We wanted to create a supportive and creative community for those that don't want to work from a private home studio.

Think of our bench mate space as a co-working space for jewelers. We provide the basics and you get to just come in and create without stressing about building out your own studio. You also get a built in community of other jewelers which doesn't always happen with a home studio.

As a Meltdown studio Bench Mate, here's what you get:

• 24-hour access with secure access code

• creative community

• discounts on classes

• information about shows and events

• opportunities to network and expand

• a safe and secure area to keep your work and additional equipment

• friends and fun social events

• support (advice, help with social media, photos, promotion, etc.)

Bench Mates commit to a bench on a month to month basis with a three month commitment upfront.

A bench in Santa Fe is $200 per month and a bench in Albuquerque is $135 per month. Applicants must fill out application to be considered.