Classes, Retreats & Online Training
Beginning Silversmithing
Did you know that Silversmithing is a classic American art form that you can learn in only a weekend? It is and you can! This is a two day ...
Duration: 2 Days
Learn MoreIntermediate Silversmithing Rings & Braclets
In this class you will create an Interchangeable Bracelet with a step bezel-mounted cabochon & a Double Split Band Ring.
Duration: 2 days
Learn More4 Bracelet Retreat with or without tools
In this All-Inclusive Retreat you will have fun as you create at least 4 awesome Bracelets of various styles, new techniques, materials and tools.
Duration: 5 days
Learn MoreHammered Fine Silver Earrings
Learn texturing techniques using a chasing hammer and a 9 face texturing hammer. Go home with 4 pair of earrings of you or great for gifts
Duration: 4 hours
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How to Sell my Jewelry Seminar
Turn your handmade jewelry into steady profits! One transformative day reveals proven secrets for online stores, stunning photos, irresistible copy, and thriving sales. Enroll now!
Duration: 8 hours
Learn MoreBeginning & Intermediate Silversmithing Video Series - Streaming Only
This Jewelry Silversmithing Series - was designed for the novice to learn how to make Rings, Bracelets, Pendants and Earrings using solder silver and other materials like copper and brass.
Duration: 21 hours at your Home on your schedule
Learn MoreAbout your instructor – David Lee Smith
David Lee Smith
With over 23years teaching thousands of students worldwide — from complete beginners to professional jewelers — David Lee Smith has perfected a fast, safe, and fun approach to silversmithing. Founder of SilversmithingClass.com, a pioneer in e-commerce tools (created the world’s first 3D Jewelry & Bead online store), and inventor of tools like the patented Bail Perfect Centering Tool, Spider Hold Down Tool, Lazy Sue SolderN'Board™ and Ergonomic Bezel Setters. Students consistently leave 2-day classes with finished pendants, rings, and bracelets they’re proud to wear or sell. Based on the beautiful Saunders Lake near the beach city of North Bend, Oregon, Dave’s in-person retreats, and online video courses have helped hobbyists launch side businesses and retirees discover a rewarding creative outlet.
What People Are Saying
Tyran Cartledge 9/7/2019
Thank you. I wanted to let you know how thankful I am that I took your Beginning Silversmithing class a few years ago in Broken Arrow, OK. Because of your two-day class I’ve been able to make some pretty cool stuff. It’s overwhelming how much people love it and want to buy pieces from me or even have me make custom pieces for them. I’ve met so many nice lapidaries and silversmiths over the past couple of years. It’s a great community of people. Thank you so much! I can never thank you enough!
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