Intro to Jewelry + Metalsmithing (5-Day class)
Hands on metalsmithing workshop teaching jewelers saw, hammering, filing, flex shaft techniques and acetylene and air torch soldering across six three hour sessions (18 hours total). Designed for beginners; materials and finished wearable pieces included.
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