Join us for a fun and creative jewelry workshop where you'll make your very own spinner ring! Spinner rings are not only beautiful—they're also super satisfying to fidget with.
Instructor: Julianne Vickery
Prerequisite: No Experience Needed
Tools & Materials: Provided
Techniques: ring sizing, forming, soldering, filling, sanding, and patina
Food & Drink: We will have Beverages (Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic)
Class Size: 6 People
In this hands-on class, you’ll start by creating the main ring: a wide 1/2" band that you can leave smooth or customize with texture. Once you've personalized your band, you'll cut it to size, shape it into a ring, and solder it closed. Then comes the magic—adding your spinners! You’ll choose two spinner bands and learn how to size them so they spin freely once your main ring is flared.
Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, you’ll leave with a stylish, one-of-a-kind piece and some new metalsmithing skills to match!
Must be at least 14 years old to participate. Please note, tickets are NON REFUNDABLE for any reason. Please be sure you are able to attend the event(s) time and date before purchasing.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR, LOUISE:
I’ve been making jewelry since my 9th birthday party at the Bead Merchant in my hometown, Tulsa, Oklahoma. Years later, I moved to Lawrence to study music, but transitioned to a degree in metalsmithing. The first time I held a torch was the last time I strung beads. After school, I started an apprenticeship at Jewelry by Design in Prairie Village. I specialize in casting, diamond setting, and all things goldsmithing. My favorite part of teaching at Alloy is experiencing the collaborative energy of a metals studio filled with students and the sound of makers at work. I look forward to helping with your journey with metals!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR, JULIANNE:
Growing up in a home where artistic expression was highly valued, I have been making art since childhood. In February 2020, I decided to turn my creative passion into a career as Golden Hours Jewelry. Although I have been primarily self-taught, I carry the common thread of determination and stubbornness that all good metalsmiths have. I am inspired by nature, history and stories. I love to share my creative enthusiasm with others!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR, KELLY:
I’ve always loved making and creating things, and once I found metalsmithing in college, I was hooked. For me it is the perfect combination of creativity and science. I graduated with a BFA in metalsmithing from KU in 2003 and spent 2 years apprenticing as a bench jeweler at Kizer Cummings Jewelry. The combination of school learning and hands-on training in a jewelry store has given me a solid base of skills and knowledge from which I have built my own career in metalsmithing, as MeritMade. I look super forward to having you in class and sharing my love of metalsmithing with you.