Jewelry Techniques: Lost-wax Jewelry Casting

In this four session course, Students will design and cast their own custom piece of sterling silver jewelry using lost-wax casting. Students will carve a ring from wax, learn to sprue and prepare their design for the kiln and then cast their design followed by cleaning and polishing.

No previous knowledge is necessary to take this class. This will be a masked event. Masks will be provided.

Please note that this is a 4-session class meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The sessions for this class are as follows:

Session 1: Dec. 4

Session 2: Dec. 9

Session 3: Dec. 11

Session 4: Dec16

Participants must be able to attend all class sessions.

FAQs

Note: Additional class policies can be found on our website:

What should I wear or bring to the class?

Safety glasses are required and will be provided, but if you have a pair you're comfortable in, consider bringing your own. On the day of casting, please wear work boots or shoes made from leather or canvas (no nylon, it melts!) and natural fiber clothing (cotton is best). All materials used in the class are provided.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

This workshop is only for those 16+. (Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled in the course)

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Any questions, feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we'll try to get your question answered.

Area(Jewelry) Level(Novice) ClassType(Introduction) ClassLength(3 hours/4 weeks)

Host or Publisher Lansing Makers Network