Looking to enhance your jewelry-making skills or explore a new hobby? Makers Mill has an exciting series of jewelry classes this fall, perfect for all skill levels! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artisan, these classes offer a remarkable opportunity to learn from expert instructors and guest artists. Join us in the Metalsmithing Studio and unlock your creative potential!
What makes this season especially unique is the chance to learn from two of the most distinguished artists in the field—Paulette Werger and Joy Raskin. Both are longtime juried members of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, a prestigious recognition in the world of craft and design. With their work exhibited nationally and admired throughout the jewelry-making community, this is an exclusive opportunity to learn directly from master artisans who have achieved some of the highest honors in their field.
Intro to Soldering
Date: Saturday, September 14, 10 AM – 12 PM
Instructor: Deb Ryan
Get hands-on experience with the Smith acetylene and air torch in this introductory class. You’ll learn safe torch operation, ring joining, and sweat-soldering. For members and Day Pass users wanting to use the torch independently at Makers Mill, this class also includes a Tool Safety Assessment (TSA).
Register for Intro to Soldering
Beaded-Link Magic
Date: Saturday, September 21, 10 AM – 1 PM
Instructor: Cheryl Barnes
Explore the art of wire-wrapping and create custom-sized bracelets, necklaces, and anklets with functional clasps. This class is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their jewelry-making techniques.
Register for Beaded-Link Magic
Combining Gold & Silver
Date: Sunday, September 22, 10 AM – 4 PM
Instructor: Joy Raskin
Take your skills to the next level by learning how to incorporate gold onto silver jewelry. In this class, you’ll master the keum-boo technique and learn to melt down old gold for reuse. Students are encouraged to bring their own projects to which they’d like to add gold bezels and accents. Basic jewelry-making experience is required.
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Create Your Own Ear Studs
Date: Saturday, September 28, 10 AM – 4 PM
Instructor: Joy Raskin
Design and craft your own sterling ear posts, tiny hoop earrings, ball post studs, and ear cuffs in this immersive class. Materials are provided, including sterling silver wire, ear posts, and small gemstone cabochons.
Register for Create Your Own Ear Studs
Chain Making
Date: Saturday, October 5, 10 AM – 4 PM
Instructor: Paulette Werger
Join renowned artist Paulette Werger and learn to design unique chains using Argentium silver. This comprehensive class will cover fused link techniques, torch skills, and creative chain design. Prior knowledge of jewelry tools and soldering is recommended.
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Making Your Mark
Date: Saturday, October 19, 10 AM – 4 PM
Instructor: Paulette Werger
Explore the world of pattern and texture in jewelry design through techniques like roller embossing, stamping, and solder inlay. You’ll work with a rolling mill and create one-of-a-kind textures to incorporate into your designs.
Register for Making Your Mark
All classes will take place in the Metalsmithing Studio at Makers Mill, located on the ground floor. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot early!
For full class descriptions, materials needed, and to register, visit makersmill.org/events.
Don’t miss this rare chance to learn from two of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s finest artisans—reserve your spot today!
I am interested in taking some combined gold and silver smithing classes I live in Mont VernonAre you offering any courses this spring
Sorry Mary I didn’t see this message earlier. We have a Working with Gold Class with Joy Raskin on July 13 and a Keumboo class with Paulette Werger on August 16 that you can sign up for here on the website, or give us a call at 603-569-1500.
how often do you hold your soldering and bead link classes?
Hi Susan: the best way to get a heads up on our upcoming classes is to sign up for our monthly newsletter on our website using the “connect” button. Also our website event page has filter tags so you can sort by shop eg Metalsmithing & Jewelry. Our beading classes are usually offered monthly although our teacher is out for October. I am not quite sure what you mean by “soldering” classes as most of the metalsmithing/jewelry classes involve some degree of soldering. Please feel free to call if you’d like any more info: 603-569-1500.