Silver Filigree

SEPTEMBER 7-13, 2026 WILDACRES - WEEK 2

JASON HAMILTON - SILVER FILIGREE

Class Name: Silver Filgiree

Class Description:

The “Silver Filigree” class explores a few skills beyond regular Beginning Silversmithing. Tips and Tricks in: Filigree, Silver Overlay, Making and Using Stamps and I’ll also have some interesting kits available for making a Celtic Bracelet, Silver Dime Bracelet, Stone Road Bracelet and others. By structuring the class this way, it makes it flexible for those that already know a thing or two and allows the individual student to also treat this class as an “Filigree Class without losing the Open Silver Class Forum”.

This class is for beginners and intermediate skill levels with an emphasis on using fabricated stock silver material to make settings for Cabochons and Faceted Stones to create Rings, Pendants, Bracelets, Earrings and more. You will learn techniques in: Cutting, Shaping, Filing, Sanding, Soldering, Polishing, torch and flame control, cabochon and simple faceted stone setting. You will learn about the tools of the trade and how to effectively use them.

As the level of education rises, the projects will progressively challenge you. As a fun alternative learning project, we may also touch on: silver copper overlay, making a metal stamp and metal forming. We may also have discussions and demos on simple primitive casting and Inlay. I am prepared for any direction a class may take us.

Lab fee is $150 and covers the project materials, supplies and consumables for your first few pieces. I carry a large selection of stock silver materials, cabochons, faceted Stones and other unique materials to help you create that one of a kind “Dream Creation” you have always wanted to make. My classes are super fun and inviting, and intended to teach you the basics +. For those that know a thing or two, prepare to be challenged! I am comfortable teaching mixed level students and maintaining a balance of learning and fun, all while relieving stress and tension. Some want quantity, some want quality. Expect to create between 3 and 10 items, depending on what you want to gain from the experience and your aptitude.

Lab Fee:  $150 (Solder Kits and consumables) 

Estimated Materials Cost:  $150-$500 

Prerequisites:  None (but a desire to learn and have fun!)