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Metalsmith Foundations | Set in Stone: Mixed Metal Bejeweled Bangles

with Kim Gerami

BeginnerMetalsmith Foundations
Metalsmith Foundations | Set in Stone: Mixed Metal Bejewelled Bangles: a finished piece from the class

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When and where

  1. Wednesday, Feb 3, 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. Project and techniques
Prerequisites
None listed
Total time
7 hours
Room
Announced closer to the event
Class size
10 students

Fees

Class fee
$190
Kit fee
$140, paid to the instructor on class day, not charged online

Per student.

About this class

Create a trio of one-of-a-kind bangles while expanding your metalsmithing skills at the bench.

Kim will guide you through sawing, forming both square and round wire, annealing, and texturing as you create three distinctive bracelets designed to be worn individually or stacked together.

You’ll build upon your soldering skills as you construct your bangles, then create a bezel for a stone of your choice.

Kim will guide you through the finishing process with patina and polishing techniques that enhance texture, add contrast, and bring your designs to life.

For those ready to take their skills a step further, Kim will also introduce options for working with gallery bezel wire, offering another beautiful way to showcase a favorite stone.

You’ll leave with three handcrafted bangles, including your own stone-set design, and an expanded collection of metalsmithing techniques to carry into future projects.

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Included in the kit

Covered by the kit fee.

  • Brass wire
  • Bronze wire
  • Copper wire
  • 1×1 Sterling silver sheet
  • Sterling silver bezel wire
  • Rose cut flatback gemstone of choice
  • Polishing cloths

Tools the instructor brings

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

  • All 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. We do encourage you to bring sterling silver wire that can be purchased at SJ Supply in advance or onsite.

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