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, Greg Wilbur, and Christine Clark

Basic Bezel Stone Setting

Discover the joy of stone setting 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
November 3 - December 15, 6-9PM
Rings by Tayja Danger
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Beginning Metalsmithing 2

Continue the work! With skills you learned in Beginning Metalsmithing I, add to your jewelry making repertoire with basic stone setting, texture through etching and roll printing, specific finishing techniques and more fabrication processes. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
6 Weeks, Mondays
November 1 - December 15, 6-9PM
Lockets by Teri Kutz
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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 15, 10AM-1PM
Student rings from this class
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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
November 22, 10AM-1PM
Earrings by Winona Hwang
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Decorative Stacking Rings

You've taken Simple Stacking Rings before. You loved it and want more. Here's the class for you! Jump into creating decorative stacking rings using twisted wire of different metals, set a small gemstone, learn new texturing techniques. These make great holiday gifts too so get ring sizes from your people! Prerequisite - Simple Stacking Rings. Instructor: Winona Hwang
2 Classes, Saturdays
Dec. 6 & 13, 10AM-1PM
Rings by Winona Hwang
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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 10 & 17, 6-9PM
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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, Mondays
January 5 - February 9, 6-9PM
Locket by Arielle Brackett
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Reticulation - Surface Treatment

Add beautiful, unusual, and organic textures to jewelry using the process of reticulation! Make your textured pieces into a simple pendant, a cuff bracelet, or earrings, as you learn silver soldering to complete your jewelry. No experience necessary. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
2 classes, Wednesdays
January 7 & 14, 6-9PM
Reticulated Jewelry by Arielle Brackett
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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
January 7 - February 11, 1:30-4:30PM
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Working With Wax for Lost Wax Casting

Taken our casting class in the past? Anticipating our upcoming casting classes and want to get a head start? This three-session class will allow you to create waxes ready for our More Casting class enabling you to focus on the actual casting processes. Wax work only, no casting in this class. Prerequisite: Lost Wax Casting 1. Studio B. Instructor: Winona Hwang
3 classes, Thursdays
January 8 - 22, 6-9PM
Wax ring by Winona Hwang
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Playful Pins

Let’s get down to some playful business! Create fun pins from copper, brass or sterling silver for your jean jacket, back pack or lapel, in this two-session workshop. No experience necessary. Instructor: Winona Hwang
Fridays, January 16 & 23, 6-9PM
Pins by Winona Hwang
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Fidget Rings

Calm your nerves in a simple way, with a fidget ring in this two-class workshop! learn to make a fidget ring and choose from different styles. Work in brass and copper, and/or sterling silver. Leave this fun workshop with a completely custom fidget ring for yourself or a gift for your special person. Distract yourself and be relaxed! Instructor: Winona Hwang
2 classes, Saturdays
January 14 & 28, 9AM-4PM
Fidget Rings by Winona Hwang
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Constructed Pill Containers

In this 2-session workshop, create small pill containers that really hold pills secure! Make this small container with a tight pressure fitted lid and a bail for a chain. Voila! You’ll have created a cute and wearable pill container. No experience necessary. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
2 classes, Thursdays
February 5 & 12, 6-9PM
Pill Container by Arielle Brackett
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Beginning Metalsmithing 3

Designed to elevate your skills and craftsmanship, delve into advanced techniques including more complex soldering, irregular stone setting, and hollow-form construction. Explore the hydraulic press to create hollow and shell forms in metal. Extend your metalsmithing skills and create stunning metal artwork and jewelry. Prerequisite: Beginning Metals 1 or equivalent Instructor: Arielle Brackett
6 weeks, Mondays
February 16 - March 30, 6-9PM
Boxes by Arielle Brackett
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Signet or Saddle Ring

Want to make a fabricated statement ring? Learn how to create your own hollow form ring through the classical techniques of the saddle or signet ring processes. Practice this unique statement ring in this fun 4 session class. Prerequisite: Metals 1 or equivalent. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
4 classes, Wednesdays
February 18-March 11, 1:30-4:30PM
Rings by Arielle Brackett
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Viking and Woven Chains

Discover the magic of creating both the Viking and woven chains. In this two-class workshop, learn to weave copper or brass wire to create complex looking but simple-to-make bracelets or necklaces. Weaving can be done at home so take your time between classes! Sterling silver not included but can be purchased in class if desired. Instructor: Tayja Danger
2 classes, Thursdays
February 19 & 26, 6-9PM
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Glass on Metal: Enameling Fundamentals

Learn to apply vitreous enamel to copper forms. With a rainbow of enamel colors, make simple wearble jewelry. Cut shapes from copper using a jeweler’s saw, apply powdered enamels, and fire it!. The result is a treasure uniquely your own for wearing or giving as gifts! Instructor: Tayja Danger
Saturdays
February 21 & 28, 9AM-1PM
Neckpiece by Tayja Danger
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Lost Wax Casting 1

Experience the ancient art of lost wax casting! Learn the fundamentals of turning wax into metal elements, perfect for jewelry. Experience wax carving and sculpting techniques and turn your creations into bronze or sterling silver. Demystify lost wax casting and empower you to create unique metal jewelry! Join us and start your journey into this fascinating craft. Instructor: Winona Hwang
6 Weeks, Tuesdays
February 24- April 7, 6-9PM
Cast rings by Winona Hwang
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Capturing Ephemera: Cold Connections with Metal

We seem to collect little sentimental scraps of this and that. Let’s take that ephemera and frame it in metal! Learn basic riveting and other cold connections to create a wearable item. Instructor: Tayja Danger
3 classes, Thursdays
March 6,12,19, 6-9PM
Brooch by Benet Bruntlett (work from this class)
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More Casting!

For students who have previous experience in lost wax casting, continue the work! This class is designed to give you more time to cast. Come to class with waxes ready to go (see Working with Wax class, offered January 8). Three classes with time between to attend open studio. Keep casting! Prerequisite: Casting 1 or equivalent. Instructor: Winona Hwang
3 classes, Fridays
March 6, 13, 20, 6-9PM
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Cuttlebone Casting

Cuttlebone casting is magic! Discover the secret of casting molten metal into cuttlebone that you’ve carved yourself. In this 2-class workshop, explore this fun jewelry technique. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
2 classes, Wednesdays
March 11& 18, 6-9PM
Neckpiece by Arielle Bracket
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Keeping Tabs

Tab setting! Learn the basics of regular and inverted tab stone settings to create a simple piece of jewelry. Jump in and design your piece, pierce it out, add design elements, finish and set your stone all in four hours! Bring your own flat-backed cabochon stones or use the ones provided in class. Get your cabochons ready and let’s get tabbing. No experience necessary. Instructor: Winona Hwang
4 hours, Saturday
March 14, 10AM-2PM
Tab settings by Winona Hwang
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River Rock and Sea Glass Creations

Have you ever picked up a particular river rock or sea glass to remember a special memory? Learn to prepare sea glass or rock by using diamond bits to drill a hole. Learn to rivet, and forge, different components, assemble, and create your very own neckpiece. Make your way toward creating your own pieces of jewelry from those unique found rocks and sea glass. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
Wednesday
March 18, 1:30 - 4:30PM
Neck pieces by Arielle Brackett
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Forged Cuff Bracelets

Have you ever wondered how to create a forged bracelet? You can make one yourself in this 4-hour workshop. Processes include measuring, folding, annealing, hammering on an anvil, and surface finishing. You will leave with at least one cuff bracelet and possibly more! No experience necessary. Instructor: Arielle Brackett
4 hours, Wednesday
April 1, 12:30 - 4:30PM
Forged Bracelets by Arielle Brackett
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Innovative Chain Making

In this three-session class, make a splash with stunning statement chain bracelets or a neckpiece made completely by hand! Work with silver, copper and brass wire to form loops and links, combined in infinite ways for fun metal chains. Soldering, hammering, and wire bending will help to make interesting shapes and patterns. Instructor: Tayja Danger
Thursdays
April 9, 16, 23, 6-9PM
Chains by Tayja Danger
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Lost Wax Casting 2

For students who have previous experience in casting, continue the work! Learn to make multiples through rubber mold making and learn to tree multiple waxes in one flask. Keep casting! Instructor: Tayja Danger
6 Weeks, Tuesdays
April 14 - May 19, 6-9PM
Cast work by students enrolled in this class
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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.
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DISCOUNTED Post-Class Studio Access

If you have taken at least **three** classes with us, one of which was a 6 week class, you are eligible for this great discount. Click to register and see the details!
Detail of Neckpiece by Tayja Danger
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Private Classes

Want a private class for yourself, with one other person, or a group? We can accommodate from one to eight students. If you have an even bigger group, we’ll talk about it. 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!
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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.
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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. Last minute cancellations or no-shows will not be refunded or rescheduled. No refunds, exchanges, or rescheduling for any reason, including illness or emergencies. If you are sick, please stay home and get well! If you miss a class that has multiple sessions, the teacher will make every effort to catch you up, within reason.

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.

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