Metalwerx

Metalwerx Metalwerx is a non-profit school and studio for jewelry making and metal arts. Virtual and in-person!

You can’t make good chain maille without a strong foundation! That is why Karen Karon’s next virtual class, “Foundations...
09/03/2026

You can’t make good chain maille without a strong foundation! That is why Karen Karon’s next virtual class, “Foundations in Chain Maille,” is perfect for anyone wanting to learn three essential chain maille weaves. This class meets online (or should we say, "links up!") on Tuesdays from September 8–29. Visit metalwerx.org/class-detail/foundations-chain-maille-part-1 to sign up!

We had a transformative time with Harold O’Connor last week during his Summer with the Masters Class “Reticulation & Gra...
08/28/2026

We had a transformative time with Harold O’Connor last week during his Summer with the Masters Class “Reticulation & Granulation: Surface, Heat & Transformation.” Swipe to see a few photos from the week, including a birthday celebration for Harold!

Join host Kristin Mitsu Shiga for Metalwerx’s *FREE* OG virtual monthly social event! Our August Wear & Share takes plac...
08/24/2026

Join host Kristin Mitsu Shiga for Metalwerx’s *FREE* OG virtual monthly social event! Our August Wear & Share takes place this Wednesday, January 26th at 5:30PM Eastern. Come share what’s on your bench, get answers to your technical questions or just sit back and listen! All are welcome at this fun, laid-back online event.

Visit metalwerx.org/wear-and-share (link in bio) to RSVP for the Zoom link. See you soon!

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Learn basic forming concepts to create beautifully organic forms in this one-day virtual workshop with Taylor Fentz!On T...
08/21/2026

Learn basic forming concepts to create beautifully organic forms in this one-day virtual workshop with Taylor Fentz!

On Thursday, September 3, join other students for the virtual class “Fold-Formed Cuff Bracelets,” where, through the meditative process of fold-forming, they will hammer flat sheet metal into two styles of cuff bracelets. The techniques learned in this workshop can easily be applied to designs for earrings, pendants, and more!

Sign up for this virtual class at metalwerx.org/class-detail/natural-object-casting-1 or check out what other virtual offerings we have this season at metalwerx.org/virtual-courses

Last week, Charles Lewton Brain joined us at Metalwerx for a rare, five-day in-person master class—“Surface Alchemy: Tex...
08/19/2026

Last week, Charles Lewton Brain joined us at Metalwerx for a rare, five-day in-person master class—“Surface Alchemy: Texture, Pattern & Color.” After exploring the rich intersection of surface, texture, and color in contemporary metalwork with Charles, everyone took home amazing new skills to use next time they are at the bench.

We can’t wait to see what the last four Summer Masters have in store for us.

Have you ever looked at a stone or bug or flower you’ve found in the wild and wished it could be a piece of jewelry? Wel...
08/18/2026

Have you ever looked at a stone or bug or flower you’ve found in the wild and wished it could be a piece of jewelry? Well, you are in luck because many natural and found objects can be cast in metal using the lost wax method, capturing incredible detail and preserving the intricate texture!

In April Wood’s three-day workshop, “Natural Object Casting,” on October 4–October 4, students will be guided through the entire lost wax method casting process to produce a number of cast pieces to use in future projects!

Ready to make beautiful natural pieces into jewelry? Visit metalwerx.org/class-detail/natural-object-casting-1 to sign up for April Wood's "Natural Object Casting!"

What a striking class! We hammered it home! Absolutely smashing! However you want to say it, Douglas Pryor absolutely cr...
08/14/2026

What a striking class! We hammered it home! Absolutely smashing! However you want to say it, Douglas Pryor absolutely crushed it last week during his master class, “Exploring High Relief Sculptural Chasing!” We loved spending a full week with Douglas all about the art of chasing, the beautiful fusion of illustration and sculpture (and if you look at the last pictures, you will see that that statement couldn’t be truer).

Thank you so much, Douglas for such an amazing week. We can’t wait until next time you visit Metalwerx!

SEPTEMBER VIRTUAL CLASSES ARE OPEN! Start your fall off right with one of our virtual classes 🍂🍁 Swipe to preview all th...
08/12/2026

SEPTEMBER VIRTUAL CLASSES ARE OPEN!

Start your fall off right with one of our virtual classes 🍂🍁 Swipe to preview all the virtual classes we are offering this September or visit metalwerx.org/virtual-courses to browse and register!

We are so excited to be continuing on the legacy of Florida Society of Goldsmith’s members-only online demos! Our next m...
08/10/2026

We are so excited to be continuing on the legacy of Florida Society of Goldsmith’s members-only online demos! Our next member demo, Developing Colorful Micro-Patterns in Polymer Clay for Jewelry, is with the wonderful Bonnie Bishoff on Saturday, August 22.

If you are interested in the color-filled world of polymer clay and metalsmithing, this demo is perfect for you! Bonnie will be combining techniques traditionally used in other media, such as millefiori canes and her own style of marquetry and patterns.

To participate in this demo, you must be a Metalwerx member. Please ensure you are logged into your account and register for free at metalwerx.org/member-demos if you intend to attend.

Not a Metalwerx member? Members receive vendor discounts, exclusive benefits, and access to demos like this. Learn more about membership metalwerx.org/become-member!

We are so excited to have Charles Lewton-Brain joining us at Metalwerx next week, August 12–16, for his master class “Su...
08/07/2026

We are so excited to have Charles Lewton-Brain joining us at Metalwerx next week, August 12–16, for his master class “Surface Alchemy: Texture, Pattern & Color.” In this rare, five-day in-person master class, Charles will explore the rich intersection of surface, texture, and color in contemporary metalwork. Students will have the unique opportunity to explore how multiple decorative surface techniques can be brought together in a single, immersive experience—offering a broad yet deeply informed approach to transforming metal surfaces.

To learn more about Charles and his master class, visit metalwerx.org/class-detail/decorative-surface-treatments.

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50 Guinan Street
Waltham, MA
02451

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Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

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