Jewelry Making Classes in the Boston Area
Jewelry making is a revered and ancient craft that goes back thousands of years. The need for personal adornment and symbolism particularly in religion has created a need for craftsmen skilled in the creation and repair of jewelry.
Jewelry making involves a multitude of materials such metal, stone, glass and gemstones . Learning jewelry making really means to learn how these materials are worked.
Jewelry making can be learned by anybody and the tools required are affordable. Beginner classes are a fun way to learn the basic skills such as sawing, filing, drilling, soldering and more.
Jewelry classes can take from one session to as many as 7 sessions. A materials fee is often required.
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Stone Carving at the Bench | Oct-31-2025 | $560.00 | October 31, 2025 - November 2, 2025, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Cuffs: Forged, Fused, and Fabricated | Nov-03-2025 | $260.00 | November 3 - 17, 2025, Weekly on Monday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Moving Metal: The Art of Raising | Nov-03-2025 | $330.00 | November 3 - 24, 2025, Weekly on Monday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (4 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Toolmaking for Jewelers | Nov-04-2025 | $180.00 | November 4 - 11, 2025, Weekly on Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Foundations in Chain Maille (Session 2) | Nov-05-2025 | $260.00 | November 5, 2025 - December 3, 2025, Weekly on Wednesday from 10:00am - 1:00pm (4 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Gold Reclaimed: A Hands-On Workshop in Recycling Precious Metal | Nov-05-2025 | $180.00 | November 5 - 12, 2025, Weekly on Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Perfect Box Construction Without Warpage or Binding! | Nov-06-2025 | $260.00 | November 6 - 20, 2025, Weekly on Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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From Sea to Setting: Drill, Rivet, and Solder Beach Stone Treasures | Nov-07-2025 | $210.00 | November 7, 2025, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Carving Fine Detail for Casting | Nov-08-2025 | $425.00 | November 8 - 9, 2025, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Formed and Stamped Sterling Silver Applique Embellishments | Nov-08-2025 | $180.00 | November 8 - 15, 2025, Weekly on Saturday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Jewelry Making: It’s a Wrap! | Nov-12-2025 | $59.00 | Gibbs School, Wednesday, Nov 12, 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Arlington Community Education, Arlington |
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Through the Hoop! Hoop Earrings Fabricated, Fused, and Formed | Nov-12-2025 | $135.00 | November 12, 2025, Wednesday from 11:00am - 2:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Band Ring *In-Person* | Nov-14-2025 | $100.00 | Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Oct. 10 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education |
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Handmade Filigree Jewelry | Nov-14-2025 | $560.00 | November 14 - 16, 2025, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Jingle All the Way: Handmade Sleigh Bells | Nov-14-2025 | $180.00 | November 14 - 21, 2025, Weekly on Friday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Let's Make Some Loop-in-Loop Chains! | Nov-15-2025 | $260.00 | November 15 - 29, 2025, Weekly from 10:00am - 12:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Metalsmithing & Jewelry Open Studio | Nov-18-2025 | $205.00 | Arlington High School, Tuesdays, Nov 18 - Dec 9, 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Arlington Community Education, Arlington |
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Engineering Wire Settings and Captures 2.0 | Nov-18-2025 | $180.00 | November 18 - 25, 2025, Weekly on Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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From Raw Casting to Finished Jewelry! | Nov-18-2025 | $125.00 | November 18, 2025, Tuesday from 4:00pm - 6:30pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Earrings *In-person* *NEW* | Nov-21-2025 | $105.00 | Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Nov. 21 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education |
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Hammer, Carve, Emboss, and Solder: Unique Textures for Band Rings | Nov-21-2025 | $210.00 | November 21, 2025, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Enameling for Experienced Metalsmiths | Nov-22-2025 | $210.00 | November 22, 2025, Saturday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Tendrils, Twigs, and Vines | Nov-23-2025 | $210.00 | November 23, 2025, Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Settings for Enamels: Bezels, Prongs, and Tabs | Dec-01-2025 | $260.00 | December 1 - 15, 2025, Weekly on Monday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Reticulated Textures for Jewelry | Dec-02-2025 | $180.00 | December 2 - 9, 2025, Weekly on Tuesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Lasting Impressions: Silicone Molds & Precious Metal Clay | Dec-02-2025 | $180.00 | December 2, 2025, Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm December 4, 2025, Thursday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Intro to Foldforming: From Line Folds to T-folds & More | Dec-03-2025 | $260.00 | December 3 - 17, 2025, Weekly on Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Catch of the Day | Dec-04-2025 | $260.00 | December 4 - 18, 2025, Weekly on Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Bangle Bracelets *In-Person* | Dec-05-2025 | $105.00 | Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Oct. 17 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education |
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Chain Maille Jewelry: Full Persian Weave | Dec-05-2025 | $105.00 | December 5, 2025, Friday from 10:00am - 1:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Chain Maille Jewelry: Vipera Berus Full Persian Weave | Dec-05-2025 | $105.00 | December 5, 2025, Friday from 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Miniature Mechanics: Nuts, Bolts & Threaded Connections | Dec-05-2025 | $180.00 | December 5 - 12, 2025, Weekly from 2:00pm - 4:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Box Clasps Weekend Intensive! | Dec-06-2025 | $425.00 | December 6 - 7, 2025, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Earring Construction Techniques for Polymer Clay | Dec-06-2025 | $180.00 | December 6 - 13, 2025, Weekly on Saturday from 11:00am - 1:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Pendant with Bezel-Set Stone *In-Person* | Dec-12-2025 | $105.00 | Friday, 5:30-9:30pm. Oct. 24 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education |
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Jewelry 101: Stone Cutting for Beginners | Dec-12-2025 | $210.00 | December 12, 2025, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Jewelry 101: Textured Jewelry for Beginners | Dec-13-2025 | $210.00 | December 13, 2025, Saturday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Jewelry 101: Stone Setting for Beginners | Dec-14-2025 | $210.00 | December 14, 2025, Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Forming 101: Jingle Bells for Jewelry and Decor! | Dec-16-2025 | $210.00 | December 16, 2025, Tuesday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Woven Ornaments! | Dec-17-2025 | $210.00 | December 17, 2025, Wednesday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
