A Deep Dive into Metalsmithing | 5 Day Intensive Workshop | October 6th - 10th

🔨 Five-Day Metalsmithing Intensive Workshop

📅 When: Monday, October 6 – Friday, October 10, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
📍 Where: Wild Heart Wares Workshop 100 N Ash Street, Bingen, WA 98605

Join me for a five-day, beginner-friendly metalsmithing intensive at our beautiful new studio in downtown Bingen! This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone 18+ who is curious about the world of metalsmithing—no experience necessary.

Throughout the week, we’ll cover:

• Sourcing materials
• Workshop safety & tool talk
• Setting up a home studio
• Finding creative inspiration
• Core metalsmithing techniques: soldering, sawing, forming, bezel setting, and finishing work

What to Expect

Each student will have their own dedicated workspace, fully equipped with the tools needed for each project. Every day begins with a demonstration, followed by ample studio time to explore, practice, and create.

Here’s our project schedule (subject to change):

• Day 1: Ring
• Day 2: Earrings
• Day 3: Necklace
• Day 4: Cuff bracelet
• Day 5: Open studio – your choice!

This workshop is a space for learning and experimentation. Mistakes are welcome, creativity is encouraged, and I’ll be available throughout each day for one-on-one support, extra demos, and troubleshooting (yes, even when things melt—it's part of the fun!).

What’s Included

• Enough silver sheet and wire to complete each daily project
• Access to a wide selection of stones from my inventory, including turquoise, jasper, and more
• All tools needed for workshop use

Additional silver will be available for purchase at daily Rio Grande pricing, if needed.

Lunch + Amenities

We’ll take a one-hour lunch break each day. Lunch is not provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Our studio has a fridge, microwave, glassware, and utensils for your convenience. Bingen also offers several nearby dining options, all within walking distance or a short drive.

Registration & Cancellation Policy

This is a small business with limited capacity, so please read our cancellation policy carefully:

• 50% of the course fee is non-refundable up to 30 days before the event.
• No refunds within 30 days of the class start date.
• If the class is cancelled by the host, you’ll receive a full refund.
  
• No refunds will be provided in the case of force majeure.

Lodging Recommendations

Traveling from out of town? I highly recommend:

• The Society Hotel & Spa (walking distance!) — options from bunk rooms (~$50/night) to full cabins. Don’t miss the spa!
• The Inn of White Salmon — locally owned, just a short drive away.

Photos are representative of class projects.

Ready to dive in? Let’s make something beautiful together. ✨