class schedule
Meltdown Mini-Series: Turquoise Horizon Ring
Make your own turquoise ring in this beginner-friendly Albuquerque jewelry class. Learn silversmithing techniques in a relaxed, hands-on studio setting.
"Make it at Meltdown" Double Turquoise Statement Ring
Design and create your own double turquoise statement ring in this beginner-friendly jewelry making class in Albuquerque. Learn essential silversmithing techniques in a fun, hands-on studio setting.
"Make it at Meltdown" Limited Edition: Gemstone Ring
Design and make your own multi-stone turquoise ring in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A colorful, one of a kind piece you’ll love to wear.
"Make it at Meltdown" Limited Edition: Gemstone Ring
Design and make your own multi-stone turquoise ring in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A colorful, one of a kind piece you’ll love to wear.
Lapidary Open Studio: Guided Session
A focused, small-group lapidary session for returning students to refine skills, work on personal projects, and gain hands-on experience with expert guidance.
Meltdown Mini-series: Turquoise Stacklet
Make your own turquoise stack bracelet in this relaxed Albuquerque jewelry class. A simple, elegant piece perfect for everyday wear or layering.
"Make it at Meltdown" Turquoise Statement Hoops
Fabricate your own sterling silver hoops set with turquoise and finished with texture and stamped details. Bold yet lightweight, these earrings balance classic shape with expressive, handcrafted style.
"Make it at Meltdown" Turquoise Statement Hoops
Fabricate your own sterling silver hoops set with turquoise and finished with texture and stamped details. Bold yet lightweight, these earrings balance classic shape with expressive, handcrafted style.
Meltdown Mini-Series: Turquoise Horizon Ring
Make your own turquoise ring in this beginner-friendly Albuquerque jewelry class. Learn silversmithing techniques in a relaxed, hands-on studio setting.
"Make It at Meltdown" Gemstone Shield Cuff
Design and create a gemstone cuff with color and texture in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A bold, wearable piece made by you.
"Make It at Meltdown" Gemstone Shield Cuff
Design and create a gemstone cuff with color and texture in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A bold, wearable piece made by you.
Lapidary Open Studio: Guided SessioN
A focused, small-group lapidary session for returning students to refine skills, work on personal projects, and gain hands-on experience with expert guidance.
Meltdown Mini-series: Turquoise Stacklet
Make your own turquoise stack bracelet in this relaxed Albuquerque jewelry class. A simple, elegant piece perfect for everyday wear or layering.
"Make it at Meltdown" Reticulated Turquoise Ring
Create a textured silver ring with turquoise in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A bold yet wearable piece for everyday style.
"Make it at Meltdown" Reticulated Turquoise Ring
Create a textured silver ring with turquoise in this hands-on Albuquerque jewelry class. A bold yet wearable piece for everyday style.
"Make It at Meltdown" Ingot Charm Necklace
Melt, shape, and stamp sterling silver into a personal charm necklace with organic texture and meaning. A creative, hands-on class in Albuquerque.
"Make It at Meltdown" Ingot Charm Necklace
Melt, shape, and stamp sterling silver into a personal charm necklace with organic texture and meaning. A creative, hands-on class in Albuquerque.
"Make It at Meltdown" Teardrop Wrap Ring
Create a sculptural Teardrop Wrap Ring in sterling silver while learning essential metalsmithing techniques and setting your choice of vibrant cabochon stones in a bold, modern design.
"Make it at Meltdown" Infinity Latch Bangle
Create a sleek Infinity Latch Bangle in sterling silver with a secure custom clasp and natural gemstone accent in this beginner-friendly metalsmithing class focused on clean, modern design.
Lapidary Open Studio: Guided Session
A focused, small-group lapidary session for returning students to refine skills, work on personal projects, and gain hands-on experience with expert guidance.
"Make it at Meltdown" Blooming Heart Earrings
Make Blooming Heart Earrings in sterling silver with handmade rose details and your choice of pearl, turquoise, or spiny oyster shell in this meaningful, beginner-friendly jewelry class.
"Make it at Meltdown" Blooming Heart Pendant
Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating a handcrafted silver heart pendant with a rose detail and your choice of stone. A meaningful, hands-on experience to cherish and share.
Lapidary Technique Focus: Matched Pairs
Refine your lapidary skills by creating matching cabochon pairs in this hands-on Albuquerque workshop with instructor Jim Hill. Ideal for intermediate students.
"Make it at Meltdown" Double Turquoise Statement Ring
Design and create your own double turquoise statement ring in this beginner-friendly jewelry making class in Albuquerque. Learn essential silversmithing techniques in a fun, hands-on studio setting.
"Meltdown Mini Series" New Mexico Dog Tag
Celebrate summer with our Meltdown Mini-series and create a Stamped Zia Necklace in copper and sterling silver with turquoise while learning foundational metalsmithing techniques in a relaxed, creative setting.
"Make it at Meltdown" South+West Standard CufF
Create a timeless South+West Standard Cuff in sterling silver while learning essential metalsmithing techniques and setting a curated stone for a clean, wearable design.
"Make it at Meltdown" Limited Edition: Tourmaline Wrap Ring
A bold wrap ring, vibrant stones, and a one of a kind piece made by you.
"Make it at Meltdown" Limited Edition: Tourmaline Wrap Ring
A bold wrap ring, vibrant stones, and a one of a kind piece made by you.
Lapidary Open Studio: Guided Session
A focused, small-group lapidary session for returning students to refine skills, work on personal projects, and gain hands-on experience with expert guidance.
Introduction to Lapidary
Turn rough stone into polished cabochons and learn the art of lapidary from start to finish.
"Make it at Meltdown" Mojave Half Moon Earrings
Bold turquoise, sterling silver, and a pair of earrings made by you from start to finish.
Introduction to Lapidary
Turn rough stone into polished cabochons and learn the art of lapidary from start to finish.
"Make it at Meltdown" Mojave Half Moon Earrings
Bold turquoise, sterling silver, and a pair of earrings made by you from start to finish.
Southwest Studio Sessions: Inlay, Texture & Form
A rare chance to learn from a master silversmith and create a piece shaped by tradition, precision, and stone.
Southwest Studio Sessions: Inlay, Texture & Form
A rare chance to learn from a master silversmith and create a piece shaped by tradition, precision, and stone.
Lapidary Open Studio: Guided Session
A focused, small-group lapidary session for returning students to refine skills, work on personal projects, and gain hands-on experience with expert guidance.
"Make it at Meltdown" Radiant Rose Cut Ring
A soft glow, a timeless stone, and a ring made by you from start to finish.
"Make it at Meltdown" South+West Standard Cuff
Design a cuff you’ll wear every day, simple, timeless, and made by you.
"Make it at Meltdown" Desert Stack Ring Set
Design your own set of sterling silver stacking rings in this hands-on class. Play with texture, stone, and color to create a bold yet wearable everyday set.
"Make it at Meltdown" Desert Stack Ring Set
Design your own set of sterling silver stacking rings in this hands-on class. Play with texture, stone, and color to create a bold yet wearable everyday set.
"Make it at Meltdown" Radiant Rose Cut Bracelet
Welcome the new year with a project that truly shines. Our Radiant Rosecut Bracelet is back, featuring a shimmering rose-cut gemstone set in sterling silver with hand-finished accents. Inspired by our popular ring class, this bracelet brings elegant sparkle to a fresh, wearable design, perfect for beginners and returning makers alike.
"Make it at Meltdown" Keepsake Ring
Create a ring you’ll never want to take off. In this hands-on class, craft a sterling silver Keepsake Ring with a bezel-set gemstone chosen just for you.
Introduction to Lapidary
Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn raw stone into a polished cabochon? In this hands-on lapidary class, expert instructor Jim Hill will guide you through the full process, from selecting materials to shaping and polishing finished stones. You’ll practice cutting soft, medium, and hard stones, including turquoise, and leave with several cabochons you created yourself. What kind of stone will you cut first?
"Make it at Meltdown" Paperclip Chain
Create your own modern paperclip chain necklace in sterling silver. A hands-on class focused on craftsmanship, versatility, and personal expression, with the option to add genuine turquoise.
Introduction to Lapidary
Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn raw stone into a polished cabochon? In this hands-on lapidary class, expert instructor Jim Hill will guide you through the full process, from selecting materials to shaping and polishing finished stones. You’ll practice cutting soft, medium, and hard stones, including turquoise, and leave with several cabochons you created yourself. What kind of stone will you cut first?
"Make it at Meltdown" Paperclip Chain
Create your own modern paperclip chain necklace in sterling silver. A hands-on class focused on craftsmanship, versatility, and personal expression, with the option to add genuine turquoise.
"Make it at Meltdown" Blooming Heart Pendant
Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating a handcrafted silver heart pendant with a rose detail and your choice of stone. A meaningful, hands-on experience to cherish and share.

