In Silversmithing Private students will learn at their own pace the fundamentals of silversmithing through a ring project. If you have a specific project in mind please email us sketched or inspiration photographs. We will cover techniques such as sawing, soldering, annealing, hammering, filing, texturing, and finishing.
Sterling Silver + tools provided.
Please email us your availability after you sign up and we will set you up with an available teacher.
243 Grand Street Brooklyn, New York, NY 11211• (718) 387-6200
FITZGERALD JEWELRY
Create any of our rings in an array of metals, hues, and finishes.
Material
Metal |
Carat |
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| Yellow Gold | 14K, 18K, 20K | |
| White Gold | 14K, 18K, 19K | |
| Rose Gold | 14K, 18K, 19K, 20K | |
| Green Gold | 14K, 18K | |
| Brown Gold | 14K, 18K | |
| Grey Gold | 14K, 18K | |
| Red Gold | 18K | |
| Palladium | ||
| Platinum | ||
To view all of our potential color options, please view this guide here.
Finishes
| Brushed | 14K, 18K, 20K | |
| Florentine | 14K, 18K, 19K | |
| High Polished | 14K, 18K | |
| Sandblasted | 18K | |
| Satin | 14K, 18K, 19K, 20K |
Stone Sourcing
We utilize raw materials and alloys that have been recycled and have been processed in a responsible and sustainable manner. Stones come from guaranteed conflict free sources and full compliance with the Kimberly Process.
Shipping
For an item not in stock...
Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for production, as each piece is handmade to order right here in our studio, with additional shipping time determined from below.
Domestic |
Standard within US in 3-6 business days- Free
Priority Express within US 1 to 2 business days- $22
All domestic shipping by USPS priority or registered mail.
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International¹ |
Flat Rate Priority International 6-12 business days- $75
Priority Mail Express International 3-6 business days- $100
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In-Store Pickup |
Pick up at our Williamsburg studio, located at 251 Grand Street, Brooklyn NY 11211. For in-store pickup, select this option at checkout. |
If you wish to expedite the order please contact us at info@fitzgeraldjewelry.com.
¹Duties and taxes are determined by the customs agency within the destination country and although charges are not always incurred assessment is based on the value of goods shipped and is the responsibility of the recipient. These fees are usually collected at time of delivery.
Returns + Exchanges
Purchases can be exchanged for a store credit within 14 days of purchase. Returns are case by case and will be charged 25% restocking fee.
Jewelry must be in the original condition which it was sent out. Jewelry should be returned to us by trackable mail and include a return address as we are not responsible for lost packages.
All international, sale, special, resized, and custom orders are final sale.
We will undertake all repairs on a case by case basis. Some fees may be incurred in repair of jewelry.
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$95
Treat yourself to some wine and new jewelry in this fun workshop!
"Bring Your Own Booze" Ring Making Workshop is a fun yet informative silversmithing class where you will learn how to make a variation of stackable rings in sterling silver while sipping on some wine.
Students will be taught how to apply different hammered textures, use a torch to anneal & solder, clean and polish rings.
Great friend, group or date activity!
We will be serving a cheese & fruit plate but feel free to bring your own snacks :)
Materials + tools provided.
*You must be 21 or older to participate. Please bring a state issued ID or passport.
Private classes available upon request. For price quote and date confirmation please email us at classes@fitzgeraldjewelry.com.
DATES
2020:
Feb 7, Friday 7-9pm (full)
Mar 6, Friday 7-9pm (full)
April 3, Friday 7-9pm (cancelled)
May 1, Friday 7-9pm (cancelled)
June 5, Friday 7-9pm (cancelled)
July 10, Friday 7-9pm
Aug 7, Friday 7-9pm
Sept 11, Friday 7-9pm
Oct 2, Friday 7-9pm
Nov 6, Friday 7-9pm
Dec 4, Friday 7-9pm
251 Grand Street Brooklyn, New York, NY 11211• (718) 387-6200
$250
The versatile nature of wax will be explored through demonstration of carving, usage of burrs, and finishing techniques. Completed projects will be professionally cast with explanation of process. You will have the option to make a mold to cast multiple pieces. Working in wax offers jewelers great possibilities for creating jewelry with a sculptural feel. This class is for those at beginners level.
TOOL LIST
You may purchase your own tools or rent a toolbox ($15). Email us to reserve a tool box.
- Wax File 8
- Dividers with replaceable tips
- Economy needle file set cut 0
- Small steel ruler
- Jeweler's adjustable saw frame 5"
- Cylinder single cut bur – 1.2mm & 2.3mm
- Wax Pen, double battery (optional)
- 220, 320, 400, 600 grit sandpaper
- Split mandrel for sanding
TOOL SUPPLIER
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
(212) 279-7077
(Closed on weekends)
*Place an order before you go in to avoid long waits.
DATES
January 5 + 12, Sunday 12-6pm
April 26 + May 3, Sunday 12-6pm (CANCELLED)
Aug 22 + 29, Saturdays 12-6pm
*Private Classes Available*
Instructor: Olivia Michaels
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$250
Introductory class, students will learn techniques for carving large sculptural bracelets as well as more delicate ones. Basic carving, hollowing, and texturing techniques will be covered. The second class will focus on metal finishing techniques for the pieces carved in the first class.
TOOL LIST
*You may bring your own tools or rent a toolbox ($15). Email to reserve.
- Wax File 8"
- Dividers with replaceable tips
- Economy needle file set cut 0
- Small steel ruler
- Jeweler's adjustable saw frame 5"
- Cylinder single cut bur – 1.2mm & 2.3mm
- Wax Pen, double battery (optional)
- 220, 320, 400, 600 grit sandpaper
- Split mandrel for sanding
TOOL SUPPLIER
Allcraft Jewelry Supply: 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
(212) 279-7077
*We recommend placing an order before you go in to avoid long waits.
DATES
May 9 + 16, Saturdays 12-6pm
Nov 14 + 21, Saturdays 12-6pm
*Private Classes Available*
Instructor: Olivia Michaels
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$250
In this class students will create a cabochon bezel setting for a ring using the wax carving technique. In the second class students will learn how to set their stones in the ring they created the first class, as well as how to finish their metal piece.
TOOL LIST
You may bring your own tools or rent a toolbox ($15). Email to reserve.
- Wax File 8"
- Dividers with replaceable tips
- Economy needle file set cut 0
- Small steel ruler
- Jeweler's adjustable saw frame 5"
- Cylinder single cut bur – 1.2mm & 2.3mm
- 220, 320, 400, 600 grit sandpaper
- Split mandrel for sanding
- Wax Pen, double battery (optional)
- Stones will be available for purchase at the studio or you may bring your own.
TOOL SUPPLIER
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
Closed on weekends!
(212) 279-7077
*We recommend placing an order before you go in, that way they will have everything ready for you. They will have our tool list on file - let them know you are a student of Fitzgerald Jewelry School. Items can also be shipped to you as well.
STONE SUPPLIERS
R Gems: 48 W 48th St #210, New York, NY 10036
Dikra Gems: 56 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
*Make sure the stone is minimum 3mm round cabochon with a hardness of 7 or higher on the moh scale. Examples include: sapphires, amethysts, tourmalines, citrines, topaz, rubies, and garnets.
DATES
March 1 + 8, Sunday 12-6pm (full)
June 20 + 27, Saturday 12-6pm
Oct 3 + 10, Saturday 12-6pm
*Private Classes Available*
Instructor: Olivia Michaels
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$175
CLOISONNE ENAMEL
A technique of applying powdered glass to metal and then torch or kiln firing it to its melting point the enamel cools in brilliant colors to make an amazing decoration on your metalwork. The technique dates back to the time of the ancient Egyptians who used it on pottery and jewelry.
In this one day workshop, you will use cloisonne wire to create a design of your own and learn how to apply enamel properly, fire to the correct temperature, counter-enamel to prevent cracking and wet-sand and polish to create a finished piece.
TOOL LIST
- Good quality 000 paintbrush
- 220, 320, 400 and 600 wet/dry sand paper
- Stackpack or covered jars to hold enamels (1”-2” in Diameter)
- Joyce Chen Scissors
- Optional: We will provide a selection of enamel colors but if you would like to choose your own colors make sure to purchase Ninomiya brand https://www.e-namels.com/category/Ninomiya-Japan-Opaques-42
DATES
May 30, Saturday 11-7pm (cancelled)
Also available as a private class.
Instructor: Valerie Blum
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$150
STONE INLAY
Learn how to pierce a design of your own onto a piece of silver in which you can make into a ring or pendant. You will have various crushed stones to choose from to inlay into your piece. Techniques such as sawing, piercing, sweat soldering, stone inlay, and finishing will be covered.
TOOL LIST
-1 set medium needle files
-1 Precision tweezer
-1 Krazy glue
-Mesh tea strainer ball.
*We will provide stones but feel free to bring your own crushed stones.
TOOL SUPPLIER
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
DATES
April 25, Saturday 12-6pm (CANCELLED)
Sept 27, Sunday 12-6pm
*Also available as a private class.
Instructor: Ivry Russillo
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$340
Learn to prong set your own gemstones in this one day weekend workshop. Starting with sterling silver 4 prong settings and faceted round gemstones, learn how to measure and account for depth and shape of the stone, cut a seat and create a bearing with files & burs.
*This class focuses more on the actual setting of stones into prong settings, not the fabrication of prongs. We recommend taking a private stone setting workshop f you would like to go over in depth how to make your own prong settings.
Prerequisite: Intermediate/Advance level - You must have basic soldering and fabrication experience to take this class.
Tool List
-We will provide : 5mm + 6mm CZs
(You are welcome to bring your own round faceted stones of the same size with a moh scale of 7 or higher).
- 3mm + 4mm hart bur
- Chain-nose pliers
- Ring clamp
- Brass sliding size gauge
- Soft toothbrush
- Bur Lubricant (example wax bur life or bees wax)
Optional: Opti-visor (magnifying glasses)
Tool Supplier
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
Dates
Currently available only as a private workshop.
Instructor: Danielle Straub
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
$150
Build on your metal skills by exploring the process of bezel setting. This one day workshop will concentrate on making simple but beautiful bezels for pendants, earrings or rings in sterling silver. The workshop will cover step and fancy bezels.
Bring your own stones or choose from a selection of cabochon stones sold at the studio. Make sure the stones you select are either an oval or round cabochon (flat bottom) with a hardness of 7 or higher on the moh scale. Recommended stones include sapphires, tourmalines, amethysts, rubies, topaz, and citrines.
Prerequisite: You must have basic soldering and fabrication experience to take this class.
Tool List
- Square bezel pusher with wooden handle
- Flat and half round pliers
- Half round file (6 or 8" long) ( #2 cut)
- Steel Burnisher, Bent
- 2/0 saw blades (1 dozen)
- Saw frame
Tool Supplier
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
Stone Suppliers
- R Gems – 48 W 48 St. #210 NY, NY 11036
- Dikra Gems – 56 W 45 St #1005 NY, NY 11036
- Riogrande.com
DATES
Feb 22, Saturday 12-6pm
August 8, Saturday 12-6pm
*Also available as a private.
$150
Learn to measure, account for depth and shape, cut a seat, and set faceted and cabochon stones in a tube setting. This one day tube setting class will cover how to cut a seat for faceted and cabochon stones and set with a tube setting kit and foredoom hand piece. Bring your own faceted or cabochon stones, practice with cubic zirconium stones or purchase stones at the studio.
Prerequisite: Intermediate/Advance level - You must have basic soldering and fabrication experience to take this class.
TOOL LIST
3mm, 4mm, 5mm high speed setting burs ( 2 of each bur size)
AdvantEdge Silicone Polisher Pink & Blue (Extra Fine)
Screw mandrel for silicon wheels (3/32" shank)
Jeweler's adjustable 5" saw frame
2/0 saw blades (1 dozen)
Optional: needle file set, optivisor, bur-life, steel center punch, wooden graver handle, diamond tweezers, sliding stone gauge, and ring clamp, silicone polishing pin and collet shank mandrel
TOOL SUPPLIER
Allcraft Jewelry Supply - 135 W 29th St #205, New York, NY 10001
STONE SUPPLIER
R Gems – 48 W 48 St. #210 NY, NY 11036
Dikra Gems – 56 W 45 St #1005 NY, NY 11036
*Bring cash or check!
DATES
May 23, Saturday 12-6pm
*Also available as a private class.
Instructor: Odette Channell
FITZGERALD JEWELRY SCHOOL
