{"product_id":"silver-stacking-rings-arimas-metal-lab-workshop","title":"SILVER STACKING RINGS: ARIMAS Metal Lab Workshop","description":"\u003cp\u003eA R I M A S METAL LAB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSILVER STACKING RINGS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBeginner Metalsmithing Workshop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate two sterling silver stacking rings with your own hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this beginner friendly workshop, you will learn the foundations of traditional metalsmithing while making a set of sterling silver rings from start to finish. Measure, form, solder, texture, file, sand, and polish your rings inside an intimate working jewelry studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from a small selection of ring profiles, textures, and finishes to create a set that feels clean and minimal, richly hammered, softly organic, or somewhere in between. Make one ring smooth and one textured, give each ring a different finish, or create a coordinating pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear them together, divide them between different fingers, or give one to someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo previous jewelry making experience is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorkshop Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults 18+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e One day workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum of 4 students\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARIMAS Studio at the Village of Industry \u0026amp; Art, Philadelphia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included within the workshop material allowance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou Will Create\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo handmade sterling silver stacking rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will select from a small range of studio-approved sterling silver wire and strip profiles. You will then create your own textures and finishes using jewelry hammers, forming tools, abrasives, and polishing equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project is intentionally limited to two simple stacking bands so every student has enough time to complete and properly finish both rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide bands, gemstone settings, advanced decorative attachments, and complex ring designs are not included in this introductory workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou Will Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to determine and measure your ring size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to calculate the correct length of metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic metal cutting, forming, and shaping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to prepare a clean ring seam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe introductory torch use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow solder joins metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to create hammered and polished surface finishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiling, sanding, refining, and polishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow jewelers transform raw metal into a finished wearable object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Workshop Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop begins with a studio introduction and required safety orientation, followed by a demonstration of the complete ring making process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will then measure and prepare your sterling silver, form your rings, align the seams, and work through the soldering and finishing stages with individual guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will rotate through shared tools and equipment during the workshop. Because the class is limited to four people, you will have room to ask questions, work at your own bench, and receive direct support throughout the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hands-on working studio experience. You will use jewelry torches, hand tools, hammers, abrasive materials, polishing equipment, and heated metal under supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded With Registration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling silver for two stacking rings within the workshop material allowance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess to all required jewelry tools and studio equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety glasses and shared protective equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolder, flux, and studio approved solutions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexturing and forming tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanding, finishing, and polishing materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep by step demonstrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual guidance in a four person class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small pouch or container for your finished rings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional silver, gemstones, advanced decorative elements, and additional rings are not included in this introductory workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Wear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your safety, please arrive wearing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosed toe shoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable clothing that may collect dust or metal residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural fiber clothing when possible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted sleeves or sleeves that can be securely rolled up\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong hair fully tied back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoose sleeves, flowing garments, dangling accessories, open toe shoes, and highly flammable clothing are not appropriate for torch work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be asked to remove bracelets, long necklaces, scarves, or other items that could interfere with tools or equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a labeled water bottle and your creativity. All required tools and project materials are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood and alcohol are not permitted in the active metalsmithing area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore Booking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop requires steady hand control, close attention to demonstrations, and the ability to follow studio safety directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents must arrive on time for the required safety orientation. Anyone who misses the orientation may not be permitted to participate in torch work and may need to transfer to a future workshop according to the studio’s booking policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistration is for one participant and one scheduled workshop. Seats may not be shared between participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour rings will be formed and finished entirely by hand. Small variations in texture, shape, and finish are natural parts of the metalsmithing process and make each set unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not factory perfect duplication. The goal is to leave with two well made rings that carry visible evidence of your own hands and creative decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3292\"\u003eBecause this is a small class with limited seats, please review the workshop and studio policies before registering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3292\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arimas.co\/pages\/class-workshop-policies\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead Class\/Workshop Policies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arimas.co\/pages\/studio-policies\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead Studio Policies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3362\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arimas.co\/pages\/about\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead more about the instructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arimas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45139412779208,"sku":null,"price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2169\/3237\/files\/Silver_Stacking_Rings_Workshop.jpg?v=1783821249","url":"https:\/\/arimas.co\/products\/silver-stacking-rings-arimas-metal-lab-workshop","provider":"Arimas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}