Silver Stacking Rings Metalsmithing & Jewelry Class

With Liz Covert

Forge, solder, and shape sterling silver to create your own custom set of stacking rings. This hands-on workshop introduces the fundamental techniques of silversmithing in a fun and accessible way, guiding you through the age-old art of working with metal and flame. You will learn everything from sizing and texturing to soldering with a torch. Take home a beautiful, handcrafted set of rings and the metalsmithing skills to create countless more. Join this supportive beginner-friendly workshop, discover a new creative art, and connect with a community of fellow makers!

What You’ll Make:

  • You will create and take home a set of three sterling silver stacking rings. Each ring can be customized with different textures and finishes, making your set unique and ready to wear.

Skills & Concepts You’ll Learn:

  • Essential studio safety and proper tool handling

  • Properly measuring and sizing a ring

  • Filing and forming silver wire

  • Soldering with a torch to create a seamless join

  • Shaping and rounding rings on a mandrel

  • Applying various textures with hammers and stamps

  • Finishing and polishing techniques for a professional look

Equipment & Tools You’ll Learn:

  • Jeweler’s Files, ring mandrel, soldering torch & set-up, hammers, stamps, and quick polishing equipment.

Class Outline:

  1. Studio Safety & Introduction: Overview of tools, torch safety, and project goals.

  2. Demonstration & Sizing: Instructor demonstrates each step, from measuring to soldering. Students size their rings.

  3. Hands-On Fabrication: Students form, solder, and shape their rings with individual guidance.

  4. Texturing & Finishing: Students apply textures and polish their completed ring set.

  5. Wrap-Up: Review of techniques, care for silver jewelry, and Q&A.

Other Class Details:

  • Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.

  • Class Capacity: 8 maximum, 3 minimum

  • Materials Provided?: Yes

  • Age Limit: 14+. Guardian required if under 18 (info)

  • Partner Ticket Available?: No

  • Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

  • Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: Closed toed shoes, an apron, and tie your long hair back if needed.

About the Teacher

Liz honed her skills while earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts with an emphasis in small metals and sculpture. Inspired by the world around her, she continued her education with a Masters in Cultural Studies. Liz’s extensive experience in metal work includes welding, blacksmithing, and a career in sculpture conservation, including working at the Smithsonian. Her teaching background ranges from first grade art classes to private jewelry lessons and has spanned over a decade.

Liz is the owner and creator behind Covert Metals, a one-woman metalworking studio located in Denver, Colorado that has roots reaching from New York to Texas. Covert Metals emphasizes unique one-of-a-kind design that melds contemporary styling with hand-forged detailing. You can find her work at CovertMetals.com or on Instagram and Facebook @covertmetals.