You've seen it all over the internet from social media to youtube tutorials but not sure where to start? Well, we have dozens of classes ranging from stringing your first bead to setting your first stone all to get you going on your jewelry journey! Classes are hands-on and in-person. The best part, you walk away with a project and a newfound skill! Classes are held weekend afternoons or weekday evenings and run 2-4 hours, depending on the topic. We can host groups or arrange private classes as well. Check out more info here!
Sign up for your next class now and reserve your seat!
Check out below for some of our upcoming classes to discover the endless possibilities!
Interested in more than one class? Check out our Multi-Day Workshops or Beading and Wire Workshops page!
Call us at 1-530-894-2323 or come in to today to sign up!
Beading Basics and Weaving Wonders!
New Dates!!!
Stitched Earrings
Create your own unique style earrings with peyote stitch! With so many different sizes and shapes of seed beads it's hard to know where to get started so lets dive into the world with Miyuki's!
Sat. Sept. 28th 3-5pm
Thurs. Nov. 7th 6-8pm
$40.00 Materials not Included
Beginning Beading
Discover the different materials used throughout the years for stringing jewelry and learn the various components to put them together. We will also go over the basics of design when putting together a bracelet as well as create a pair of earrings.
Sat Nov. 2nd 12-2pm
$40.00 + small materials fee
Day 1 of our Beading Workshop
Knotted Bracelet
Learning to knot isn't just for your traditional pearls! This technique can be used to make a more modern collection of beads to even mala prayer beads. You will learn various ways in which to ending your piece for a professional finish.
Sat. Nov. 9th 12-2pm
$40.00 + small materials fee
Day 2 of our Beading Workshop!
Kumihimo
Learn an ancient knotting technique to make a decorative bracelet. Join our special guest instructor in setting up a multi-cord disc and discover your favorite pattern!
Sat. Nov. 16th 12-2pm
$40.00 Materials Included
Day 3 of our Beading Workshop
Woven Wrap Bracelet
Join our guest instructor in this fabulous wrap around bracelet. Learn what materials are best to use and get started on your woven journey. Bring a variety of beads to work with or shop your selection before class gets started.
Sat. Oct. 26th 11-2pm
$40.00 Some Materials Included
Twisting & Turning with Wire Working
Linked Bracelet
with Beginning Wire
Learn the basics of manipulating wire into circles to make a linked bracelet. You will then take that same technique and learn how to make a dragonfly charm. Wire linking is very versatile and has endless applications!
Sat. Sept. 28th 12-2pm
Sat. Nov. 30th 12-2pm
$40.00 + small materials fee
Day 1 of our wire workshop!
Cluster, Chain & Wire
Shaped Earrings
Take your linking skills to the next level with these cluster earrings! Practice spacing and graduating with chains as well as create other wire shaped earrings to explore different gauges of wire!
Sat. Oct. 5th 12-2pm
Sat. Dec. 7th 12-2pm
$40.00 Materials Kit Sepparte
Day 2 of our wire workshop!
Wire Weaving &
Wrapping Pendants
Twist, weave, and shape different gauges of wire to add texture and depth to any bead with this technique! Bring your own bead to weave or pick one out day of class.
Some wire experience is recommended but not required.
Sat. Oct. 12th 12-2pm
Sat. Dec. 14th 12-2pm
$40.00 Some Materials Included
Day 3 of our wire workshop!
Links and Rings
with Beginning Soldering
Start your journey with torch soldering and take your first steps in becoming a silversmith with this class. We will be working in base metal wire and learn the tools and torches needed to make your own hoops, rings or links. It's up to you to decide!
Sat. Oct. 5th 2:30-5:30pm
$75.00 Materials Included
Sat. Nov. 2nd 2:30-5:30pm ($95.00 Silver Soldering)
Sat. Dec. 7th 2:30-5:30pm
($95.00 Silver Soldering)
Soldering?... Say no more!!!
Bezel Cup Setting
This is a beginner to intermediate level soldering class that works with premade sterling bezels to learn how to do simple stone setting! You will create pieces using mixed metals and get to practice working with silver. This is day 3 of our 4 weeks course!
Sat. Nov. 19th 2:30-5:30pm
$115.00 All materials included
Saw & Sweat Soldering
Take your metal working skills to the next step and branch out into working with sheet metal. Learn to saw, solder, and shine up your project to create a finished pendant or earrings. This class will also get you one step closer to stone setting. This is day 2 of our 4 week course!
Sat. Nov. 9th 2:30-5:30pm
$75.00 Bring Printed Silhouttes 1-2"!
Stone Setting
Gemstones come in all shapes and sizes and not all bezels are made to fit! Learn how to create your own setting from scratch with the skills you've developed from beginning soldering & applique. All these classes and more are included in our Multi-Day Workshops!
Sat. Nov. 23rd 2:30-5:30pm
$95.00 Materials included
New Class!!!
Prong Setting
Fine tune your torch skills by creating your own prong settings! Work with both pre-fabricated and create your own from scratch to learn the tools and tricks of the trade. Beginning Soldering required.
Mon. Oct. 14th 6-9pm
Sat. Dec 14th 2:30-5:30pm
$145.00 Materials Included
New Class!!!
Reticulation
Learn to manipulate metal with the flame in a process known as reticulation. You will be working with argentium and fine silver and create finished band rings. To top it off play with patina to enhance the design. Beginning Soldering recommended.
Fri. Nov. 1st 6-9pm
$145.00 Materials Included
What about copper? So many things you can do with copper!
Etching & Patina Workshop
Copper is a such wonderfully reactive metal! Add depth & texture to your copper with the etching process. Then add sulfur to salt baths to create a myriad of colorful patinas to enhance your copper creations.
Call to set up now!
(530)894-2323
$75.00 Materials included
Get Excited about Tools!
We have a plethora of tools to use in our shop from punches & doming blocks to rolling mills with texture plates and even letter stamps. Come play with some copper and create a variety of charms, pendants, earrings, cuffs, or other imaginative projects.
Call to set up now!
(530)894-2323
$75.00 Materials Included
Enamel with Embelishments
Learn to layer and discover what's compatible with enamels from added copper bits to millefiori glass and even cubic zirconia for that extra sparkle. This is a beginner to intermediate level class.
Call to set up now!
530-894-2323
$75.00 Materials Included
*Interested in more enameling classes? See our 3-day workshop!*
Electroforming
The imagination is the limit with this technique! Find something organic to work with or build a piece from scratch. Add in items for texture or simple put a bail on a piece.
Call to set up now!
(530)-894-2323
$75.00 Some Materials Included
What's Next After Taking a Class?
Torch Time
What better way to hone your skills with time at the torch. After taking your first shop class with us, such as beginning soldering or enameling, we have designated days to come in and use our resources and awesome tools to practice those new techniques. You can choose to pay by the hour or sign up for our membership to save big and get torch time included.
$10.00 per hour or
$30.00/month
*Included with Membership*
Bead Space
Our shop is dedicated to helping you bring your creations to life. We have designated work spaces for beading with extra bright lights and beading tools for your use. This space is free to use in a first come first serve on an individual basis. It is not required to have taken a class in order to use and can help you get set up with the materials you need to finish your project. Groups of three or more will need to make reservations ahead of time. Check out our party page for group events.
More Classes!
*** Sign up prior to day of class to guarantee your seat as some classes fill fast. If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel you must give a 24 hour notice to be eligible for a credit for a future class. No shows day of class will forfeit any fees paid. ***
