Medusa Earrings Workshop

SNAKE EARRINGS WORKSHOP

Get a little spooky and a whole lot bendy! Join Urban Alchemy at FORM: Metal Studio for a fun, beginner-friendly metalsmithing workshop where you’ll transform sterling silver wire into your very own pair of slithery snake earrings.

This playful 3-hour workshop is all about getting creative, learning the basics, and having fun with wire. You’ll learn how to bend, shape, hammer, and form your metal into a pair of mischievous little snakes—perfect for adding a touch of Medusa magic to your jewelry collection. No experience necessary—just come ready to get bendy!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Basic wire forming and shaping techniques
• Hammering and texturing techniques
• Basic finishing and polishing techniques
• How to turn your handmade forms into wearable earrings

WHAT YOU’LL MAKE

One pair of custom snake-inspired earrings, handmade from sterling silver wire.

A little spooky, a little sassy, and completely yours.

THE DETAILS

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly (no experience needed)
Duration: 3 hours
Class Size: Max 12 participants for lots of one-on-one guidance
Age: 16+ (unless discussed in advance)
Theme: Medusa-inspired snake earrings

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 3 hours of hands-on instruction
• All tools and equipment provided
• Step-by-step guidance from start to finish
• Guidance on shaping and forming your snake earrings

MATERIALS

Sterling Silver Materials Kit: $10 Available for purchase at the studio

WHAT TO BRING

• Hair tie (if you’ve got long hair)
• Glasses (if you need them for detail work)
• Magnifying glasses (if you have difficulty seeing small objects)
• Earplugs (optional—hammering can get loud!)
• Good vibes + excitement to try something new

THE SPACE

FORM metal studio is located on the second level of the Studio Arts building on 15th Ave.

Due to the age and design of the building, there is NO elevator.

Not recommended for those with mobility concerns due to the large flight of stairs required to access the studio and a fair amount of standing during the workshop.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Spots are limited to keep things intimate.
• Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred with notice.
• Each student will create their own unique interpretation of the snake design.
• This is a relaxed, entry-level workshop—no previous jewelry-making or metalsmithing experience is required.

Come solo or bring a friend, embrace your inner serpent, and spend an afternoon getting bendy with the wire! You’ll leave with a pair of spooky-cute handmade earrings and a new skill to slither into your next project with.