{"product_id":"setting-up-your-home-metalsmithing-studio-august-30-from-4-6-p-m","title":"Setting Up Your Home Metalsmithing Studio: August 30 from 4-6 p.m.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eReady to bring metalsmithing into your own space? This hands-on, informative class will guide you through the essentials of creating a safe, functional, and inspiring home metalsmithing studio. Over two hours, students will learn how to select tools, organize a workspace, and set up for soldering, forming, and basic metalworking projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eWhether you’re a beginner just starting your metalsmithing journey or an experienced maker looking to optimize your home setup, this class will cover practical tips for safety, efficiency, and workflow. You’ll leave with a clear plan for your own studio and the confidence to start creating at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eEssential tools and materials for a home studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eSafe workspace setup and ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eBasic organization and workflow strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eBudget-friendly solutions for beginners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eTips for soldering, forming, and finishing at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003cstrong\u003eSunday, August 29 from 4-6 p.m.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 contact hours, ages 14+ at Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, 100 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette 80026\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e# students: 3 minimum, 6 maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials kit fee: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrerequisite: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe last day to cancel your reservation for a refund or transfer ($25 transfer fee applies) is August 15, 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Instructor, Jen Lesea-Ames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"Jen LeseaAmes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/0636\/5848\/files\/Jen_LeseaAmes_Headshot_480x480.png?v=1663466580\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter retiring from her health education career in 2014, Jen transitioned her side-hustle jewelry business into a full-time success story as a nationally known jewelry designer and most recently, as an instructor in the jewelry arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJen studied metalsmithing at the Denver School of Metal Arts from 2012-2016 and Gemological Institute of America (GIA) from 2014-2017, where she became obtained her diploma as an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplied Jewelry Professional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the pandemic hit in 2020, she saw her 32 art shows cancel in a matter of weeks. After the economic shutdown, she opened Silver Peak Studio in July 2020, where she started teaching jewelry fabrication classes in a small group setting.  As demand increased, she expanded the class schedule and hired instructors. In April 2024, she expanded and moved Silver Peak Studio to Old Town Lafayette and opened the jewelry store next door to the school, where locals and visitors can shop the instructors' and students' jewelry as well as locally-made art and gifts. In January 2025, she rebranded to Silver Peak Jewelry Arts which more accurately reflects the mission and services that she provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the owner of Silver Peak Jewelry Arts, Jen's \"why\" is to provide a safe, professional, and fun environment where students can expand their skillset in the jewelry arts and help support independent artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA few of Jen's favorite things is recreating outdoors, traveling, and hanging with her fur babies, Addie and Stevie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49216167608472,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/0636\/5848\/files\/home_studio_soldering_station.jpg?v=1767788158","url":"https:\/\/silverpeakjewelryarts.com\/products\/setting-up-your-home-metalsmithing-studio-august-30-from-4-6-p-m","provider":"Silver Peak Jewelry Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}