Sterling Silver Bezel Ring Workshop - Intermediate Jewelry Making Class in Los Angeles
Design and craft your own sterling silver ring featuring a bezel-set natural cabochon stone in this immersive intermediate metalsmithing workshop. Located in Glendale and San Pedro (Port of Los Angeles), this hands-on jewelry class combines technical skill-building with creative exploration—perfect for makers ready to elevate their stone-setting and silversmithing abilities.
What You'll Learn in This Ring Making Class:
- Professional bezel construction from scratch for cabochon stones
- Stone-setting techniques for secure, lasting settings
- Ring sizing, forming, and band fabrication
- Precise silver soldering for jewelry making
- Surface finishing and polishing for a professional look
- Functional design principles for everyday wearable rings
Skills You'll Master: This intermediate metalsmithing course teaches you to create bezel settings from sterling silver wire and sheet metal, then set a natural cabochon stone into your handcrafted ring. You'll learn professional techniques used by jewelry designers, including proper ring sizing, band construction, and advanced soldering methods.
What's Included in Your Workshop:
- All professional jewelry-making tools and studio equipment
- Sterling silver bezel wire, back plate, and ring shank materials
- One round 18mm or 20mm natural cabochon stone (choose from gemstones including labradorite, moonstone, jasper, agate, turquoise, and more)
- Expert instruction from an experienced metalsmith
- Your completed custom sterling silver ring to wear home
- Small class size for personalized guidance
Customize Your Ring: Every piece is uniquely yours! Design options include:
- Premium Stone Upgrade: Choose higher-quality or specialty cabochons during class ($20-$50 additional, with adjusted materials)
- Decorative Elements: Add twisted wire, granulation, texture, stamping, or mixed metals (additional materials cost)
- Custom Band Options: Select wider shanks, stacking ring sets, or unique band styles (additional cost)
Whether you create a minimalist daily ring or an ornate statement piece, this jewelry workshop adapts to your creative vision and skill level.
Prerequisites: Basic jewelry-making experience recommended. Prior soldering experience helpful but not required. Techniques will be reviewed and guided throughout the class.
Class Details:
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Skill Level: Intermediate (some jewelry experience recommended)
- Class Size: Small groups for hands-on instruction
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Locations:
- Private Studio in Glendale, CA
- CRAFTED at The Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro)
- Serving Greater Los Angeles area including Pasadena, Burbank, Long Beach
- Perfect for: Jewelry enthusiasts, intermediate crafters, metalworking students, or anyone looking to advance their silversmithing skills
Why Take This Jewelry Class: Learn professional bezel-setting techniques in a supportive studio environment. This ring-making workshop is ideal for crafters who have completed beginner jewelry classes and want to expand their metalsmithing skills. Create a wearable piece of art while mastering techniques used by professional jewelers. Great for special occasions, creative dates, or building your jewelry-making portfolio.
Book Your Silver Ring Making Class Today: Join us in Glendale or San Pedro for this hands-on metalsmithing experience. Perfect for Los Angeles area residents looking for creative workshops, jewelry making classes, and artisan craft experiences.