Silversmithing Bootcamp | Intensive 1-Week Course

Sterling silver is available for purchase for those who prefer it over the provided copper and brass.

Join expert silversmith Cheryl Jacobs in our intensive 5-day Silversmithing Bootcamp, designed for both beginners and those looking to refresh and expand their skills. This hands-on course offers a deep dive into various silversmithing techniques, with each day dedicated to a different process and project.

By the end of the bootcamp, students will have created a unique piece of jewelry each day to take home.

Course Outline:

• Day One: Cold connections - Riveting

Project: Pendant in Copper and Brass

Skills Learned: Tube rivets and flush rivets as embellishment, basic silversmithing skills (sawing, filing, polishing, designing)

• Day Two: Ring Making

Project: Band Ring in Copper or Brass

Skills Learned: Sizing rings, roller printing, hammer texturing, applying heat patina and liver of sulfur patina for color and texture.

• Day Three: Earring Design

Project: Earrings in Brass and Copper with Sterling Silver Embellishments

Skills Learned: Piercing, constructing, making earwires and links, sweat soldering will be demonstrated as interesting design elements

• Day Four: Cuff Bracelet

Project: Cuff Bracelet in Brass or Copper

Skills Learned: Fold forming, roller printing textures, applying patinas for added design elements. Liver of sulfur and heat patina.

• Day Five: Final Project

The last day of the bootcamp students will make a piece of their own design in Sterling Silver. A culmination of the week’s techniques can be applied to this project and students can take their new soldering skills to the next level. A bezel set cabochon will be demonstrated and basic stone setting and finishing techniques will be taught.   

Skills Learned: Soldering, basic stone setting, finishing techniques

This bootcamp is an excellent opportunity for those new to silversmithing to explore a wide range of techniques, while also offering more experienced students the chance to enhance their skills and learn new methods. Join us for a week of creativity and craftsmanship and leave with a collection of handcrafted jewelry and a wealth of new knowledge.

Please note: Stairway Studio is not a scent-free environment, however we ask that the use of scented products be limited in order to avoid triggering sensitivities in fellow students when working in close quarters.

See booking information and cancellation policies for details.