Metal Working Classes in Boston, MA

An overview covering gas welding, electric arc welding including stick and MIG processes. Students learn techniques and make at least one piece. Learn shop safety procedures and methods, get a good grasp of the shop tools and equipment.  All safety gear is included.

Explore the ancient art of bronze casting using state-of-the-art technology. Learn the whole process from molding an object and pouring the bronze, to experimenting with patination finishes. Rubbermold techniques are also discussed. This class is also a wonderful way for the experienced sculptor to cast multiple pieces for a fraction of the cost...

This is a comprehensive overview of Oxy-Acetylene, Stick and MIG welding. This workshop will cover studio and personal safety and welding equipment function. All participants will complete a small welded sculpture created using these three forms of welding to take home. Oxy-Acetylene welding covers the basics of oxy-acetylene welding and cutting,...

In this four-hour overview of TIG welding applications, you will learn studio and personal safety, learn how the equipment functions and then practice your welds! TIG welding provides the versatility to weld more kinds of alloys and metals than any other arc welding process. Students will then apply topics demonstrated to create a welding sample in...

In this three hour overview of MIG welding, you will learn studio and personal safety, how the welding equipment works, and then practice your welds. Gas metal arc welding (GMAW), also known as metal inert gas or “MIG” welding, is a semi-automatic or automatic process that uses a continuous wire feed as an electrode and an inert or semi-inert gas...

Using sheet copper and a torch, you will first create multiple line and cross folds on a piece of copper sheet. You will have the option of adding texture to your creation using various metalsmithing tools. Then, cut, file and hammer form into a gorgeous wide cuff. No previous experience necessary. Materials fee payable in class.

In this three hour Stick welding workshop,you will learn studio and personal safety,how the welding the welding equipment functions and then practice your new skills.  Stick welding is one of the most common types of arc welding, and is sometimes referred to as shielded metal arc welding (SMAW); it is also known as manual metal arc welding (MMA)...

A three hour workshop that covers the basics of oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, familiarization with the gas tanks, welding and metal cutting practice with the torch. Oxy-fuel is one of the oldest welding processes, though in recent years it has become less popular in industrial applications. However, it is still widely used for welding pipes and...

A 4-hour mini-course in MIG welding allows each student to complete a welded “critter.” This workshop will cover studio and personal safety, along with welding equipment function and uses. Gas metal arc welding (GMAW), also known as metal inert gas or MIG welding, is a semi-automatic or automatic process that uses a continuous wire feed as an electrode...

Practice your hard soldering techniques and make a sterling silver hammered bangle. Learn tricks to set up the piece so the solder will flow correctly. Previous soldering experience helpful. All tools and materials provided by the artist/instructor, Maggie Mehaffey. $15 materials fee payable in class. 18+ only, please.

Create a layered mixed-metal pendant using the art of riveting, a cold-connection technique used to fasten layers of metal together. Techniques covered include cutting, sawing, filing sheet metal, and some work with the torch to create head pins for nail head rivets. We will also explore and discuss the difference between tube riveting and wire riveting....

Make beautiful jewelry with instruction from a working artist. They will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. Hollow forms, stone settings, stone inlay, repousse and reticulation will also be introduced.

The lost wax casting process also known as cire perdue has been used for centuries to transform wax into jewelry that cannot be made in sheet metal. This class is an opportunity to finish projects or improve your skills in every aspect of wax making, from carving, lathe work, additive processes and making settings for unusual shaped stones. There will...

Embrace your sewing machine with love and affection :) This class will open your heart, mind & eyes to the way of the sewing machine! In class we will go over the basic function of the sewing machine (what the heck is a bobbin?), talk about sewing fundamentals and show you how to put the pedal to the metal. We will talk about what are the best...

In this two session class you will experience the making of a custom designed lamp using laser cutting, wood working, electrical wiring and artistic finishing techniques. Project partners welcome! Additional materials fees apply. Please see details below. What we will do: Learn a design program called Inkscape to create a custom design for your lamp...