Jewelry Making Hands-on Class NYC

Jewelry Making Hands-on Workshop Training Outline

This outline is designed for a beginner-friendly, hands-on jewelry making workshop. The focus will be on practical skills and creating a finished piece to take home.

Workshop Duration: 1 Day

Materials:

• All material for making jewelry will be provided

Safety:

• A short safety briefing on proper tool usage and handling sharp objects.
• Provide safety glasses and gloves for participants.

Part 1: Introduction to Jewelry Making

• Briefly discuss the history and different styles of jewelry making.
• Introduce the concept of jewelry design and inspiration.
• Showcase various finished pieces participants can create during the workshop.

Part 2: Tools and Materials

• Identify common jewelry making tools and their uses (pliers, cutters, files, mandrels, jump rings, clasps, etc.)
• Introduce different materials used in jewelry making (wire, beads, metal sheets, polymer clay, gemstones, etc.)
• Demonstrate proper tool handling techniques.

Part 3: Basic Techniques

• Wirework: Basic wire bending, looping, coiling techniques. Creating jump rings, clasps, and simple wire components for jewelry.
• Stringing: Different types of threads, cords, and wires for stringing beads. Knotting techniques for secure stringing.

Part 4: Project Time

• Guide participants through the creation of a specific jewelry piece (earrings, necklace, bracelet).
• Provide clear, step-by-step instructions with demonstrations.

Part 5: Finishing and Presentation

• Techniques for polishing and finishing the jewelry pieces.
• Demonstrate how to properly assemble and attach findings (clasps, jump rings).
• Ideas for packaging and presenting the finished pieces.

Wrap-Up (15 Minutes)

Q&A session to answer any lingering questions.

Provide participants with a handout with key information and resources for further exploration of jewelry making.

This class does not require a live model. Practice is on mannequin

Full Cost of the Course: $495 or $400 (when paid in full on our website)

Deposit to reserve your seat on Eventbrite: $50

NOTE: Your deposit will be deducted from the full cost of the course.

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We advise that you book your spot at least one week prior to the start of the course.

Balances will need to be paid 4 days before the class starts. You will be emailed the invoice for the balance of $445

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Host or Publisher Peach Academy