Instructor: Kim Gerami

Date of Class: 1 February 2027

Maximum number of students: 10

Time: 4 hours

Level: Beginner to refresher course

Type: Stack rings with gemstones

Class Fee: $145

Kit Fee: $75 per student

Kit includes

16-gauge jewelers brass wire

14-gauge jewelers brass wire

14-gauge copper wire

Sterling silver bezel cups

2 CZ stones (color of choice)

Sanding sticks

Polishing cloths

Instructor will have the following for use in class

All tools will be supplied by the instructor

We do encourage you to bring sterling silver wire that can be purchased at SJ Supply onsite at our retreat or in advance or onsite – 3 inches per ring

Student Supply List

Battery-operated or rechargeable work light

Any magnification needed based on students’ preference

Optional Supply List

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.

Instructor Email Address: Kimgerami26@gmail.com

Instagram: k_renae_designs

Class Description

In this workshop students will learn about tools and their use for creating jewelry.

Skills we will be covering include sawing wire, texturizing wire, ring sizing, construction of ring, simple soldering, filing and sanding, setting a stone, as well as polishing techniques.

This class is perfect for curious hobbyists who are looking to learn basic metalsmith skills to anyone looking to refresh knowledge.