Hair Jewelry
Available spots
Service Description
n this hands-on metalsmithing workshop, you’ll design and craft your own custom brass hair accessory. Whether you want to make a statement barrette (fitted with a secure steel mechanism), a braid end clip, or a sleek, two-pronged hair fork, this class will teach you about hair jewelry and the techniques to make it. We’ll start the day by experimenting with texture, using stamps or the rolling mill to press unique patterns directly into sheet brass. Next, students will learn the torch soldering to assemble the piece and bring the design to life. Finally, we’ll explore surface finishing by applying a liver of sulfur patina—creating a rich, antique contrast—before hand-polishing your final piece to a gorgeous gleam.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Thank you for signing up for class! Please see below for our cancelation policy and details about our studio. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Our studio lives at 3206 Harrelson St, a warehouse-style yellow building at the corner of Harrelson and Bell Street. The entrance to Meta'l faces Harrelson St. You'll see the Art Obscura sign (which was the retail store here before us) and our door is below. CANCELATION: Due to our limited seating space, once a class is booked and paid for, it cannot be refunded. We can however add you to our registration list for the next time we run this class. We can also work with you to reschedule this class on on a one-to-one basis, though there is an additional $35 fee for this. WHAT TO BRING: All equipment, tools, and supplies are provided for this class. Aprons, masks, protective eyewear, and disposable latex gloves are available to those who would like this option. You are welcome to bring a beverage with a lid or sealable water bottle. We have a great coffee shop down at the corner of Harrelson and Conway called Picacho Coffee Roasters with awesome home-baked snacks, coffee, tea, and sparkling water options. Meta'l also has a small purified water dispenser in our sink area for your convenience. STUDIO SAFETY: We ask that each participant review and sign our Liability and Photo Release Form at the start of each class. We will move forward with a short safety tour of the studio before jumping into class content. We also ask that you arrive with closed-toed shoes to guard against dropped steel tools. Hair must be tied back and no loose clothing/jewelry should be worn during the duration of your time in the studio. Please use only the tools our instructors assist you with as part of this class. These rules are in place to mitigate studio injuries and are observed by any who work in our studio.
Contact Details
3206 Harrelson Street, Las Cruces, NM, USA
metaljewelrystudio@gmail.com