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South Bay Silversmithing & Lapidary Classes & Supply

 
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Silversmithing and Soldering Classes, Silver, Cabochons, Tools, PMC supplies and much more! 

Our class schedules are below. We are located at 2008 Artesia Blvd. in Redondo Beach. For additional info, call 310 372-3170.

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 METAL & GLASS WORKSHOPS (4-8 students per class)

BASIC SOLDERING 101 - HOW TO GET UNSCARED OF THE TORCH - $55 + $10 sterling silver fee. This class teaches the student the most basic and important aspects of silversmithing. You will further develop your jewelry making skill and confidence while you learn how to safely use the jewelers’ torch by using standard silver soldering techniques in this informative, hands on workshop. Tools: Provided
BEZEL SETTING - $65 + $25 - You will learn how to make a sterling silver bezel and set a stone as you further your jewelry making skill and confidence. You'll use a saw, cut a backplate, make a bail and use bezel wire and ccreate a bezel-set pendant using the Smith Little Torch and standard silver soldering techniques. Tools: Provided
BASIC ENAMELING - $45 + $10 A perfect introduction to the art of enameling, A basic class for the beginner, you’ll learn about metal preparation and fabrication for enameling, kiln properties and methods for firing, properties of enamel, and dry and wet application techniques. Tools: Provided
Basic Metalsmithing Techniques $55 + $10 - Design and create a fantastic pendant with your own texture, dimension and pattern by using hand tools such as the saw, drill, file, dapping block and different hammers. You'll also be using a variety of our power tools like the flex-shaft, buffing wheels, drill press, vise and brake & shear.
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FUSED GLASS Pendant Designs $55 + $15 materials fee. Project: One-of-a-kind pendants! Learn how to make fun, one-of-a-kind fused glass pendants with an assortment of unique dichroic and colorful glass. Different colors will be achieved by varying the thickness and shape of the glass you use. Your jewelry is placed in the kiln, heated to 1,500°, which fuses the glass together. You’ll create finished pieces to be proud of! Tools: Provided
"PMC" Pure Silver Precious Metal Clay $55 + $40 materials fee. PMC 3 - The most profound advancement in precious metal in years. The sky is the limit with this fabulous product. Create one-of-a- kind pure silver beads, pendants, rings, etc. From the most simple design to an intricate pattern, it’s only as limited as your imagination! Both PMC clay and PMC paper classes available. Tools: Provided

dedicated to Silversmithing and Lapidary. Serving the South Bay communities of; Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, El Segundo, Palos Verdes, San Pedro, West Los Angeles, Westchester, Playa Vista, Hawthorne, Lawndale, Gardena, Lomita, Culver City, Venice and Santa Monica