class schedule
Southwest Studio Sessions: Heritage Technique, Contemporary Form
Discover the launch of Southwest Studio Sessions at Meltdown Studio, an immersive weekend workshop series led by renowned Southwest artists. Kick off the series with Navajo metalsmith Bruce Lane as you explore coin silver melting, tufa casting, and traditional fabrication techniques while creating handcrafted jewelry rooted in heritage and process.
Southwest Studio Sessions: Heritage Technique, Contemporary Form
Discover the launch of Southwest Studio Sessions at Meltdown Studio, an immersive weekend workshop series led by renowned Southwest artists. Kick off the series with Navajo metalsmith Bruce Lane as you explore coin silver melting, tufa casting, and traditional fabrication techniques while creating handcrafted jewelry rooted in heritage and process.
"Make it at Meltdown" Essential Turquoise Hoops
Create your new favorite hoops! In this hands-on class, craft substantial, wearable earrings with bezel-set Kingman turquoise and personalized silver or bronze accents.
"Make it at Meltdown" Essential Turquoise Hoops
Create your new favorite hoops! In this hands-on class, craft substantial, wearable earrings with bezel-set Kingman turquoise and personalized silver or bronze accents.
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" Double Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Stack it, style it, make it yours. In this hands-on workshop, create a bold Double Turquoise Cuff in sterling silver while learning bezel setting, cuff forming, and personalized stampwork.
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" 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.
Meltdown Mini-series: Turquoise Slide Necklace
Create a modern turquoise slide necklace in this hands on class. You’ll learn essential jewelry making techniques including stamping, soldering, bezel setting, and polishing while crafting a sterling silver pendant designed to move freely along the chain. Perfect for beginners and anyone who loves meaningful handmade jewelry.
"Make it at Meltdown" Desert Tennis Bracelet
Turn sterling silver and vibrant stones into wearable art! In this hands-on Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create a Southwest-inspired Desert Tennis Bracelet, mastering real jewelry techniques and leaving with a bold, finished piece you made yourself.
"Make it at Meltdown" Desert Tennis Bracelet
Turn sterling silver and vibrant stones into wearable art! In this hands-on Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create a Southwest-inspired Desert Tennis Bracelet, mastering real jewelry techniques and leaving with a bold, finished piece you made yourself.
"Make it at Meltdown" Botanical Amulet
Bring a keepsake to life! In our spring Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design a sterling silver Botanical Amulet, fill it with flowers, herbs, or meaningful treasures, and master jewelry techniques like stamping, soldering, and stone setting. Create a piece that’s both personal and wearable, your story in silver.
Meltdown Mini-series: Turquoise Slide Necklace
Create a modern turquoise slide necklace in this hands on class. You’ll learn essential jewelry making techniques including stamping, soldering, bezel setting, and polishing while crafting a sterling silver pendant designed to move freely along the chain. Perfect for beginners and anyone who loves meaningful handmade jewelry.
"Make it at Meltdown" Framed Turquoise Ring, petite edition
Turn turquoise into wearable art! In this hands-on class, you’ll craft a petite Framed Turquoise Ring, mastering silverwork while creating a delicate, sculptural piece that’s elegant, personal, and perfect for layering.
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" Framed Turquoise Ring, petite edition
Turn turquoise into wearable art! In this hands-on class, you’ll craft a petite Framed Turquoise Ring, mastering silverwork while creating a delicate, sculptural piece that’s elegant, personal, and perfect for layering.
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" Earth Day Earrings
Turn nature into art! Craft a pair of Earth Day Earrings in sterling silver, encasing petals, leaves, or herbs to create a unique, personal tribute to the beauty of the natural world.
"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.
"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.
"Make It at Meltdown" - Spinner Ring
Looking for jewelry that’s fun, meaningful, and completely yours? In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll craft a custom spinner ring; a comfortable band with smaller rings that spin, perfect for focus, fidgeting, or simply enjoying movement in your jewelry.
"Make It at Meltdown" - Spinner Ring
Looking for jewelry that’s fun, meaningful, and completely yours? In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll craft a custom spinner ring; a comfortable band with smaller rings that spin, perfect for focus, fidgeting, or simply enjoying movement in your jewelry.
"Make it at Meltdown" Corazón Bracelet
Heart season is the perfect time to make something meaningful. In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create a Corazón Bracelet featuring your choice of spiny oyster shell or turquoise, paired with an accent stone you select. Whether you come solo, make it as a gift, or share the experience with someone special, you’ll leave with a bracelet made entirely by you. Who would you create yours for?
"Make it at Meltdown" Corazón Earrings
Heart season is here, and the Corazón collection is growing. In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create a pair of Corazón Earrings featuring vibrant spiny oyster shell hearts accented with genuine turquoise. Whether you come solo, bring a friend, or make it a shared experience, you’ll leave with a wearable piece full of color and meaning. Who would you make yours with?
"Make it at Meltdown" Corazón Earrings
Heart season is here, and the Corazón collection is growing. In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create a pair of Corazón Earrings featuring vibrant spiny oyster shell hearts accented with genuine turquoise. Whether you come solo, bring a friend, or make it a shared experience, you’ll leave with a wearable piece full of color and meaning. Who would you make yours with?
"Make it at Meltdown" Corazón Ring
Looking for a creative experience you can wear forever? In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create the Corazón Ring, a sterling silver heart ring featuring vibrant spiny oyster shell and genuine turquoise. Whether you make it for yourself, gift it to someone special, or share the experience with a loved one, this class is a beautiful way to slow down, create by hand, and leave with something meaningful. What will your ring represent?
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" Corazón Ring
Looking for a creative experience you can wear forever? In this Make it at Meltdown class, you’ll design and create the Corazón Ring, a sterling silver heart ring featuring vibrant spiny oyster shell and genuine turquoise. Whether you make it for yourself, gift it to someone special, or share the experience with a loved one, this class is a beautiful way to slow down, create by hand, and leave with something meaningful. What will your ring represent?
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" Double Rainbow Stack Ring Set
Ring in the new year with creativity and style! Join our Make it at Meltdown class to craft a custom three-ring stacking set with textured sterling silver and a vibrant turquoise centerpiece. Personalize your stack for a bold, modern look that’s uniquely yours.
"Make it at Meltdown" Gift Guide: Petite Heart Pendants
Create something meaningful at Meltdown Studio! In this class, craft two sterling silver heart necklaces featuring colorful spiny oyster shells and turquoise accents. Personalize each piece with custom stamping for a unique, wearable work of art.
"Make it at Meltdown" Double Rainbow Stack Ring Set
Ring in the new year with creativity and style! Join our Make it at Meltdown class to craft a custom three-ring stacking set with textured sterling silver and a vibrant turquoise centerpiece. Personalize your stack for a bold, modern look that’s uniquely yours.
"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" Storyteller Pendant
Begin the new year with intention as you design a sterling silver Storyteller Pendant filled with your choice of meaningful gemstones, texture, and symbolism. Create a personal talisman that celebrates your journey and inspires the path ahead.
"Make it at Meltdown" Sparkly Stackers
Ring in the new year with creativity and sparkle! Join us for a fun, hands-on Stacking Ring class where you’ll design and craft your own custom sterling silver ring set. Celebrate the season, connect with friends, and leave with a beautiful handmade stack to welcome the year ahead.
"Make it at Meltdown" Sparkly Stackers
Wrap up the year with a little sparkle. In this Make It at Meltdown Stacking Ring Class, you’ll design and craft your own sterling silver ring set a fun, creative way to celebrate the season and make something beautiful to wear into the new year.
"Make it at Meltdown" Gift Guide: Petite Heart Pendants
This holiday season, make something truly meaningful. Our Petite Heart Pendant class invites you to craft two sterling silver necklaces featuring spiny oyster shell and turquoise; a heartfelt, handmade gift ready to wear or share.
"Make it at Meltdown" Southwestern Snowflake Earrings
Add a little sparkle to your season with our Southwestern Snowflake Earrings class. Create your own sterling silver earrings with faceted gemstones, handcrafted with classic silversmithing techniques; the perfect mix of winter magic and Southwest charm.
"Make it at Meltdown" Gift Guide: Petite Heart Pendants
This holiday season, make something truly meaningful. Our Petite Heart Pendant class invites you to craft two sterling silver necklaces featuring spiny oyster shell and turquoise; a heartfelt, handmade gift ready to wear or share.
"Make it at Meltdown" Christmas Cactus Ring
Get into the holiday spirit with our Christmas Cactus Ring class. Craft your own sterling silver ring inspired by desert blooms and the season’s colors, featuring genuine stones like turquoise and coral. A fun, creative way to make a gift or keep one for yourself.
"Make it at Meltdown" Christmas Cactus Ring
Get into the holiday spirit with our Christmas Cactus Ring class. Craft your own sterling silver ring inspired by desert blooms and the season’s colors, featuring genuine stones like turquoise and coral. A fun, creative way to make a gift or keep one for yourself.
"Make it at Meltdown" Multi-stone Slide Bracelet
Design and create your own Multi-Stone Slide Bracelet with sterling silver, natural gemstones, and leather. A vibrant, one-of-a-kind accessory that’s all you.
"Make it at Meltdown" Bandana Slide
Create a timeless Bandana Slide in this brand-new workshop, blending silversmithing tradition with modern style. Personalize your design with silver or copper, custom stamps, and a gemstone cabochon—then pair it with a handmade bandana by local artist Jen Fox.
Lapidary Technique Focus: Matched Pairs
Refine your skills and learn to craft beautifully matched cabochon pairs in this advanced lapidary class with instructor Jim Hill. Perfect for students ready to take their stone-cutting techniques to the next level.
Introduction to Lost Wax Casting
Learn the ancient art of lost wax casting in this two-day workshop and transform your own wax designs into unique metal jewelry.
Introduction to Lost Wax Casting
Learn the ancient art of lost wax casting in this two-day workshop and transform your own wax designs into unique metal jewelry.
"Make it at Meltdown" Stamped Snake Ring
Shape something meaningful with your own hands in this silversmithing class. Create a coiled silver ring that wraps around your finger with bold detail and personal flair.
"Make it at Meltdown" Skelly Stackers
Add a touch of playful edge to your jewelry collection with our Skelly Stackers workshop. Craft your own set of sterling silver stacking rings featuring whimsical skull designs and vibrant stones for a style that’s uniquely you.

