​Pre-registration is required for classes & workshops - please register online below or call  508-693-1850.
Minimum age requirement for adult jewelry classes is 14 years old unless otherwise noted.
​*Please see Jewelry Studio Dress Code at bottom of page.*
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:
Please read all class descriptions and be aware of age, skill level and materials requirements in ADVANCE of registering for any classes and workshops. Featherstone does not issue refunds unless we cancel the class due to low enrollment. 

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The Art of Beading with Lucinda Sheldon
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: January 23, 30 / February (no 6), 13, 20, 27 / March 5, 12, (no 19), 26 / April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / May 7, 14, 21, 28 / June 4, 11, (no 18), 25 / July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / August 6, 13 /  / October 8, 15, 22, 29 / November 5, 12, 19, (no 26) / December 3, 10
​Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM  
Location: Jewelry Studio 
Fee: $50 per class, includes materials
Ages 13+ welcome
                
​Come explore Featherstone's extensive bead collection and create your own special necklace, bracelet or earrings. Techniques taught include choosing appropriate stringing materials, finishing techniques, the classic technique of pearl and bead knotting, wire twisting and basic design. Stringing materials and a variety of gemstone and other unique beads are included but students can also bring their own if they wish.

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ART NIGHT! Jewelry: Personalized Holiday Ornament ​with Ivry Russillo
Date: Wednesday, November 20th
Time: 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $50, includes all materials 

Students will cut out a star or pine tree shaped ornament while building their sawing skills with brass or copper metal sheet. You will learn filing, sanding, and finishing and hand stamping techniques to complete a personalized ornament. The studio offers a variety of alphabet stamps as well as decorative to complete a festive handmade keepsake! All levels welcome, ages 16 and older. 

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Silver (Cloisonné) and Copper Enameling Workshops with Lucinda Sheldon (August and September with David Kuchta)
Dates: Saturdays
​Dates: February 10 (copper) // February 24 (cloisonné) // March 23 (cloisonné) // April 6 (copper) // April 27 (cloisonné) // May 4 (cloisonné) // May 18 (copper) Flower Bowl // June 1 (cloisonné) // June 15 (copper) // June 29 (cloisonné) // July 13 (copper) // July 27 (cloisonné) // August 10 (copper) // August 24 (cloisonné) // September 14 (copper) // September 28 (cloisonné) // additional fall dates coming soon!
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $75 for (copper) enameling, ​$80 for 4" (copper) Flower Bowl / $85 for (silver) Cloisonné enameling
Materials included; wooden boxes for copper enamel pieces are an extra ($35).​

Enameling is an ancient art form applying powdered glass to metal and firing it to fusing in a kiln or with a torch. Learn to sift, stencil, stamp and appliqué enamel to create a one of a kind piece.
During a copper class you will have the opportunity to make either an ornament, pendant, tiny bowl or earrings.
Cloisonné involves designing with silver wire using transparent enamels on fine .999 silver. Students are asked to bring a simple line drawing for their design on a 1.25" round silver disk.

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Previous 2024

ART NIGHT! Jewelry: Stamped Cuff Bracelet 
​with Ivry Russillo​
Date: Thursday, February 8th //  Thursday​, October 10th
Time: 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $50, includes all materials

All levels welcome to participate in this hand stamped cuff bracelet workshop. Students will cut a bracelet template in brass or copper and. an array of stamps from floral, leaves, symbols of nature, and other designs are available to create your own design. You will form, file, sand, and polish until completion. A fun entry level class for those interested in jewelry making. Wine and tea will be available, or bring your own! 

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Enameled Flower Bowl Workshop with Lucinda Sheldon 
Date: Saturday, May 18
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: ​$80 for 4" (copper) Flower Bowl 
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Join us Saturday, May 18th for a special one day flower themed workshop coinciding with our annual The Art of Flowers exhibit in the gallery. In this 3 hour workshop, you will design a floral themed enamel design on a 4" copper bowl perfect for jewelry or small knicknacks. Enameling is an ancient art form applying powdered glass to metal and firing it to fusing in a kiln or with a torch. Learn to sift, stencil, stamp and appliqué enamel to create a one of a kind piece.

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Flower Pendant Workshop with Ivry Russillo
Date: Thursday, May 9
Time: 5:00PM - 7:30PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee: $85 includes all materials and sterling silver chain. 

Celebrate The Art of Flowers during our annual exhibit in May and create something special for yourself! Come design your own floral sterling silver pendant during this 2.5 hour workshop with Ivry Russillo. Students will sketch a flower design which will then be transferred onto a 1.25 inch piece of sterling silver sheet. The design will then be hand cut, filed, stamped, shaped, and drilled to become a wearable necklace. 

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Lost Wax Casting with Ivry Russillo 
Days: Thursdays ​
Dates: February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Jewelry Studio
Fee*: $390 (6 classes/18 hours) includes wax materials and wax pen to keep. *Please note: fee does not include casting costs - these additional costs will depend on each student's project (range between $40-$90 per piece for sterling silver & $20-55 per piece for brass or bronze).

Students will explore working with wax on a small sculptural scale to create wearable art. This class will teach you to mold and manipulate wax pieces that will become jewelry through the process of lost wax casting (not done in class - work will be sent away for casting). Group demonstrations, individual help and your creativity will provide you with limitless possibilities to create unique pieces with this fun process. The primary project will be a 2D pendant (up to 3"x3", no stones) hand carved in wax. Techniques include: manipulating wax with melting techniques, filing, drilling, design transfer and free form sculpture. No stone setting, no previous experience necessary.

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​*Dress Code: For safety reasons we ask everyone to comply with the dress code policy for the Jewelry Studio: Closed-toe footwear (no sandals), pants/shorts must go below the knee, long hair must be pulled back from the face and secured. Wear a headband or a hat if your hair can’t be tied back.