We are now offering BOTH online and in person jewelry making classes!
Ninety Twenty Workshop offers a craft education through jewelry making and metalsmithing, to a diverse range of students at many skill levels. Learning through hands-on making, students are provided with tools and materials, varied subject matter, and highly skilled instruction for personal and professional growth and in the field.
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Ninety Twenty Workshop
These classes are taught by Christine Clark, former Department Head and Professor of Metals at Oregon College of Art and Craft, where she taught for over 30 years. COVID-19 (and the closure of OCAC in 2019) inspired her to make short format classes online. She’s launched a “no fire” series for beginners to familiarize students with the characteristics of non-ferrous metals. There are a lot more classes in store, including the “fire” series, which will get into more advanced processes of jewelry and metalsmithing. The first class is FREE - sign up and check it out.
In-Person Workshops & Classes
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Educators:
Our excellent team of instructors include Arielle Brackett, Tayja Danger, Winona Hwang, Colin Kippen, and Christine Clark
Loops, Hoops and Bloops: Simple Statement Earrings
Learn basic metalsmithing techniques such as how to cut, form, solder, and texture your custom statement earrings made from copper, brass, or sterling silver. Make a simple pair of forged silver hoops, and your own ear-wires in this 3-hour workshop Leave with at least 1or 2 pair of hand-made custom earrings. Instructor: Winona Hwang
Saturday
October 5, 10AM-1PM
Earrings by Winona Hwang
Chasing and Repousse
Explore the world of chasing and repousse in metalsmithing and jewelry making. This ancient process involves pushing metal from the front and back to create detailed hollow forms using your own steel tools made in class. Learn to anneal, use the hydraulic press, work with pitch, silver solder, and other metalsmithing processes. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
6 weeks, Thursdays
October 17 - December 5, 6-9PM
Chased and Repousse Teapot by Arielle Brackett
Glass on Metal: Enameling Fundamentals
Learn to apply vitreous enamel to copper forms. With a rainbow of enamel colors, make an elegant brooch. Cut shapes from copper using a jeweler’s saw and apply powdered enamels. The result is a treasure uniquely your own for wearing or giving as gifts! Instructor: Tayja Danger
Saturday
October 19, 9AM-5PM
Neckpiece by Tayja Danger
Basic Bezel Stone Setting
Discover the joy of stonesetting as a starting point for making jewelry. This beginner-friendly class will walk you through using a jeweler’s saw, silver soldering, bezel setting cabochons and faceted stone tube setting. Tools and materials included, no experience necessary. Instructor: Tayja Danger
6 Weeks, Mondays
October 21 - December 9, 6-9PM
Ring by Tayja Danger
Beginning Metalsmithing 1
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry and metalsmithing in this fun class. Create rings, pendants, earrings and so much more as you build your designing and making skills in metals like copper, brass and sterling silver. Instructor: Tayja Danger
6 Weeks, Tuesdays
October 22 - December 10, 6-9PM
Beginning Metalsmithing 1
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry and metalsmithing in this fun class. Create rings, pendants, earrings and so much more as you build your designing and making skills in metals like copper, brass and sterling silver. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
6 Weeks, Wednesdays
October 23 - December 4, 1;30-4:30PM
Earrings by Arielle Brackett
Beginning Metalsmithing 1
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry and metalsmithing in this fun class. Create rings, pendants, earrings and so much more as you build your designing and making skills in metals like copper, brass and sterling silver. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
6 Weeks, Wednesdays
October 23 - December 4, 6-9PM
Brooch by Arielle Brackett
Bangle Bracelets
Explore making bangle bracelets in this four-hour class. Learn to forge thick wire to create dynamic one-of-a-kind bangles. Create abstract patterns that are soldered and flattened, and learn cleaning and finishing techniques to complete your bracelets. Option of working with sterling silver is available. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
Saturday
October 26, 10AM-2PM
Bangle bracelets by Arielle Brackett
Flush Setting Fundamentals
Learn the basics of flush setting round stones in a flat sheet of metal. Practice precise stone layout, drilling, burring, and setting along with the creation of your own needle burnishing tool for future setting projects. If time permits, this setting sample can be turned into a simple pendant. Prerequisite: Basic jewelry making experience required. Instructor: Colin Kippen
2 Classes, Saturdays
November 2, 9, 10AM-1PM
Rings by Colin Kippen
Raise It!
It’s really a thing! Take a flat sheet of metal and raise it into a small serving bowl. Work with a copper disc and using stakes and hammers, learn to anneal, raise, and solder your vessel in three classes.
Fridays
November 8, 15, & 22
9AM - 12pm
Bowl by Colin Kippen
Simple Stacking Rings
Design and fabricate your very own rings in copper, brass, or sterling silver! Learn to measure your ring size, cut, form, solder, and texture your custom stacking rings! This quick 3-hour class will give you a simple introduction into the world of metalsmithing. Instructor: Winona Hwang
Saturday
November 16, 10AM-1PM
Coin Ring!
Create a ring from a quarter or an old silver coin! In this 2 session class, cut, fold, shape, and size your ring while preserving the details of the coin on the inside and outside. Learn the secret of making seamless coin rings with almost any coin. Bring your own special coins or use one of ours. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
Fridays
December 6, 13, 6-9PM
Coin rings by Arielle Brackett
Pop Out Holiday Ornaments
Get creative with a metal pop-out ornament! Work with brass or copper sheet metal, pierce with the jeweler’s saw, and pop out parts for a 3-D effect. Work with patterns provided or create your own. The perfect gift, make your own ornaments for your special people. Learn a basic jewelry making technique as you make stunning ornaments for your tree. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
Wednesdays
December 11, 18, 6-9PM
Cuttlebone Casting
Cuttlebone casting is magic! Discover the secret of casting molten metal into cuttlebone that you’ve carved yourself. In this one-day workshop, explore this fun jewelry technique in two sessions. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
Thursdays
December 12, 19, 6-9PM
Bracelet by Arielle Bracket
Simple Stacking Rings
Design and fabricate your very own rings in copper, brass, or sterling silver! Learn to measure your ring size, cut, form, solder, and texture your custom stacking rings! This quick 3-hour class will give you a simple introduction into the world of metalsmithing. Instructor: Winona Hwang
Saturday
December 14, 10AM-1PM
Post-Class Studio Access
Have you completed a class at Ninety Twenty Workshop and would like access to the studio? This opportunity allows you to work during open studio hours. Pay for 1, 2, or 3 hours each time you visit. You must be a former Ninety Twenty Workshop student to qualify.
DISCOUNTED Post-Class Studio Access
If you have taken at least three classes with us, you are eligible for this great discount. Click to register and see the details!
Detail of Neckpiece by Tayja Danger
Private Classes
Want a private class for yourself, with one other person, or a group? We can accommodate from one to seven students. Let’s discuss what you want to learn and how long the class should be, at most any skill level. Get in touch and we’ll talk!
Gift Certificate
Give the gift of a class or workshop to someone special. Simply choose a class you think they’d like and note the number of weeks or hours. If your recipient wants to choose or make a change, contact Christine. See detailed description as you register.
We Won!
Ninety Twenty Workshop won Best of 2023 Portland Art School! Please help up celebrate by signing up for classes! Thank you to those who nominated us, we are grateful!
Refund Policy:
Full refund if class cancellation is 7 days before the class begins; 50% refund 5 days before the class begins; no refund 4 days before the class begins.
Studio Access Policy:
Students have access to the studio to work outside of class time if they are currently enrolled in a class. This benefit ends when the class is over. Students enrolled in one day classes are not eligible. However, Post-Class Studio Access is available. This opportunity allows you to work during open studio hours. Pay for 1, 2, or 3 hours each time you visit. You must be a former Ninety Twenty Workshop student to qualify. Click here to register
COVID protocol
Some of our instructors and students are still wearing masks. We have masks available for those who choose to wear them. However, it is left up to the individual if they’d like to wear a mask or not. Masks are not required.