Jewelry Classes in Chicago, IL

Polymer clay is one of the most exciting new art materials of our time. Available in many beautiful colors, it is a fine plastic modeling compound that can be baked to a permanent medium. There is no need for major outlay on a kiln or expensive tools—just a convection oven and items you have at home. Polymer clay can be used for making jewelry,...

Advance your carving skills through demonstrations and individual instruction. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or all, of the meetings of the course cannot happen in person at 92Y, classes will be held at the schedule time in a virtual format via a video conferencing...

Explore the ancient technique known as Keum-boo to permanently fuse 24 karat gold foil onto fine silver. Keum-boo is a fun and economical way to incorporate gold into your work. Gold can be fused onto your existing finished silver work or to prepare silver for future projects. Supply List 1 Agate Burnisher Knife 1 Agate Burnisher Blade 1 AA Tweezer...

Learn the basics of carving wax for jewelry and carve a three-dimensional heart. Supply List General: One dozen spiral wax saw blades (medium or coarse grade) Dividers (3” length) Steel scribe 10mm degree spring gauge 6” steel millimeter ruler Steel or brass wire brush Two med. felt buffs (1-1/2” dia., knife edge & square edge)...

Create very exclusive jewelry! Design earrings with a combination of various techniques and diverse media. Topics include stringing, leather feather, wire wrapping, wire sewing, etc. Materials used: feathers, leather cord, wire, crystal beads, pearls, semi-precious stones, jewelry findings and more.  Very important and required to bring to class:...

Carolina Iwanow has created the wax addition technique to teach remotely how to design, fabricate and build incredible jewelry without having a jewelry studio. With just a few simple and basic tools you will learn how to make incredible jewelry from wax.  In this 7 class course - Introduction to Wax Addition Technique - Students will...

Learn linking techniques for earrings, bracelets and necklace; how to make jump rings, spacers, charms, and clasps with a particular design, class will also cover how to attach beads with solderless wire. Bring your ideas & imagination.  Bring to class: round nose pliers, chain nose pliers & wire cutters.

Due to COVID-19, we are only running online classes at this moment.  From this class, you will design a cardholder, and be introduced to basic leather making tools. You will learn how to construct a cardholder, and use techniques, such as saddle-stitching, sanding, and edge-painting. Tools are not included. Items needed are listed below: ...

Hammer textured Earrings. In this Virtual class, we will meet via Zoom. You will attend a live demonstration of how to make earrings. You will learn how to make a jump ring, how to forge, how to solder, how to make findings for the earring and finishing. We will have an open forum for questions and answers. Materials and techniques will be discussed...

Embellishing with Swarovski crystals creates a one-of-a-kind piece that, if it's even available in stores, would be outrageous! Now you can learn to do it easily, beautifully & inexpensively! Note: Kits and supplies to be purchased at the center.

Start creating as the possibilities are endless when using resin!  Using molds, premade bezels, and assorted materials, we will make one-of-a-kind resin pendants or key chains that are perfect for gifts or yourself. Jewelry beginners are invited to join, as well as returning jewelry students. Skill  Level: All Levels  In-person...

Learn simple wire wrapping skills that will enable you to create your own unique mask chain and keep your mask close! If you deal with the daily struggle of what to do with your mask when it’s not on your face (what do you mean it’s not on your face?!) you are not alone. Do you let it dangle off one ear? Do you pull it down under your chin (ew,...

This crash course is designed for individuals looking to improve the quality and look of photos for a blog, website or presentation, as well as for any size business looking to quickly and efficiently produce great images of small products such as crafts, apparel and textile, jewelry and flowers, food items, or services and events. It is a hands-on...

Perfect for the novice and inspiring metalsmith. We will explore the field of contemporary jewelry, and how to create unique, one-of-a-kind and/or conceptual pieces. Learn basic fabrication skills such as using a jeweler’s saw, drilling, filing, sanding, polishing, soldering, riveting, basic forming and color on metal techniques.  Classes...