Copper bracelet with a hammered texture on a dark wooden surface.
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Beginning Jewelry: Cold Connections in Copper & Brass
$240.00

Perfect for first-timers, this hands-on session teaches the fundamentals of sawing, stamping, riveting, hammering, and fold-forming. Choose your project — a cuff, pendant, or earrings — and walk out the same day with a finished piece. No experience necessary.

Earring projects include an additional $25 for sterling silver ear wire & construction.

Several small metallic jewelry strips laid on a wooden surface, some engraved with the word 'I AM' and one with a heart symbol.

Who / When / Where

Ages
Best for age 12+

Date(s)
June - October 2026 - (choose your date at checkout)

Time
9:00am - 4:00pm EDT

Location
19518 Fewins Rd. Interlochen, MI

Close-up of a white egg with irregular texture, with a pair of gold-colored earrings resting on it, and a beige-colored jewelry display stand next to it, set on a gray textured surface.

Sample Schedule

  • We begin our day with a short but thurrow tour & introduction to the studio. Tools, safety & a sketch up of what you will be making.

  • Hands-on time to explore, practice with sawing/stamping/finish work etc. Getting to know your comfort level & technique.

  • Students will be responsible for brining their own lunch, but we'll provide water, tea & coffee.

  • This is where you shine! With help along the way you will have these hours to create your very own treasure. I will provide as much or little guidance as you request.

Where to Find Us

19518 Fewins Rd Interlochen, MI 49643

Just off of US31 near Traverse City, MI.

The studio is at the top of the hill, has raw wooden siding & a green roof.

There is a huge sandstone rock in front of it. Drive is at a slant. Feel free to park along the road or in the gravel drive.

19518 Fewins Rd. Interlochen, MI 49643

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and purchase your preferred date.

Register

  • Cuff bracelet, tie bar, money clip, earrings*, pendant or something else you dream up. The sky is the limit (within our timeframe) have an idea? Prior to your scheduled day let me know what you are thinking and we can make it happen!

    • $25 for the sterling earwires & how to make them.

  • No experience is needed for the Copper & Brass Cold Connections Class.

    To take the Soldering and Stone Setting Class you will need to have taken the first (CBCC class) or have had previous experience in metal smithing within the last 8 years.

  • The studio space is set up for one to two students and instructor. While its most comfortable to have no more than two people working at one time we can accommodate upon request.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.