UPCOMING CLASSEs, exhibitions & events
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to Metal Fabrication
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 8 Hours with a break for lunch. Lunch provided.
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Various
In this Metal Shop intensive, students will learn how to fabricate an end table base out of mild steel. This is a complete start to finish project that outlines all necessary steps from planning, preparing, fabricating and finishing, which will result in a 24” x 18” table base.
Students will learn how to read a drawing, measure, cut, drill, tap, layout, clamp, weld, and blend. You will also become familiar with a wide array of metalworking tools such as:
Measuring tools
Horizontal band saw
Drill press
Taps
Clamps
MIG welder
Angle grinder and cut off wheel
Pneumatic tools
All materials and PPE will be provided, and a pizza lunch is provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intermediate Silversmithing
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Silversmithing for Beginners - Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 18+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Bring your new silversmithing skills to the next level! As an intermediate level silversmith, you will learn to make a pair of earrings and a necklace. Apply your base of knowledge while experimenting with new techniques and design elements.
You will learn:
Intermediate skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a pair of sterling silver earrings with either a post-back or earring wires
How to make (and take home) your very own sterling silver pendant necklace
You will be using torches to heat the metal, and working with other hot materials.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packetfull of resources on suppliers, troubleshooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online intermediate silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
All tools, materials and PPE are included in the class fee.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to TIG Welding
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Adrian Mizell
Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to TIG Welding
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Adrian Mizell
Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intermediate Silversmithing
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Silversmithing for Beginners - Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 18+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Bring your new silversmithing skills to the next level! As an intermediate level silversmith, you will learn to make a pair of earrings and a necklace. Apply your base of knowledge while experimenting with new techniques and design elements.
You will learn:
Intermediate skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a pair of sterling silver earrings with either a post-back or earring wires
How to make (and take home) your very own sterling silver pendant necklace
You will be using torches to heat the metal, and working with other hot materials.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packetfull of resources on suppliers, troubleshooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online intermediate silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
All tools, materials and PPE are included in the class fee.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to TIG Welding
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Adrian Mizell
Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intermediate Silversmithing
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Silversmithing for Beginners - Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 18+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Bring your new silversmithing skills to the next level! As an intermediate level silversmith, you will learn to make a pair of earrings and a necklace. Apply your base of knowledge while experimenting with new techniques and design elements.
You will learn:
Intermediate skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a pair of sterling silver earrings with either a post-back or earring wires
How to make (and take home) your very own sterling silver pendant necklace
You will be using torches to heat the metal, and working with other hot materials.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packetfull of resources on suppliers, troubleshooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online intermediate silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
All tools, materials and PPE are included in the class fee.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Introduction to Metal Fabrication
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 8 Hours with a break for lunch. Lunch provided.
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Various
In this Metal Shop intensive, students will learn how to fabricate an end table base out of mild steel. This is a complete start to finish project that outlines all necessary steps from planning, preparing, fabricating and finishing, which will result in a 24” x 18” table base.
Students will learn how to read a drawing, measure, cut, drill, tap, layout, clamp, weld, and blend. You will also become familiar with a wide array of metalworking tools such as:
Measuring tools
Horizontal band saw
Drill press
Taps
Clamps
MIG welder
Angle grinder and cut off wheel
Pneumatic tools
All materials and PPE will be provided, and a pizza lunch is provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to TIG Welding
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Adrian Mizell
Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
FUTURE MAKERS & The Curve: Metal Shop 301 for Teens, Part 4
FUTURE MAKERS & THE CURVE: METAL SHOP 301 FOR TEENS
Level: Intermediate
Semester: Spring 2026 (3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17) 9am-1pm
Duration: 4 part series - 4 hours per session
Age Range: 12-18 Years
Pre-Requisite: Metal Shop 201
To enroll, please contact Mitchell Green, Director of Future Makers: mitchell@theforgenashville.org
The Forge Nashville & The Curve have partners to create this semester-long, four-class series. Students will build on the skills learned in Metal Shop 101 & 201 for Teens by applying welding and metal fabrication techniques to design and build a scooter.
Attendance is required at all dates to complete your project, and you must attend the first day in order to proceed with any subsequent sessions. There are no make-up dates for missed sessions.
All needed materials for this class will be supplied to students by The Forge.
** Classes are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Silversmithing for Beginners
Level: Beginner
Approx. Duration: 5 Hours (w/ half hour lunch break included)
Age Requirement: 16+
Instructor: Jenny Cramer
Learn the incredible art of silversmithing, and take home your very own sterling jewelry!
In this fun, beginner friendly class, you will learn and practice the core skills of silversmithing. All the tools and materials you need will be provided in the class.
You will learn:
Foundational skills and techniques of silversmithing
How to make (and take home) a set of sterling silver stacking rings
How to make (and take home) your very own ring with a bezel set stone
You will be introduced to important techniques and tools, including torches to heat the metal.
After class, you’ll go home with all of your new handmade sterling silver jewelry, a packet full of resources on suppliers, trouble shooting tips, and reference sheets for the skills you acquired in class, as well as access to Jenny’s online beginner’s silversmithing course so you can refer back to video recorded content of the steps we cover in class.
Plan ahead for your class:
Be sure and wear closed toed shoes, long pants and tie your long hair up.
There will be a short break for lunch, which your instructor will give you a 30 minute notice for. Please bring something to eat that does not require heating, or plan to have your lunch delivered for the time advised by your instructor.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
About the Instructor:
Jenny Cramer is a full-time silversmith, operating her jewelry business Sedona Rose Studio from her home in the hills outside of Nashville. You can check out her Instagram, as well. She has taught silversmithing to hundreds of students in-person and online, many of whom have gone on to create jewelry businesses of their own. She wants to share her love for this trade and the fulfillment it brings with as many people as possible.
Introduction to Metal Fabrication
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Intro to MIG Welding, or prior outside MIG welding experience. Please do not enroll if you do not meet these requirements.
Approx. Duration: 8 Hours with a break for lunch. Lunch provided.
Class Enrollment Closure & Minimum: Enrollment closes 3 days prior to date of class. Any last minute enrollments must be approved prior to sign up. This class is subject to a minimum enrollment requirement set by the instructor. Please note that any session may be rescheduled or cancelled if not enough students are enrolled.
Age Requirement: 16+ (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied to class by a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf.)
Instructor: Various
In this Metal Shop intensive, students will learn how to fabricate an end table base out of mild steel. This is a complete start to finish project that outlines all necessary steps from planning, preparing, fabricating and finishing, which will result in a 24” x 18” table base.
Students will learn how to read a drawing, measure, cut, drill, tap, layout, clamp, weld, and blend. You will also become familiar with a wide array of metalworking tools such as:
Measuring tools
Horizontal band saw
Drill press
Taps
Clamps
MIG welder
Angle grinder and cut off wheel
Pneumatic tools
All materials and PPE will be provided, and a pizza lunch is provided.
All class enrollments are subject to a no-refund, no-transfer policy. Instructors have the right to refuse any enrollee who does not meet the age and/or prerequisite requirements without issuing any refund.
By purchasing a class, or gifting a class, you are agreeing to our policy. Please read the full FAQ and policy here: https://www.theforgenashville.org/class-policy-and-faq
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
Intro to MIG Welding
Intro to MIG Welding
$150.00
Intro to MIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the MIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock, multiple joint styles, and walk away with a steel pen holder project.
Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. This class is a pre-requisite for Metal Fabrication 1 and 2.
FUTURE MAKERS & The Curve: Metal Shop 301 for Teens, Part 3
FUTURE MAKERS & THE CURVE: METAL SHOP 301 FOR TEENS
Level: Intermediate
Semester: Spring 2026 (3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17) 9am-1pm
Duration: 4 part series - 4 hours per session
Age Range: 12-18 Years
Pre-Requisite: Metal Shop 201
To enroll, please contact Mitchell Green, Director of Future Makers: mitchell@theforgenashville.org
The Forge Nashville & The Curve have partners to create this semester-long, four-class series. Students will build on the skills learned in Metal Shop 101 & 201 for Teens by applying welding and metal fabrication techniques to design and build a scooter.
Attendance is required at all dates to complete your project, and you must attend the first day in order to proceed with any subsequent sessions. There are no make-up dates for missed sessions.
All needed materials for this class will be supplied to students by The Forge.
** Classes are non-transferable and non-refundable.

