Jewelry Making Classes in Lawrence

Piece Together Your Vision

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Creativity, Sustainability, And Novelty

Are you interested in creating something fully tangible with your artistic expression? For those who love working with their hands, our fiber, craft, stained glass, and jewelry-making classes in Lawrence are a great chance to explore!

From beginning metalsmithing to embroidery or making jewelry with a hydraulic press—Lawrence Arts Center has you covered!

To ensure everyone has access to our courses, we provide financial aid to those who need it.

Our Facilities & Curriculum

The Path to Your Artistry

The jewelry, fibers, and craft classes we offer cover everything from the fundamentals to advanced techniques. The choice is yours! For our adult visual arts classes, the descriptions list what to expect from the courses.

Our Fiber, Craft, & Jewelry-Making Class Studios

We’re committed to providing the Lawrence area with a facility that welcomes them into the world of art. This includes our dedicated spaces for fiber, craft, and jewelry-making classes in Lawrence, each featuring the tools and technology they need to safely embrace their inner artist. This also includes our adaptable programs that can be explored in any of our studio spaces.

Our multi-use metals studio, for example, features three enameling kilns, a vacuum form, 10 sewing machines, stained glass equipment, and an assortment of grinders and metal forming equipment.

Current Classes

Glass, Jewelry & Metals

Metals Open Studio[25WSP]
03/29/25 - 05/17/25, 3:00PM - 5:30PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Allison M Ice | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAJ36
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
Designed for those that have completed at least one jewelry/metalsmithing course, this open studio allows students to work independently and ask for instruction and feedback as they work on self-guided projects. Demonstrations will be provided as requested. Experimentation is encouraged!
Stained Glass Spinners[25WSP]
03/28/25 - 05/16/25, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | FR
Ages 14 to 120 | Carolyn Foster | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAJ15
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Using the Tiffany method, learn to create 3 dimensional stained glass spinners.
Stained Glass[25WSP]
03/29/25 - 05/17/25, 10:00AM - 12:00PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Dorothy Hoyt-Reed | Lawrence Arts Center
Class is Full - contact about waitlist | SAJ16
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Create a beautiful stained glass piece using the Tiffany, copper foil method. You choose a pattern, then learn to cut and grind glass, copper foil, and solder, ending with a wonderful piece of glass art.
Stained Glass[25WSP]
03/29/25 - 05/17/25, 12:30PM - 2:30PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Dorothy Hoyt-Reed | Lawrence Arts Center
Class is Full - contact about waitlist | SAJ26
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Create a beautiful stained glass piece using the Tiffany, copper foil method. You choose a pattern, then learn to cut and grind glass, copper foil, and solder, ending with a wonderful piece of glass art.
Beginning Metalsmithing[25WSP]
03/24/25 - 05/12/25, 6:30PM - 8:30PM | MO
Ages 14 to 120 | Laura Rollins | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAJ11
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
This course will provide an introduction to basic metalsmithing skills like sawing, filing, soldering, and setting a stone.
Hydraulic Press Jewelry[25WSP]
03/26/25 - 05/14/25, 7:00PM - 9:00PM | WE
Ages 14 to 120 | Rachael Sudlow | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAJ33
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
Use 20 tons of hydraulic force to squish, & form metals into incredible jewelry pieces. Using antique and modern tools to make 3D metal pieces that can be incorporated into various earrings, rings & bracelets.
Jewelry Fundamentals[25WSP]
03/26/25 - 05/14/25, 5:00PM - 7:00PM | WE
Ages 14 to 120 | Rachael Sudlow | Lawrence Arts Center
Class is Full - contact about waitlist | SAJ13
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
From soldering to stone setting, we'll explore the basics of jewelry making. Using copper & silver, we will learn to saw, fabricate, solder & set stones. Beginners welcome, no prior experience necessary.
Stained Glass[25SU]
06/3/25 - 07/22/25, 5:30PM - 7:30PM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 | Carolyn Foster | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAX12
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Explore fundamental stained glass techniques while creating unique pieces in one of the most precious and revered mediums in the decorative arts.
Stained Glass[25SU]
06/7/25 - 07/26/25, 12:00PM - 2:00PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Dorothy Hoyt-Reed | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAX26
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Explore fundamental stained glass techniques while creating unique pieces in one of the most precious and revered mediums in the decorative arts.
Stained Glass[25SU]
06/7/25 - 07/26/25, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Dorothy Hoyt-Reed | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAX16
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Explore fundamental stained glass techniques while creating unique pieces in one of the most precious and revered mediums in the decorative arts.
Beginning Metalsmithing[25SU]
06/2/25 - 07/21/25, 5:30PM - 7:30PM | MO
Ages 14 to 120 | Laura Rollins | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAJ11
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
This course will provide an introduction to basic metalsmithing skills like sawing, filing, soldering, and setting a stone.
Jewelry Design[25SU]
06/4/25 - 07/23/25, 5:00PM - 7:00PM | WE
Ages 14 to 120 | Rachael Sudlow | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAJ13
Members $250 | Non-Members $250
Learn how to make rings, earrings, and pendants in silver and copper using a wide range of techniques from soldering to stone setting.
Necklaces[25SU]
07/2/25 - 07/23/25, 7:00PM - 9:00PM | WE
Ages 14 to 120 | Rachael Sudlow | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAJ33
Members $150 | Non-Members $150
Each week we will design a new necklace, using metal, stones & various alternative materials. The demonstrations vary from session to session so returning students are welcome! Open to all levels.
Earrings[25SU]
06/4/25 - 06/25/25, 7:00PM - 9:00PM | WE
Ages 14 to 120 | Rachael Sudlow | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAJ23
Members $150 | Non-Members $150
Each week we will create a unique pair of earrings, using metal, stones & various alternative materials. The demonstrations vary from session to session so returning students are welcome! Open to all levels.

Fibers, Textiles & Sewing

Wild Batik[25WSP]
05/6/25 - 05/13/25, 5:30PM - 8:30PM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 | Geri Cummings | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAF22
Members $110 | Non-Members $110
Decorate a silk scarf using silk dye & wax resist. These beautiful and unique scarves will be steamed and ready to wear by the end of the second class.
Local Raw Wool to Naturally Dyed Yarn[25WSP]
03/27/25 - 05/15/25, 6:30PM - 8:30PM | TH
Ages 14 to 120 | Liz Bonny | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAF14
Members $210 | Non-Members $210
Learn to wash a locally sourced raw wool fleece, prepare the fibers and spin it into yarn, then dye the yarn with natural dyes.
Sewing Fundamentals [25WSP]
03/24/25 - 05/12/25, 6:30PM - 8:30PM | MO
Ages 14 to 120 | Twiggy Cercy | Lawrence Arts Center
Completed | SAF37
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
This class introduces the fundamentals of clothing construction, sewing machine operation, alterations and various types of seams and stitches. No class April 20th.
Punch Needle Rug Tufting [25WSP]
03/25/25 - 04/29/25, 6:00PM - 8:00PM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 | Andreas Braz | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAF12
Members $170 | Non-Members $170
Students will learn the art of punch needling rugs using tufting techniques. This hands-on course covers basic to advanced skills, including design transfer, yarn selection, and tool mastery, helping you create your own custom textured rugs from start to finish.
Sewing Fundamentals[25SU]
06/5/25 - 07/31/25, 5:00PM - 7:00PM | TH
Ages 14 to 120 | Twiggy Cercy | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAF14
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
This class introduces the fundamentals of clothing construction, sewing machine operation, alterations, and various types of seams and stitches. No class June 19th.
Foraged Cordage[25SU]
06/7/25 - 06/28/25, 1:00PM - 4:00PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Liz Bonny | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAF24
Members $70 | Non-Members $70
Making cordage is fundamental survival skill and artistic practice. Learn how to cordage from a variety of plants found in your neighborhood.
Naturally Dye Wool & Silk Fibers[25SU]
06/21/25 - 06/21/25, 1:00PM - 4:00PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Liz Bonny | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAF86
Members $70 | Non-Members $70
In this class we will learn how to scour, mordant, and dye wool and silk materials found in nature. This class will cover three dyes.
Wool Felted Balls[25SU]
06/28/25 - 06/28/25, 3:00PM - 5:30PM | SA
Ages 14 to 120 | Jerry Dowdle | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAF16
Members $60 | Non-Members $60
Students will use wet felting techniques to make wool balls with a quick and easy method. Small decorative balls and large dryer balls will be created with wool roving.

Mixed Media & Craft

Whittle Animal Workshop[25WSP]
03/28/25 - 04/18/25, 1:00PM - 3:00PM | FR
Ages 14 to 120 | Erin Williams | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | SAJ25
Members $140 | Non-Members $140
Bring bass wood to life as you learn how to whittle in this Whittle Animal Workshop. Learn basic carving techniques and add dimension and character to your carvings by painting the finished pieces.
Block Printing Fabric Workshop[25SU]
08/4/25 - 08/8/25, 5:30PM - 7:30PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 14 to 120 | Kathryn Combs | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | CAX31
Members $150 | Non-Members $150
Discover the art of block printing as you transform plain fabrics into personalized textiles with hand-carved designs. In this immersive one-week workshop, learn to design, carve, and print repeating patterns using traditional woodblock techniques.

Class Gallery

Submit Your Artwork
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Beach Pendant

An inspired pendant by student artist Lis Ballou made during Coloring on Metals with teaching artist Allison Ice.

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Hydraulic Press Cuff

A cuff made by teaching artist Rachael Sudlow during her Hydraulic Press class.

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Earrings!

A student's collection after an eight-week class with teaching artist, Rachael Sudlow.

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Flower Dangles

Earrings made by student artist Lis Ballou during Experimental Metalsmithing with teaching artist Allison Ice.

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Make Art Part of Your Daily Life

Interested in enrolling in a stained glass, fiber or jewelry-making class? We have financial aid available to those who need it to ensure classes are accessible to everyone.

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Art is for Everyone

Making Art Accessible to All

Lawrence Arts Center is here to ensure anyone—of any age and any background—can connect with a supportive community and flex their creative muscles. With contemporary exhibitions, performances, and an array of art education classes for adults and kids, everyone will find something that’s right for them.

Our primary state-of-the-art facility at 940 New Hampshire St. features classrooms, studios, theatres, and more. We also have a satellite space for classes at 10th & Mass Studios!

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Why Should You Consider Fiber, Craft, and Jewelry-Making Classes