Classes

Class spaces are limited and no-shows are non-refundable. If an emergency comes up, and 24 hours notice is given class can be credited back via scheduling a class at a different time.

Otherwise there will be a non-refundable rescheduling fee of $10 that will need to be paid in advance. Any scheduling changes must be made no less than 1 week in advance.

2023 Classes

Beginning Lapidary Class
Required for all new members

Available to: Members Only Date: Sessions will be held on days that will be scheduled with the Cab Class Coordinator. You will be contacted by Fernando to schedule your first cab class after watching the required video at the clubhouse. Following sessions will be scheduled after completion of first session. Location: SMS Clubhouse @ 5467 Ballantine Street #6, Sacramento, CA 95826 Time: To be scheduled by Fernando De Haro, the Cab Class Coordinator. Cost: $20

Two students learning how to make their first cabochons.

Details: All new members are required to take our training classes in order to learn to use the basic equipment and be signed off before you can use the shop freely. Students will be shown and taught how cut and grind a cabochon from a slab of their choosing that is provided. You will have completed the class when you have completed 1 or 2 cabochons and the instructors feel that you are safe to use the equipment.

Basic cab class payments are non-refundable. However if something comes up – as long as we are given 24 hours notice – we can reschedule you at no extra cost.

Any non-emergency schedule changes MUST be made at least 1 week in advance or a non-refundable $10 rescheduling charge will be applied and need to be paid in advance.

Instructors are taking time out of their busy lives to help out the club and teach our new members, and their time is important!

The below classes will be starting to be offered again in 2023!
If you would like to be emailed when the classes start again, you can join
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Wire Wrapping 101 Class

Available to: Members & Non-Members 2023 Dates: TBA Time: TBA Location: SMS Clubhouse @ 5467 Ballantine Street #6, Sacramento, CA 95826 Enrollment Deadline: Each class requires a minimum of 3 spots to be filled by the Saturday preceding the class or the class will be canceled. Cost: Members: $25 per person | Non-members: $45 per person Details: 5 spots available per class. Students will be shown how to do basic wire wrapping techniques. Wire will be provided.

Student’s Results

Copper Etching 101 with Alyssa

Student’s Results

Available to: Members & Non-Members Date: TBA Location: SMS Clubhouse, 5467 Ballantine St. Unit #6, Sacramento, CA 95827 Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm Cost: Copper Pendant: Members: $25 per person | Non-members: $35 per person Copper 1/4″ Cuff: Members: $30 per person | Non-members: $40 per person Copper 1/2″ Cuff: Members: $35 per person | Non-members: $45 per person Details: 8 spots available per class. Students will create a stamped copper pendant, cuff, or bookmark. Materials are included.

Metal Stamping 101 with Alyssa

Available to: Members & Non-Members Date: TBA Location: SMS Clubhouse, 5467 Ballantine St. Unit #6, Sacramento, CA 95827 Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm First Time Students Cost: Copper Pendant: Members: $35 per person | Non-members: $55 per person Copper 1/4″ Cuff: Members: $40 per person | Non-members: $60 per person Copper 1/2″ Cuff: Members: $45 per person | Non-members: $65 per person   Details: 8 spots available per class. Students will create a stamped copper pendant or cuff. Materials are included.

Student’s Results

Stamping Lab:
Those that have taken the initial course will be allowed to “rent” out stamps during another class to have access to a wide variety of metal stamps and be able to continue to create stamped pieces at a reduced cost. The cost covers the wear and tear of the stamps and any potential breakage or harm to the stamps. You can opt to have the below copper provided at an additional cost to cover the copper blank costs and shipping or you can bring your own metal and fill it with stamp impressions to take home and saw out and use in your jewelry designs.

Copper Pendant:
Members: $20 per person | Non-members: $30 per person (pendant provided)
Copper 1/4″ Cuff:
Members: $25 per person | Non-members: $35 per person (cuff provided)
Copper 1/2″ Cuff:
Members: $30 per person | Non-members: $40 per person (cuff provided)
Bringing your own metal:
Members: $15 per person | Non-members: $25 per person
(Note: stamps are not rated for use on stainless steel)    

Agate Suncatcher Class

Suncatcher Example

Available to: Members & Non-Members Date: TBA Location: SMS Clubhouse, 5467 Ballantine St. Unit #6, Sacramento, CA 95827 Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm Cost: Members: $45 per person | Non-members: $65 per person Details: 4 spots available per class. Students will create an agate suncatcher. Materials are included.

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