Silversmithing with a Local Artist
Experience hosted by Jimmy & Kyle
3 hours
Includes drinks, equipment
Up to 4 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
Experience the excitement of making your own piece of jewelry! This is a three hour hands-on workshop, in which you will learn the silversmithing fabrication techniques to make a sterling silver band ring. All materials and tools will be provided for the workshop. Just come, have fun and learn!
During the workshop you will be lead step-by-step through the processes. It is a very safe environment, however each participate will be asked to sign a liability waiver and safety will be discussed.
The process begins by measuring and cutting a piece a sterling silver the desired width of your ring. Next the metal is annealed with a torch. Annealing is the process of heating metal with a flame to make it malleable. After each time the metal is heated, it is cleaned in a solution to remove the oxidation that is created on the surface. Once the metal is prepared, you will have choices of hammers and metal stamps to texture a pattern onto the sterling silver, creating your personal design. Then the metal is cut to the length required for your ring size, formed into shape and soldered together. The final steps are refining, buffing and polishing your creation to have a beautiful shine!
Other things to note
Rest assured that your safety is our priority. Regarding COVID-19, we have a cleaning protocol in place. Participants will be required to wear a mask during the class and take a temperature when entering the studio. Disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer are available for your use.
During the workshop you will be lead step-by-step through the processes. It is a very safe environment, however each participate will be asked to sign a liability waiver and safety will be discussed.
The process begins by measuring and cutting a piece a sterling silver the desired width of your ring. Next the metal is annealed with a torch. Annealing is the process of heating metal with a flame to make it malleable. After each time the metal is heated, it is cleaned in a solution to remove the oxidation that is created on the surface. Once the metal is prepared, you will have choices of hammers and metal stamps to texture a pattern onto the sterling silver, creating your personal design. Then the metal is cut to the length required for your ring size, formed into shape and soldered together. The final steps are refining, buffing and polishing your creation to have a beautiful shine!
Other things to note
Rest assured that your safety is our priority. Regarding COVID-19, we have a cleaning protocol in place. Participants will be required to wear a mask during the class and take a temperature when entering the studio. Disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer are available for your use.
Experience the excitement of making your own piece of jewelry! This is a three hour hands-on workshop, in which you will learn the silversmithing fabrication techniques to make a sterling silver band ring. All materials and tools will be provided for the workshop. Just come, have fun and learn!
During the workshop you will be lead step-by-step through the processes. It is a very safe environment, however each participate will be asked…
During the workshop you will be lead step-by-step through the processes. It is a very safe environment, however each participate will be asked…
Jimmy & Kyle's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- DrinksBeverages such as iced tea and water will be available.
- EquipmentSterling silver supplies, professional jewelers bench, acetylene torch, tex...
From $105
/ person
- 41 Reviews
- Identity verified
Jimmy Freeman is a designer, a creator, a maker, a metalsmith, who hand-fabricates sterling silver jewelry with meticulous craftsmanship. He loves working with metals and semi-precious gemstones to handcraft jewelry for both women and men. Jimmy began formal training in metalsmithing and jewelry design at The Craft Guild of Dallas. After relocating to Colorado, he continued training at Denver School of Metal Arts and Boulder Metalsmithing Association, where he was also a member of the board of directors. His jewelry is displayed and sold at Colorado galleries and art shows.
Jimmy Freeman is a designer, a creator, a maker, a metalsmith, who hand-fabricates sterling silver jewelry with meticulous craftsmanship. He loves working with metals and semi-precious gemstones to handcraft jewelry for both women and men. Jimmy began formal training in metalsmithing and jewelry design at The Craft Guild of Dallas. After relocating to Colorado, he continued training at Denver School of Metal Arts and Boulder Metalsmithing Association, where he was also a member of the board of d…
Where you'll be
I am an AirBnB host and a silversmith, which means I love hosting guests and teaching classes. My studio is located at Prism Workspaces, 999 Vallejo Street in Denver, Colorado. The studio is comfortable for up to three class participants with ample space to keep a social distance. Each participant experiences the use of a professional jewelers bench and tools.
Amazing experience! Jimmy was so thoughtful and took you step by step through the ring making process and helped out immediately when you needed that little extra "am I doing this right?" Very personable and friendly and we all loved our rings! Highly recommend!
Amazing experience! Jimmy was so thoughtful and took you step by step through the ring making process and helped out immediately when you needed that little extra "am I doing this…
It’s been a little longer than a week since my experience, but I still find myself admiring the rings my partner and I made! Jimmy is incredibly knowledgeable and makes the more technical stuff easy to understand. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who happens to be in the area!
It’s been a little longer than a week since my experience, but I still find myself admiring the rings my partner and I made! Jimmy is incredibly knowledgeable and makes the more te…
We thoroughly enjoyed our session with Jimmy. He is very knowledgeable and patient. We each made a personalized silver band, sized and polished with Jimmy's detail instructions. He walked us through the process, step by step. Now, we have a beautiful memento from our experience. Will recommend this to all our friends.
We thoroughly enjoyed our session with Jimmy. He is very knowledgeable and patient. We each made a personalized silver band, sized and polished with Jimmy's detail instructions.…
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Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 4 guests ages 18 and up can attend.
What to bring
Wear comfortable closed toe shoes.
Bring a hair tie if you have long hair.
Bring a hair tie if you have long hair.