Workshops

Starting the end of May we will be offering drop ins again here at the Mountain Gems Studio.

Wednesday, Sept 3

Thursday, Sept 10

Wednesday, Set 16

Thursday, Sept 24

Wednesday, Sept 30

Open studio time will be 12- 5pm

1 Hour for $15

3 hours for $35

5 Hours for $55

All the shop tools will be available for rental use or you are welcome to bring in your own tool kit to work with. Note: Metals and solder will not be provided for use.

This rental space is available for anyone that has taken one of our Beginner Silversmithing Class or something similar. Must be comfortable with the torch and tools. The drop ins will be supervised but are not a teaching opportunity.

Call us to reserve your spot today!

Drop In Supervisor: Laurie Emerslund / Kelly Allanson / Wendy Davey

This is the perfect class for those that can't commit to an 8 week class but want to learn everything. During these 2 full days, students focus on fabricating a Bezel Set Sterling Silver Ring. Everyone will get a good understanding for torch use and other key fabrication techniques when it comes to Silversmithing. Through the two days, students will learn easy hammer texturing, bezel setting for a cabochon, forming, filing and polishing.

Saturday & Sunday, 10:30-4:30pm 

$245 + GST for the course

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for weekend Silversmithing for use in the workshops.

Students will be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Once you have taken one of our beginner Silversmithing workshops you are able to sign up for any of the intermediate classes.

Instructor: Kelly Allanson / Laurie Emerslund

This 8 week course is the perfect way to learn the main skills when it comes to jewelry making. Students will make a minimum of 3 projects while covering a variety of different techniques like soldering, filing, polishing, design, metal fabricating and stone setting.
This class is perfect for the beginner and caters to small class sizes with lots of one on one instruction. Please call 604-298-5883 for more info or to sign up for one of our classes. It is generally on Thursday evenings from 6:15-9:15pm at our in store studio.

Thursday Evenings, 6:15pm- 9:15pm
$295 + GST for the course

Students will be required to purchase a tool kit for the class ($135) and any materials used for individual projects done during the workshop

Tool Kit includes:
• 4" Sawframe
• 6" 1/2 round file (2 Cut)
• File Handle
• 1/2 Round (4 Cut) needle flie
• 1 dozen sawblades 2/0
• AA tweezers
• Emery Strips (240, 280, 400 grit)
• Burnisher
• Fine Tip Sharpie Pen
• Ruler

Once you have taken one of our beginner silversmithing workshops you are able to sign up for any of the intermediate classes.

Instructor: Kelly Allanson

Have you ever wanted to adorn yourself with some of Autumn's richly colored leaves? If so, this is the workshop for you!

In this class, we will create beautiful, fall-inspired jewelry using copper sheet. You will learn basic skills such as hammering, filing, and annealing as you make fold-formed leaves in a variety of shapes and
sizes. The leaves can also be adorned with cabochons for an extra special touch. Your finished pieces can be made into earrings, strung on a cord or chain, or crafted into a necklace using some of the many gorgeous beads available in the shop.

Join us for a day of fun and creativity, and make the perfect jewelry to wear when you sip your first pumpkin spice latte of the season!

Sunday, 10:30-4:30pm 

$145 + GST for the course

plus materials for the project

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for weekend Silversmithing for use in the workshops.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Instructor: Laurie Emerslund

If you love earrings, this workshop is for you! "All about the Hoops" is designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced makers.

Join us for for a day dedicated to creating various types of hoops earrings. You will learn how different wires shape and textures can transform a standard hoop into something unique, creating that "wow factor" for your jewelry.

Students will create a minimum of 3 pairs of earrings using sterling silver, copper, bronze, or brass wire. All designs will be finished with sterling silver posts.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Saturday, 10:30-4:30pm 

$145 + GST for the course

The studio supplies tool kits for weekend Silversmithing for use in the workshops.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Instructor: Wendy Davey

LEVEL 1- $180 / 3 Nights

Professional Jewellery Sketching & Rendering Basics

Sept 9- Oct 2, 6:30- 8:30 (3 Evenings $180 plus gst)

Night 1: Intro to Profile Rendering: through designing an emblem or icon (which can become a
pendant/brooch/earring), learn and practice how various profiles and shapes (of different textures and
finishes) appear under certain light source, starting from pencil effects and progress to grey paper
rendering.

Night 2: Intro to Rendering Textures: Learn and practice to mimic various finishes, textures and profiles appear under certain light sources. starting from pencil effects and progress to grey paper rendering.

Night 3: Integration of the Sketching & Rendering Techniques: to design a piece of jewellery and produce professional level sketches of renderings- Students can draw something the previously designed.

LEVEL 2- $180/ 3 Nights

Professional Jewellery Sketching & Rendering Basics

Oct 9- 23, 6:30- 8:30 (3 Evenings $180 plus gst)

Night 1: Intro into Perspective Basics: through drawing using a cube reference framework, sketches can be done accurately and quickly regarding to proportion and perspective.

Night 2: Wireframe Method: learn and practice to use this approach to sketch more complicated designs of jewelleries with accurate proportions and perspective.

Night 3: Integration of the Perspective Basics with shading: apply pecil shading to a design (of a piece of jewellery) in perspective.

Students will need to bring in:

DRAWING SUPPLIES:

(NOTE: Students will receive a more in depth material list when they sign up)

Paper / Sketch Book:

• 8.5” x 11” Regular Bond Paper (photocopy grade) to sketch onto

• Paper Folder or Clear Holder to keep sketches

• Optional: Sketch Book, Drawing Pad etc - any size

2B Pencil

Regular Eraser

Kneadable Eraser

White Charcoal Pencil ( General #558)

Dark Grey Pastel Pencil (Conte a Paris Pastel 042 (#1355) or Faber Castel PITT White Jelly Roller Gel Pen

Black Felt Pen

Fridays, 6:30pm-8:30pm

$180 + GST for 3 Evenings

Instructor: YC Chan

Capture the golden and coppery hues of autumn in earrings and bracelets that go beautifully with all your favourite fall outfits!

These projects require no soldering, so if you would like to make cool metal jewellery without using a torch, this is the perfect class for you! In this workshop, we will be using various methods of texturing, such as hammering, using texturing bits and the rolling mill to create surface interest on copper and brass. The textured metal will then be cut into desired shapes, formed on dapping blocks for additional interest and assembled into finished pieces using ear hooks and jump rings that will you will learn to make in this class. A selection of beads will also be available to use as accents to make your designs truly unique.

This workshop is a great way for beginners to learn skills and gain confidence in the workshop using less
expensive materials. If you've ever wanted to give jewellery making a try, this is a great place to start!

Sunday, 10:30-4:30pm 

$145 + GST for the course

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for weekend Silversmithing for use in the workshops.

Students will be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Once you have taken one of our beginner Silversmithing workshops you are able to sign up for any of the intermediate classes.

Instructor: Laurie Emerslund

Craft it once, wear it forever!

Students will learn how to make a classic link bracelet over 4 evenings, using sterling silver, copper or brass wires. You can even do a combination of any of the wires to create a fun & playful bracelet.

Throughout this course you will learn how to bend and shape your chosen wire into uniform links, to create a classic chain bracelet. Learn to play with your link shapes and sizes to create unique patterns in your soldered chain. Once the chain is soldered, the instructor will show you how to clean up and polish your lovely creation bringing it to the next level.

The fundamentals for building and growing your soldering and finishing skills is done in an easy, repetitive manner that leaves you wondering where the time has gone!

Sign up today for a fun session of creativity and learning! Please call 604-298-5883 for more info or to sign up for one of our classes.

Fridays, 6:15-9:19pm

INTERMEDIATE CLASS- must have take one of our beginner silversmithing classes or an equivalent

$150 + GST

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for use during all of the weekend Silversmithing classes.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Once you have taken one of our beginner Silversmithing workshops you are able to sign up for any of the intermediate classes.

Instructor: Wendy Davey

Come and spend a day learning how to cast on a budget. Create professional looking jewelry using basic items found around the house. Your instructor will show you how to cast using cuttlefish bone, sand, broom straw and other mediums. Lots of fun and time to play with all the different techniques! Go home feeling comfortable and confident around torches and molten metal. Students will also have the chance to complete a number of finished pieces of jewellery with their newly cast objects.

Saturday, 10:30-4:30pm
Cost: $145 + GST

Bring your scrap silver or purchase casting grain in store for your castings.

Instructor: Kelly Allanson

What would you like to manifest in your life—love, healing, peace, abundance, or something uniquely your own?

In this inspiring workshop, you'll create hand-stamped metal beads that serve as beautiful, wearable reminders of your personal intentions. Every time you wear or hold your finished piece, you'll be reminded of what you are inviting into your life.

Along the way, you'll learn foundational metalsmithing techniques, including filing, annealing, and metal stamping—skills you can build on in future jewelry projects. We'll be working with copper sheet, with an optional upgrade to sterling silver for those who would like a premium finish.

To make your creation even more meaningful, you can add gemstones that correspond with your chosen intention, creating a truly one-of-a-kind piece. Once completed, your beads can be worn on a chain, combined with gemstone beads (browse the shop's beautiful selection!), or simply carried in your pocket as a personal touchstone.

These intention beads also make heartfelt, meaningful gifts for the special people in your life.

This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, especially beginners. Come with an open mind, a creative spirit, and leave with new skills and a meaningful piece you'll treasure.

Sign up today for a fun session of creativity and learning! Please call 604-298-5883 for more info or to sign up for one of our classes.

Sunday, 10:30-4:30pm

$145 + GST

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for use during all of the weekend Silversmithing classes.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Instructor: Laurie Edmerslund

A little creativity, a little intention, and a whole lot of beautiful things to arrange.

We open the workshop with a short breathing exercise and a moment of quiet intention setting—a chance to slow down, arrive fully, and decide what
energy you'd like to bring into the piece you're about to create.

From there, we dive into the creative process. We will explore the meanings, energies, Chakra associations, and color combinations of various crystals, rocks, and shells so you can choose the elements that best align with your intention. You will then spend the rest of the class arranging air plants, crystals, stones, and shells in a glass container to build your own crystal garden—a living display piece that is as personal as it is beautiful.

No experience is needed; just bring your curiosity and an eye for the things that catch your attention. Please note that students will be required to purchase the crystals, rocks, and shells used in their individual gardens. This workshop is perfect for crystal and nature lovers, or anyone looking for a reason to slow down and create something meaningful.

Time: Wednesday Evening, 6:15- 8:45pm

Cost: $60

We will have 3 Levels of Garden Kits to choose from

Shop the store and Personalize it with add-ons of your choice.

Instructor: Debbie Chan

Amulets and talismans have been used by humans for thousands of years for protection, prosperity, love, healing and many other purposes. In this workshop, we will explore the world of amulets and talismans, a bit of their history and some of the strange and unusual items and rituals around them!

Different elements such as stones, plants and other materials that can be used and where they can be obtained will be discussed. Based on what you have learned, you will then have the opportunity to make
some personal and meaningful amulets and talismans for yourself, choosing from materials available in
the workshop. We will also cover the importance of cleansing and charging your amulets and talismans
for greater effectiveness.
Come and join us for a most magickal day!

Time: Saturday, 10:30- 4:30pmpm

Cost: $145

Kit Fee:

Instructor: Laurie Emerslund

You've learned the basics and are now looking for the next challenge. Next Level Rings- Prong Set Cabochon Ring will do just that.

Spend the Day with our instructor as she guides students through the fabrication process of prong setting a cabochon or rose cut stone. This class is designed to give students a few more options after learning the basic bezel setting that is covered in the Beginner Silversmithing Class.

Learning how to set stones with corners or are free-form, in this class. But if Round or oval shapes are still your fav, these options are allowed as well. Prong Setting makes for an easy, adaptable setting for any of those more challenging cut stones. The instructor will go over how to choose a suitable wire thickness for the setting how to decide where to place them. Once the setting has be created, students will move onto creating a narrow band or their choice that will then be soldered onto the back of the setting. This class is a great practice in soldering skills and will make any student feel more comfortable handling the torch.

By the end of the day, each student will leave the workshop with a professionally finished ring.

$145 + GST for the course
Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for use during all of the weekend Silversmithing classes.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Once you have taken one of our beginner Silversmithing workshops you are able to sign up for any of the intermediate classes.

Instructor: Kelly Allanson

$450

Maximum of 10 students with only 3 spots left.

(accompanying non painting partner or friend an additional $100) Black Rock Resort SPECIAL 3 NIGHT STAY $684.42 shared or on your own. Presently have 2 special rate rooms reserved plus one private bnb close to the hotel made available by one of our local group members

Sunday Oct. 18 meet in the mid afternoon at Long beach

Mon, 19 – Tue. 20 have 9:30 to 5:00 reserved workshop space at the Uculet Community Centre two blocks from hotel.

Wed. Oct 21 half day on how where and what to photograph for future painting from an artist perspective.

Once hotel booking, and workshop registration payments are completed a supply and material list will be sent out .

For more information please email hallanson42@gmail.com

We are delighted to announce our new Calla Lily Earrings Workshop.

Long admired as a symbol of grace, beauty, and resilience, the calla lily translates beautifully into metalwork. In this hands-on session, you will learn techniques for shaping and forming metal to create these elegant, iconic blooms.

A timeless addition to any jewelry collection, these earrings bring understated sophistication and effortless elegance to any outfit.

Participants may choose to craft their earrings in sterling silver or copper, then complete their designs with delicate pearl accents for a refined finishing touch.

Saturday, 10:30-4:30pm

$145 + GST for the course

Students will NOT be required to purchase a tool kit. The studio supplies tool kits for use during all of the weekend Silversmithing classes.

Students will only be required to purchase any materials used for individual projects during the workshop.

Instructor: Wendy Davey