{"product_id":"metalsmithing-in-the-mountains-a-flagstaff-jewelry-retreat","title":"Metalsmithing in the Mountains April 8th-11th, 2027: A 4 Day Flagstaff Jewelry Retreat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThursday–Sunday | April 8th-11th,  2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlagstaff, Arizona\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass size: 4–6 people\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour days of jewelry making, creativity, and exploring Northern Arizona.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you always wanted to learn metalsmithing but haven't known where to start? Come spend four days in the mountains of Flagstaff, Arizona, learning how to transform sterling silver and gemstones into jewelry made entirely by you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetalsmithing in the Mountains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an immersive, beginner-friendly jewelry retreat designed for anyone who wants more than a quick introduction to metalsmithing. Over four days, we'll slow down and dive into the foundational techniques used by professional metalsmiths—from sawing and soldering to creating a bezel from scratch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esawing and piercing, stamping, forming, texturing, soldering, bezel making, cabochon stone setting, sand casting, and finishing and polishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while creating several pieces of jewelry along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut we won't spend the entire retreat at the jewelry bench.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of what makes this experience special is getting to make jewelry in Flagstaff. We'll step outside the studio for a couple of short adventures to explore the landscape around us, gather creative inspiration, and enjoy some time in the mountains. Depending on weather and conditions, that might mean a short hike, nature walk, or another local outing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo metalsmithing experience is necessary. You'll arrive with everything you need to begin, spend four days learning and creating alongside a small group of fellow makers, and leave with finished jewelry, new skills, and a foundation you can continue building on long after the retreat ends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the four days, we'll cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSawing and piercing sterling silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoldering with a torch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamping, hammering, and adding texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForming and shaping metal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking bezels for cabochon gemstones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting cabochon stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing sizing and forming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiling, sanding, polishing, and finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to plan a piece of jewelry from start to finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTips for troubleshooting and fixing the little things that inevitably happen at the bench\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand Casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't about everyone making identical projects. We'll use guided projects to learn the techniques, but you'll also have opportunities to make choices about your gemstones, textures, shapes, and designs from start to finish so your jewelry feels really feels like \u003cstrong\u003eyou\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Make\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the four days, you'll work through a series of projects designed to build on one another. We'll start with foundational skills and gradually move into more involved gemstone jewelry as you become comfortable using the tools and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll leave with multiple pieces of handmade sterling silver jewelry—and, more importantly, a much better understanding of \u003cstrong\u003ehow jewelry is actually made\u003c\/strong\u003e and the confidence to keep building your metalsmithing skills after the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGemstones!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, one of the best parts is choosing your stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'll have a selection of cabochons available for you to work with, but you're also encouraged to bring gemstones of your own. If you already have stones you'd love to use, send me photos before the workshop so I can make sure they're a good fit for the techniques we'll be learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour workshop fee includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour full days (20-24 hours) of hands-on metalsmithing instruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse of all studio tools and equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSterling silver for the planned class projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGemstones for the planned class projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolder and other studio consumables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy \u003cstrong\u003eSoldering Tip Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy \u003cstrong\u003eMetal Buying Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy \u003cstrong\u003eStudio Tool Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 months of pro pricing\u003c\/strong\u003e with Rio Grande for jewelry-making supplies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of hands-on help and individualized instruction throughout the workshop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA couple of short Flagstaff outings and creative adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you decide you want to make additional pieces, use more metal, or purchase additional gemstones, those materials will be available for an additional cost. Extra metal will be priced based on current market value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Need to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to arrive with a toolbox! The studio will have the tools and equipment you'll need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease bring:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA notebook or sketchbook if you'd like to take notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny cabochons you might want to work with\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour reading glasses, optivisors, or any magnification you normally use for detailed, close-up work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Workshop For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retreat is designed for \u003cstrong\u003ebeginners and newer metalsmiths\u003c\/strong\u003e who want more than a short introductory class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need any previous metalsmithing experience. We'll start with the fundamentals and build from there throughout the four days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've already taken an introductory jewelry class, this is also a great opportunity to strengthen your soldering, stone setting, fabrication, and finishing skills while getting several consecutive days of bench time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmall Class, Lots of Individual Attention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be a small-group workshop so I can spend time working individually with each student.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour days gives us something that a two- or three-hour class simply can't: \u003cstrong\u003etime to practice.\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll be able to try a technique, ask questions, troubleshoot, try it again, and actually start feeling comfortable with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy goal is for you to leave not only with jewelry you're proud of, but with a much stronger understanding of the process and the confidence to continue making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCome Spend Four Days Making Jewelry in Flagstaff\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the fun of this workshop is getting away for a few days and immersing yourself in something creative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlagstaff is a mountain town surrounded by ponderosa pine forest, trails, and beautiful places to explore. 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Spend your days metalsmithing and your evenings exploring downtown Flagstaff, grabbing dinner, or enjoying some time in the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlagstaff has a wide variety of hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations within a short drive of the studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA list of recommended places to stay at several price points will be provided to registered participants, including options convenient to both the studio and downtown Flagstaff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation is not included in the retreat registration and must be booked separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Flagstaff is a popular mountain destination, I recommend booking your accommodations early once your retreat registration is confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearby Airports \u0026amp; Travel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlagstaff is located in Northern Arizona, approximately two hours north of Phoenix, about 45 minutes from Sedona, and about an hour and a half from the Grand Canyon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the closest airport and is located just a short drive from town. Flight options are more limited, but it is by far the most convenient option if you can find a flight that works for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is approximately 2–2.5 hours from Flagstaff and offers significantly more flight options. 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