Stray Jewelry/Metalsmithing 1: Stacking Ring

METALSMITHING 1: STACKING RINGS

Learn the Foundational Skills of Metalsmithing

Ready to explore the art of metalsmithing? In this beginner-friendly course, you'll feel like a total badass while learning how to wield fire, hammers, and a jeweler's saw to bend and shape metal.

Through learning the core techniques of metalsmithing, you'll craft your very own stacker ring. From sawing and soldering, to forming, sanding, polishing, and finishing, this hands-on project is designed to build your confidence and give you a strong foundation to grow your skills.

2 HOURS AND 8 MINUTES OF GUIDED INSTRUCTION

What’s You'll Learn in The Course:

Introduction to Tools + Materials

A breakdown of everything you’ll need and how to use it.

Sawing

Learn how to use a jeweler's saw with proper form and technique to get a nice, clean, even cut.

Measuring Ring Size

Learn how to find the correct length to cut your wire to create your desired ring band size.

Soldering

Learn how to set up your soldering station and how to begin soldering.

Forming

Learn how to use a ring mandrel to form metal and create your desired shape.

Finishing + Polishing

Learn how to clean up your ring and bring it up to a polish. Hand finishing and finishing with a flex shaft are both covered.

Texturing

Learn techniques for adding unique texture to your ring.

By the End of this Course, You Will:

  • Have an understanding of the basics of metalsmithing.

  • Understand how to use essential tools & materials.

  • Learn all the steps needed to create your own sterling silver stacking ring.

  • Have a solid foundation to continue exploring your own creative ideas.

  • And have made your very own stacking ring!

Ready to Start Creating?

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Not Quite Ready to Dive Into Metalsmithing 1?

Start With the Sawing Mini-Course!

Start By Learning One of the Most Important Skills in Metalsmithing: Sawing

This Mini-Course contains just the sawing module of the Metalsmithing 1 Course. It allows you to learn one of the techniques covered in the course, without having to invest in the full course and the full set of tools. Upgrade to the full course at any time!

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