Fundamentals of Jewelry Making I: Essential Skills

Monday, June 2nd to Friday, June 6th, 2025 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dates: Monday, June 2 - Friday, June 6 (5 meetings)

Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Elizabeth Arnold JM '18

Sawing, filing, measuring, drilling, and basic forming are essential skills in almost every jewelry project. Learning to get the most out of your mental energy, hands, tools, time, and materials is dependent on your understanding of how each component contributes to a project. Develop your skills and see marked improvement with each project by learning to analyze, problem-solve, and make corrections to your work. An introduction to torch soldering is also included.

Tools & Supplies: All tools and supplies are provided for this class. 

Attire: This is a general list of how to dress for the shop environment, please contact ce@nbss.edu if you have any questions. 

  • Closed-toe, comfortable, and protective footwear (sneakers or boots)
  • No loose clothing
  • Long pants suggested
  • No loose jewelry
  • Long hair must be tied back

Prerequisite: None

North Bennet Street School

150 North Street
Boston, MA 02109 Get Directions Room: CE Jewelry