Jewelry: Rings (4 Sessions)
Adult Summer Class | Registration opens Monday, May 4, 2026 8:00 AM EDT
Dive deeper into the art of ring-making with this focused course. Students will learn a variety of jewelry techniques for the purpose of ring-making, including textured stacking rings, saw-pierced relief bands, and kinetic spinner rings. Students should expect to complete the course with 3-5 finished rings. This class is open to beginners, with opportunities for experienced students to advance their skills.
Please note that there is no class on Friday, July 3, 2026.
Accessibility Note: This classroom is accessible by stairs only. For access needs or accommodations, contact adulteducation@fleisher.org.
- - 1 FT - 16 gauge Brass, Copper OR Bronze Round Wire
- 1 FT - 12 gauge Brass, Copper OR Bronze Round Wire
- 1 FT - 1MM x 3MM Brass, Copper OR Bronze Wire
- 6” Hard Silver Solder
- 6” Medium Silver Solder
- 2 Sheets of 3”x3” 18 Gauge Copper, Brass OR Bronze Sheet, please pick two different metals for contrast.
- Paper and pencils for sketching designs
- 1 Dozen 2/0 sawblades
It is recommended that you source materials locally at T.B. Hagstoz or online through Rio Grande.
Optional: All materials listed can be substituted with silver if you wish to work in a precious metal for your projects. Your instructor can advise silver material purchases on the first day of class.
Ellyse Bendillo
Ellyse translates illustrations into fine jewelry using traditional enameling techniques, especially focusing on champleve and plique a jour. After graduating from Tyler School of Art with a BFA in Metals/Jewelry/CAD she found work on Philadelphia’s historical Jeweler’s Row repairing gold jewelry with a focus in antique enamel restoration. Working on antique pieces exposed her to the vast possibilities of the medium, combining the playfulness of colorful drawing with the craft discipline she has learned from working within the fine jewelry industry.
https://www.enamellyse.com/