{"product_id":"metals-1-intro-to-metalsmithing-august-15-from-9-30-5-30","title":"Metals 1: Intro to Metalsmithing: August 15 from 9:30-5:30","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnter the world of making metal jewelry with Metals 1: Intro to Metalsmithing. This introductory one-day class \u003cspan\u003egives you the foundational skills of metalsmithing jewelry and is the prerequisite for our more advanced classes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is jam-packed with information to get you introduced to the world of metalsmithing without a huge time commitment! \u003cspan\u003eIn addition to learning safety procedures, you will learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing and at the end of class, you will have made a textured sterling silver ring band with your choice of width (3 mm to 10 mm), size, texture, and finish as well as a hand-sawn and textured copper pendant necklace that is designed by you!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe will cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio safety and ergonomics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSawing techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammer texturing and stamping \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiling and sanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasics of soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexturing metal with a rolling mill and hammers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to use a flex-shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to create a comfort-fit ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaturday, August 15 from 9:30-5:30\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e8 contact hours, ages 14+ located at Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, 100 E. Cleveland St Lafayette 80026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e# students: 3 minimum, 6 maximum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMaterials kit fee is $30 which includes workbook, KN95 mask, and studio materials. This fee is collected at the beginning of class via cash, check, or Venmo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eEach student will work at their own dedicated jeweler's bench. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePrerequisite: none\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe last day to cancel your registration for a refund or transfer ($25 admin fee applies) is June 27, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBy registering for a class at Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, you agree to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/silverpeakstudio.com\/pages\/cancellation-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecancellation policy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/silverpeakstudio.com\/pages\/f-a-q-for-classes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edress code for class, and studio rules.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeekend instructor: Alec Schweiger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAlec has an MFA with an emphasis in Metals and Jewelry from Colorado State University-Fort Collins, and is the Assistant Lecturer in the Metals Program at the University of Wyoming - Laramie.  He received a work study scholarship to the Penland School of Craft to study under Kim Cridler.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHis \"why\" is described as being an extremely curious person who has always been driven to figure out how things work or how they are made.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlec has a passion for teaching and is thrilled by the opportunity to share his experiences and skills.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA few of his favorite things are: disc golf, golf, and jamming to vinyl with his wife, Emma, and dog, Micah.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49246413619352,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/0636\/5848\/files\/Intro_to_Metalsmithing_Metals_1_Jewelry_Workshop.jpg?v=1747506273","url":"https:\/\/silverpeakjewelryarts.com\/products\/metals-1-intro-to-metalsmithing-august-15-from-9-30-5-30","provider":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}