students will create a two-part sand mold using an object or jewelry component of their choice, then prepare, pack, and pour molten bronze to bring their design to life. This process is a great introduction to the world of casting — accessible, immediate, and deeply rewarding.
Beginner: No prior experience required!
Lucky Charms Wax Carving
Are you looking for a fun way to come into spring? Make your own custom charms. Take 5 hours to learn the art of wax carving. Jaime will tell you how to plan out a small charm design. This class is super close to St. Patties day, so of course we are playing on that theme- but your charm can be individual to you- no need to stick to hearts, stars, and horseshoes 🙂
Benchwork Basics: Beginner Jewelry
with Shalena White
March 10th – March 25th
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6pm – 10pm (6 sessions)
Tuition: $720 class fee + $230 materials fee — all sterling silver; tax included
Learn the basics of jewelry making in this three-week course, 6 sessions. Techniques covered: sawing basic shapes, filing, sanding by hand and with the flex shaft, sizing a ring, forming, dapping a ring to flare, polishing, sizing a cabochon for a bezel, soldering it to a backplate, granulation, and bezel setting.
This course helps students gain confidence and independently execute basic jewelry designs.
Payment plans available—email info@thejewelerssaw.org
Beginner: No experience needed
Lapidary
Learn to cut rough stones into beautiful cabochons that you can set into jewelry. Each class is designed to teach how to cut rough and use a series of lapidary wheels to shape and buff the stone out.
Our lapidary classes cap at 3 students per session so the class is very personal with the instructor similar to a private lesson.
All Levels: No experience needed, open to all skill levels
Build a Bezel: Stone Setting
With Issy Martel
Sunday, February 22nd (FULL) | March 29th | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuition: $150 + $50 Materials Fee (tax included in materials price)
If you would like to be added to our waitlist, please email info@thejewelerssaw.org
Looking to improve your jewelry skills? This bezel setting class is the perfect place to start. In just four hours, you’ll learn how to create a simple bezel from scratch and finish your own handmade ring or pendant.
You’ll work with oval cabochon stones that range from 1–3 cm in diameter. At every step, you’ll gain essential skills and leave with a completed piece of jewelry.
Beginner: No prior experience required!
Ring Bands
Inspired by the bold ring bands worn by TV character David in Schittt’s Creek, Zeineb set out to teach others how to make these fun pieces. Ring making can seem intimidating, but it’s an essential part of jewelry making and is the perfect place to begin. In this hands-on ring making class, you’ll create your own sterling silver ring from scratch.
Not only will you leave with beautiful, wearable piece— you’ll also gain practical skills that can be applied to future jewelry projects.
Beginner: No experience needed!