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No prior experience is necessary—you’ll be guided step-by-step from raw metal to a finished heirloom piece you can proudly wear or carry every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDuration:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5 Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e $65 per person (All-inclusive: metals, tools, and hardware provided)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass Size: \u003c\/b\u003eGroup of 4 (plenty of one-on-one guidance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Will Learn:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSurface Texturing:\u003c\/b\u003e How to use hammer textures, design stamps and a rolling mill to give raw sheet metal distinct patterns and character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e How to layer different shapes and metals for a high-contrast, professional look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrilling \u0026amp; Punching:\u003c\/b\u003e Proper technique for marking and making clean holes in metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCold Connections (Riveting):\u003c\/b\u003e How to size, set, and dome a wire rivet to mechanically lock your layers together securely without heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinishing \u0026amp; Polishing:\u003c\/b\u003e Filing edges and giving your piece a final professional polish or matte brushed finish if you prefer. \u003cstrong\u003eYour piece, your design! \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You Take Home:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne or two completely finished, custom-designed piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrivate group bookings (up to 4-5 people) are also available by request if you want to book a private date night or family outing!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hebel Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51044999463159,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"holiday-metalsmithing-handcrafted-metal-ornaments","title":"Holiday Metalsmithing: Handcrafted Metal Ornaments","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet into the seasonal spirit by trading plastic decor for something forged to last a lifetime! In this cozy, festive workshop, you will design and create your own collection of metal holiday ornaments using copper, brass sheet and wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing traditional metalsmithing techniques without the need for a torch, you’ll stamp, texture, and rivet holiday-inspired shapes (like stars, trees, snowflakes, or custom geometric designs). 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