Dates: Wednesdays, April 9 - 30 from 5:30pm -8:30 pm   

Fee: $225 / discount with member code

Ages: 15+

Levels: All Levels

Sessions: 4

Instructor: Carol Cimolino

Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio

Explore the fascinating world of lapidary in this inclusive class. Learn the intricate art of cutting and polishing cabochons, regardless of your skill level. Discover the tools, techniques, and principles behind lapidary work, transforming rough stones into exquisite finished pieces. With hands-on guidance, learn the process of shaping and marking gemstones, and uncover the secrets of achieving a beautiful polish.

Students will create their own ready-to-use finished stone.

*Materials are included and students are welcome to bring in their stones!

Dates: Wednesdays, May 7 - 28 from 5:30 pm -8:30 pm   

Fee: $225 / discount with member code

Ages: 15+

Levels: All Levels

Sessions: 4

Instructor: Carol Cimolino

Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio

Explore the fascinating world of lapidary in this inclusive class. Learn the intricate art of cutting and polishing cabochons, regardless of your skill level. Discover the tools, techniques, and principles behind lapidary work, transforming rough stones into exquisite finished pieces. With hands-on guidance, learn the process of shaping and marking gemstones, and uncover the secrets of achieving a beautiful polish.

Students will create their own ready-to-use finished stone.

*Materials are included and students are welcome to bring in their stones!

Date: Saturday and Sunday, May 17 - 18 from 10 am - 2 pm

Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All supplies and tools will be provided.

Dates: Tuesdays, June 3 - June 24 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All tools and supplies provided.

Dates: Wednesdays, June 4 - 25 from 5:30 pm -8:30 pm   

Fee: $225 / discount with member code

Ages: 15+

Levels: All Levels

Sessions: 4

Instructor: Carol Cimolino

Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio

Explore the fascinating world of lapidary in this inclusive class. Learn the intricate art of cutting and polishing cabochons, regardless of your skill level. Discover the tools, techniques, and principles behind lapidary work, transforming rough stones into exquisite finished pieces. With hands-on guidance, learn the process of shaping and marking gemstones, and uncover the secrets of achieving a beautiful polish.

Students will create their own ready-to-use finished stone.

*Materials are included and students are welcome to bring in their stones!

Date: Wednesdays, June 4 - 25 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $185 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

Returning students are welcome!

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

• 24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460

• 20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320

• 14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314

• Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, June 7 - 8 from 10 am - 2 pm

Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All supplies and tools will be provided.

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, June 14 - 15 from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $150 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail; you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, June 21 - 22 from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $200 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.

All materials provided.

Date: Saturday, June 28 from 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fee: $185 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Yu-Ya Su
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

In this class, students will learn how to set 5mm faceted stones into sterling silver tubing. They will master the art of precision drilling with stone setting burrs and utilize stone setting punches to securely hold their stones in place. Additionally, students will create their very own stone pickup tool using broken burrs and beeswax.

This is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills while creating beautiful, custom jewelry!

Students must have previous experience in the silversmithing studio. For more information, please email rchernow@schack.org.

All materials provided.

Dates: Tuesdays, July 8 - July 29 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All tools and supplies provided.

Date: Wednesdays, July 9 - 30 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $185 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

Returning students are welcome!

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

• 24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460

• 20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320

• 14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314

• Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 12 - 13 from 10 am - 2 pm

Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All supplies and tools will be provided.

Date: Saturday, July 19 from 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fee: $185 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Yu-Ya Su
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

In this class, students will learn how to set faceted stones with precision by using stone setting burrs for drilling. They will create their own beading tool to ensure a strong hold around the stone setting. Additionally, students will learn the technique of melting silver to create a backplate that securely holds the faceted stones in place.

Students must have previous experience in the silversmithing studio. For more information, please email rchernow@schack.org.

All materials provided.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 26 - 27 from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $200 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.

All materials provided.

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 2 - 3 from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $150 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail; you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Dates: Tuesdays, August 12 - September 2 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All tools and supplies provided.

Date: Wednesdays, August 13 - September 3 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $185 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

Returning students are welcome!

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

• 24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460

• 20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320

• 14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314

• Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 23 - 24 from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $150 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.

*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.

After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.

Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.

24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030

Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail; you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, August 30 - 31 from 10 am - 2 pm

Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.

Returning students are welcome!

All supplies and tools will be provided.

Date: Saturday, August 30 from 12:00 pm -5:00 pm
Fee: $170 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanagh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio

In this class, students will master the technique of melting borosilicate glass to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind shapes. They'll also learn how to turn these glass pieces into stylish jewelry, using metal jump rings and earring hoops to finish their designs.

By the end of the class, each student will have created a pendant and matching earring set, perfect for personal wear or gifting.

All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 6 - 7 from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $200 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.

All materials provided.