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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Woven Wire Hollow Forms | Jan-20-2026 | $180.00 | January 20 - 27, 2026, Weekly on Tuesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Solder Savvy: A Deep Dive Into the Art + Science of Soldering - Part 1 | Jan-20-2026 | $260.00 | January 20, 2026 - February 3, 2026, Weekly on Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Score and Bend Basics | Jan-21-2026 | $180.00 | January 21 - 28, 2026, Weekly on Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Basic Metallurgy for Jewelers: Metal Health Seminar | Jan-22-2026 | $180.00 | January 22 - 29, 2026, Weekly from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Bangle Bracelets *In-Person* | Jan-23-2026 | $105.00 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education | |
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Stackable Rings | Jan-23-2026 | $215.00 | January 23, 2026, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Zogan (??): Traditional Japanese Metal Inlay | Jan-23-2026 | $260.00 | January 23 - 30, 2026, Friday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Resin Inlay for Jewelry | Jan-24-2026 | $425.00 | January 24 - 25, 2026, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Smart Practices in Gold and Silver | Jan-26-2026 | $180.00 | January 26 - 28, 2026, Monday and Wednesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Pendant with Bezel-Set Stone *In-Person* | Jan-30-2026 | $105.00 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education | |
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Spoons in a Day! | Jan-30-2026 | $215.00 | January 30, 2026, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Earrings in a Day! | Jan-31-2026 | $215.00 | January 31, 2026, Saturday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Miniature Bowls in a Day! | Feb-01-2026 | $215.00 | February 1, 2026, Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Wax Carving & Casting Clean Up | Feb-03-2026 | $335.00 | February 03, 2026, Hours: 6:00 - 9:30 pm | North Bennet Street School, Boston |
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Etching 2: It?s Electric-Etching! | Feb-03-2026 | $180.00 | February 3 - 10, 2026, Weekly on Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Polymer 1: Basic Canes and Patterning Techniques | Feb-04-2026 | $180.00 | February 4 - 11, 2026, Weekly on Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Wire with a Twist! | Feb-05-2026 | $260.00 | February 5 - 19, 2026, Weekly on Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Introduction to Mosaic Inlay Jewelry on a Budget | Feb-06-2026 | $180.00 | February 6 - 13, 2026, Weekly on Friday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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From Wax to Metal: The Magic of Lost Wax Casting | Feb-06-2026 | $560.00 | February 6 - 8, 2026, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Bookkeeping and Tax Prep for Makers | Feb-07-2026 | $135.00 | February 7, 2026, Saturday from 1:30pm - 4:30pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Intro to Enameling (Session 2): Enamel as Canvas | Feb-11-2026 | $260.00 | February 11, 2026 - March 11, 2026, Weekly on Wednesday from 10:00am - 1:00pm (4 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Gold-filled and Argentium Chains: Fused, Soldered, and Formed! | Feb-11-2026 | $260.00 | February 11 - 25, 2026, Weekly on Wednesday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Mosaic Jewelry Workshop | Feb-11-2026 | $155.00 | Gibbs School, Wednesday, Feb 11, 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Arlington Community Education, Arlington |
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Forging: Rings, Earrings, Bracelets, Oh My! | Feb-12-2026 | $260.00 | February 12, 2026 - March 12, 2026, Weekly on Thursday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm (4 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Forged Copper Roses | Feb-13-2026 | $215.00 | February 13, 2026, Friday from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Carve Your Own Stone Heart in 1 or 2 Parts! | Feb-14-2026 | $425.00 | February 14 - 15, 2026, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Pearl Stringing 101 | Feb-17-2026 | $135.00 | February 17, 2026, Tuesday from 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Make a Silver Pendant! | Feb-20-2026 | $215.00 | February 20, 2026, Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Earrings *In-person* *NEW* | Feb-20-2026 | $105.00 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education | |
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From Ferrous to Fine: Steel for Jewelers - Part 1 | Feb-20-2026 | $180.00 | February 20 - 27, 2026, Friday from 11:00am - 1:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Introduction to Cloisonné Enameling | Feb-21-2026 | $300.00 | February 21, 2026, Hours: Saturday, Feb 21, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sunday, Feb 22, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | North Bennet Street School, Boston |
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Critters! Enameling with Illustrated Intent | Feb-21-2026 | $180.00 | February 21 - 28, 2026, Saturday from 1:00pm - 3:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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New Lengths: Soldered, Beaded, and Wirework Chains | Feb-21-2026 | $425.00 | February 21 - 22, 2026, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Creating a Content Strategy | Feb-23-2026 | $180.00 | February 23 - 25, 2026, Monday and Wednesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Introduction to Rhino Weaves: Barrel Weave and Screw Chain | Feb-24-2026 | $180.00 | February 24 - 26, 2026, Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00am - 12:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Solder Savvy: A Deep Dive Into the Art + Science of Soldering - Part 2 | Feb-24-2026 | $260.00 | February 24, 2026 - March 10, 2026, Weekly on Tuesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm (3 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Art Analysis Techniques for Jewelers | Feb-26-2026 | $135.00 | February 26, 2026, Thursday from 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Metalwerx, Waltham |
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Beginning Jewelry: Sterling Silver Band Ring *In-Person* | Feb-27-2026 | $100.00 | Cambridge Center for Adult Education | |
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Jewelry Making 101 | Feb-28-2026 | $270.00 | February 28, 2026, Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | North Bennet Street School, Boston |
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Introduction to Jewelry Making | Feb-28-2026 | $425.00 | February 28, 2026 - March 1, 2026, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm (2 days) | Metalwerx, Waltham |
