{"product_id":"jewelry-making-classes-saw-piercing","title":"Jewelry Making Classes Saw Piercing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFive hours. One piece of sterling silver. Your hands. — A private silversmithing experience unlike anything else.\u003c\/em\u003e ✨\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere’s a quiet magic that happens in the studio. Sunlight spills across the workbench, catching the silver and gemstones scattered across the surface. The tools are ready, the metal is waiting, and the air is filled with possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere, the day slows down. You focus on the movement of your hands, the gentle rhythm of shaping, filing, and polishing. Each piece is personal — a reflection of your creativity and the care you put into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis summer, Tammy is offering just \u003cstrong\u003efour private silversmithing sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e — one student, one instructor, five hours of hands-on learning. 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You will learn how to transform a piece of sterling silver into a finished jewelry design using traditional jewelry-making techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith one-on-one instruction, you will be guided through the entire process — from choosing your design, to sawing, to polishing and finishing your piece to add to your favourite chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 hours of private studio instruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2” square of sterling silver (20 gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewelry workbook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse of professional tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour finished jewelry piece to take home (chain not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo experience is required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Only \u003cstrong\u003efour private sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e will be available this summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMinimum Age\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eParticipants must be \u003cstrong\u003e16 years or older\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under 18 must attend with a parent or guardian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStudio Etiquette\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a calm, respectful, creative space. Students are expected to follow studio guidelines and treat tools and fellow participants with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any jewelry experience?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot at all. This workshop is designed specifically for beginners. You’ll be guided step by step, with hands-on support throughout the entire process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat will I make during the workshop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou’ll create one sterling silver pendant from start to finish, including a handmade jump ring. Chains are not included, but your pendant will be sized to fit most standard necklaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e✨ Liability Release \u0026amp; Assumption of Risk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy signing up for these classes, the student acknowledges the risk and agrees to items #1 to #4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Acknowledgment of Risk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI acknowledge that jewelry making involves the use of hand tools, sharp blades, metal, drills, and small equipment that require care, attention, and safe handling. 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