Beginner Jewelry Making Workshop | May 30, 2026
In this 4 hour beginner silversmithing workshop in Durango, Colorado, you will learn foundational jewelry making skills while creating a stone and sterling silver pendant from start to finish.
If you are looking for unique things to do in Durango, Colorado or a creative experience in the Four Corners area, this hands on jewelry making workshop offers a meaningful way to spend your day.
This class is designed for complete beginners as well as those who want to reconnect with making. You will be guided step by step in a small, supportive setting.
What You’ll Learn
• How to use a jeweler’s saw to cut shapes from sheet metal
• Beginner soldering techniques using a torch
• How to form and solder jump rings, solder all pieces together and finish
• Creating silver ball accents with heat
• Stamping and texturing for unique surface design
• Sanding and polishing for a clean, finished piece
What You’ll Make
One sterling silver and stone pendant.
You’ll have the option to:
• choose the stone that speaks to you from a selection of cabochons including turquoise, jasper, agate, and more.
• Add stamped texture or pattern
Workshop Details
Location: Durango, Colorado | Suite 206, Main Ave Mall
Duration: 4 hours | 9–1 PM
Skill Level: Beginner friendly silversmithing class
Class Size: Limited to 6 participants for a more personal experience
Cost: $200 per person
What’s Included
- Sterling silver materials for one pendant.
- A stainless steel chain (sterling silver upgrade available)
- Use of all tools and equipment
- Guided instruction throughout the entire workshop
Why This Class Exists
There is something powerful about working with your hands. Slowing down. Paying attention. Letting something take shape without forcing it.
This beginner jewelry making workshop in Durango is an invitation to step away from the noise and create something real, something you can wear, something you made yourself.
Important Notes
• Please wear closed toe shoes
• Long hair should be tied back
• Come ready to learn and get your hands a little dirty
Reserve Your Spot
Spots are limited and tend to fill quickly.
If you’ve been searching for a silversmithing class in Durango, Colorado or a creative workshop in the Four Corners region, this is a beautiful place to begin.
