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Metalsmith Foundations | Form and Flourish: An Adjustable Wrap Ring

with Kim Gerami

BeginnerMetalsmith Foundations
Metalsmith Foundations | Form and Flourish: An Adjustable Wrap Ring: a finished piece from the class

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When and where

  1. Tuesday, Feb 2, 2027

    9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Times are MST, the event's local time.

At a glance

Skill level
Beginner. Beginner to refresher course
Class type
Technique and project. Techniques and project
Prerequisites
None listed
Total time
7 hours
Room
Announced closer to the event
Class size
10 students

Fees

Class fee
$190
Kit fee
$120, paid to the instructor on class day, not charged online

Per student.

About this class

Create a beautiful adjustable wrap ring while building or renewing confidence in essential metalsmithing skills at the bench.

Choose from four ring templates, then make the design your own as Kim guides you through sawing, texturing with hammers and stamps, forming, simple soldering, and finishing.

You’ll complete your ring by setting a sparkling gemstone and exploring patina and polishing techniques that bring depth, contrast, and a professional finish to your work.

With plenty of opportunity to personalize your design, surface, and finish, you’ll leave class with a one-of-a-kind adjustable ring—and a collection of practical metalsmithing skills you can carry into future projects.

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Included in the kit

Covered by the kit fee.

  • 20 -gauge Copper or brass for ring
  • Sterling silver bezel cup 6mm
  • 1 Cubic zirconia 6mm round stone of choice.
  • Template of choice
  • Polishing cloth

Tools the instructor brings

Shared in class. You do not need to pack these.

  • All equipment and tools will be supplied by the instructor

What to bring

Your own tools and materials for the class.

  • Battery-operated or rechargeable work light
  • Any magnification needed based on students’ preference

Safety and preparation

Before class
If you would prefer to work in sterling silver, we do encourage you to bring wire from home. You can always purchase from SJ Supply who will once again be onsite with us during our retreat. Mario and his team will also take phone orders ahead and have your materials or tools available at our retreat when you arrive. I will have six sets of class tools to use in the classroom. If you would like to work faster, please consider bringing your own basic hand tools from home.

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