Learn the art of metalsmithing in Mid-Town Wilmington NC
From jewelry and metal artist Chelsea Lea
Studio Space is limited to 2- 4 people at a time , all tools are included in the class.
Classes Include:
Lost Wax Casting: 2 day class
a weekend workshop on Saturday and Sunday from 12-5pm both days
Learn to carve, and sculpt the wax then cast in sterling silver, gold, or bronze.
Finish the metal jewelry on the second day of class.
Includes all tools, waxes, instructional handouts, inspiration and advice.
Want to melt your old gold jewelry into something new? This could be a great class for that!
This class is $225 per day and a deposit of this amount is required to reserve your class.
Cost is $450 per person total + additional metal
Cuttle Fish Bone Casting: a one day 3 hour class
Learn the primitive casting technique of cuttle fish bone casting.
The metal sterling silver is a separate fee, Schedule is flexible for the 3 hours of the day.
Preference for 1PM-4PM or 10AM-1PM, Please specify which day of the week you prefer.
Optional times are available please contact for availability.
Cost is $175
Hot Date Night : a 3 hour class
Make your own wedding bands.
Rings are simple bands made with texture without any gemstones.
Learn how to make a ring from flat metal stock, by annealing, filing, soldering, sanding and polishing.
Champagne, beer, or wine afterwards with an hour of socializing in the metal studio.
3 hour class Price includes drink and light snacks, at $350 each. Sterling silver or 14kt gold available additional charge.
If there is a specific metal you want please allow time to order or manufacture example: 14kt rose gold.
Last hour is a social hour for hanging out in the studio space, talking and enjoying charcuterie.
(Includes drink of choice & small charcuterie board please specify drink/vegan/meat)
Charcuterie cutting board will also be available for purchase.
Total cost is $700 for couples intimate lesson in metalsmithing your wedding bands.
Metal Fabrication Private Lesson
Need some help with metal fabrication or want to go over the basics again?
Interested in learning how to make jewelry but you have never taken a metalsmithing class? This is an introduction course.
We will go over soldering techniques, stone setting, forging, metal forming, and fabrication tricks and tips.
Smith Mini Torch (Oxygen & Propane) or Acetylene torch available.
Private lessons range from $60 per hour.
Please specify what project you have in mind.
Some copper and brass will be provided.
Sterling Silver is an additional cost.
Contact: ChelseaLeaMetals@Gmail.com
to set up your metal class
From jewelry and metal artist Chelsea Lea
Studio Space is limited to 2- 4 people at a time , all tools are included in the class.
Classes Include:
Lost Wax Casting: 2 day class
a weekend workshop on Saturday and Sunday from 12-5pm both days
Learn to carve, and sculpt the wax then cast in sterling silver, gold, or bronze.
Finish the metal jewelry on the second day of class.
Includes all tools, waxes, instructional handouts, inspiration and advice.
Want to melt your old gold jewelry into something new? This could be a great class for that!
This class is $225 per day and a deposit of this amount is required to reserve your class.
Cost is $450 per person total + additional metal
Cuttle Fish Bone Casting: a one day 3 hour class
Learn the primitive casting technique of cuttle fish bone casting.
The metal sterling silver is a separate fee, Schedule is flexible for the 3 hours of the day.
Preference for 1PM-4PM or 10AM-1PM, Please specify which day of the week you prefer.
Optional times are available please contact for availability.
Cost is $175
Hot Date Night : a 3 hour class
Make your own wedding bands.
Rings are simple bands made with texture without any gemstones.
Learn how to make a ring from flat metal stock, by annealing, filing, soldering, sanding and polishing.
Champagne, beer, or wine afterwards with an hour of socializing in the metal studio.
3 hour class Price includes drink and light snacks, at $350 each. Sterling silver or 14kt gold available additional charge.
If there is a specific metal you want please allow time to order or manufacture example: 14kt rose gold.
Last hour is a social hour for hanging out in the studio space, talking and enjoying charcuterie.
(Includes drink of choice & small charcuterie board please specify drink/vegan/meat)
Charcuterie cutting board will also be available for purchase.
Total cost is $700 for couples intimate lesson in metalsmithing your wedding bands.
Metal Fabrication Private Lesson
Need some help with metal fabrication or want to go over the basics again?
Interested in learning how to make jewelry but you have never taken a metalsmithing class? This is an introduction course.
We will go over soldering techniques, stone setting, forging, metal forming, and fabrication tricks and tips.
Smith Mini Torch (Oxygen & Propane) or Acetylene torch available.
Private lessons range from $60 per hour.
Please specify what project you have in mind.
Some copper and brass will be provided.
Sterling Silver is an additional cost.
Contact: ChelseaLeaMetals@Gmail.com
to set up your metal class
Waxes made for the Lost Wax casting technique (2 day class)
