Rings and Things: An Introduction to Soldering in Copper & Silver - November 1, 2025 (Afternoon)
November 1, 2025
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Rings and Things: An Introduction to Soldering in Copper & Silver
Ignite your creativity and transform raw metal into wearable art! Have you ever dreamed of crafting your own stunning silver rings or designing a unique pair of earrings from scratch? Join us for "Rings and Things," a hands-on workshop where you will learn the ancient and mesmerizing art of joining metal with fire.
Nestled in the beautiful and inspiring setting of the Avon Hills Folk School, this workshop is your perfect gateway into the world of metalsmithing. Our focus is on mastering the foundational skill of soldering. You will learn how to safely use a torch to create strong, seamless, and elegant connections, first by practicing with forgiving copper and then moving on to create your final pieces in sterling silver.
This class is designed for absolute beginners—no prior experience is necessary! All you need is a curious spirit and a desire to create with your hands.
Come for the craft, stay for the community. The Avon Hills Folk School offers a serene and welcoming atmosphere where you can learn a new skill, connect with fellow makers, and leave with not only gorgeous handmade jewelry but also the confidence to continue your metalsmithing journey.
Reserve your spot at the workbench and let's make something beautiful together!
For your safety, please come to class ready to work with closed-toed shoes and hair tied back. Also, avoid wearing any loose-fitting clothing.
Tuition: $65
Materials: $20
This course is for students 16+
Your Instructor
SHANE MAHON
(he/him)
In college, Shane began taking hands-on courses. He discovered a passion for making. It changed his life. He loves it. He wants others to also.
Motivated by this, he creates and provides hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) learning experiences. By doing this, he harnesses the teaching power of direct experience.
His making skills are plentiful. He’s done many forms of metal work. Primarily, he studied silversmithing and fabrication. For several years he taught at the Reno Gem and Mineral Society.
As an artist, he focuses on found object sculpture, interactive art and automata.