Custom wedding rings and unique mokume gane jewelry
I am proud to offer quality craftsmanship and obsessive attention to detail in all of my work here at Anneville Studio. My meticulously hand-crafted custom wedding rings, vessels, boxes, bracelets and other jewelry are all created using the traditional metalsmithing tools of file, handsaw, torch, and hammer. I fuse my own mokume gane billets right here in my Liberty Station studio and create everything from scratch using ethically sourced metals. Browse ring designs and get a free quote.
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Metalsmithing Classes, Workshops and Bench Rentals
Anneville Jewelry Lab is San Diego's friendliest jewelry co-working space. Our fully equipped metals lab offers classes, workshops, hourly bench rentals, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Whether you'd like to take a short beginning soldering class, dive in to a week-long workshop to learn advanced topics, or just need a place to hammer, solder and roll, Anneville is the place to #EmbraceYourVises and find your focus. Learn more about our open lab.
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Featured Classes
Organic Casting: Broom, Water and Bean - Only 1 spot left!
October 26 & 27, 2019 - 2-day Intensive, Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition $240 with a materials kit fee of $40 payable in class.
Experience a weekend medley of organic casting techniques from broom (yes, the kind you sweep with) to water, beans and more! You'll love all 3 but "witch" will be your favorite? Casting is the art of creating jewelry by pouring molten metal into natural or carved spaces. It’s also the perfect opportunity to use all of your scrap sterling silver! We will melt down your scrap (or casting grains) and then practice using three different organic casting methods. Day 1 begins with melting and casting your silver. On Day 2 we’ll look at the results and fabricate them into wearable jewelry. This class is for intermediate students who have a good grasp of basic soldering and jewelry fabrication techniques. You will need at least 2 ounces of sterling silver. Bring enough scrap silver or contact Jules in advance to order sterling silver casting grain. Register.
October 26 & 27, 2019 - 2-day Intensive, Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition $240 with a materials kit fee of $40 payable in class.
Experience a weekend medley of organic casting techniques from broom (yes, the kind you sweep with) to water, beans and more! You'll love all 3 but "witch" will be your favorite? Casting is the art of creating jewelry by pouring molten metal into natural or carved spaces. It’s also the perfect opportunity to use all of your scrap sterling silver! We will melt down your scrap (or casting grains) and then practice using three different organic casting methods. Day 1 begins with melting and casting your silver. On Day 2 we’ll look at the results and fabricate them into wearable jewelry. This class is for intermediate students who have a good grasp of basic soldering and jewelry fabrication techniques. You will need at least 2 ounces of sterling silver. Bring enough scrap silver or contact Jules in advance to order sterling silver casting grain. Register.
Monday Independent Study - Second Fall Session
November 4 to December 16, 2019 - 6 week series on Mondays 10am-1pm
Note: no class on Monday, November 11th
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition: $216
Students of all levels are welcome here - beginners can learn and practice basic techniques like sawing, texturing and soldering, while more advanced students can bring their designs and ongoing projects. Julie offers expertise in many areas of jewelry making fundamentals and specializes in torch-fired enamels and cuttlefish casting! It's a lot like an open lab, but with the time structure and teacher guidance of a class. Register.
November 4 to December 16, 2019 - 6 week series on Mondays 10am-1pm
Note: no class on Monday, November 11th
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition: $216
Students of all levels are welcome here - beginners can learn and practice basic techniques like sawing, texturing and soldering, while more advanced students can bring their designs and ongoing projects. Julie offers expertise in many areas of jewelry making fundamentals and specializes in torch-fired enamels and cuttlefish casting! It's a lot like an open lab, but with the time structure and teacher guidance of a class. Register.
News from the Bench
Help us celebrate our 1st Birthday Dia de Los Muertos style!
Friday, Nov. 1st 2019 5-9pm
It's hard to believe, but we opened our doors a whole year ago! In that time we've cultivated a family of 120 active students and 5 instructors - all of whom bring their own wonderful ideas, questions and expertise to every class. Over the past 10 months we've hosted 25 classes, 3 visiting artist workshops and logged dozens of open lab hours. Our mailing list has steadily grown to over 600 contacts and we have tons of interesting photos, videos and tips & tricks to post our Instagram and Facebook feeds. There's so much going on it's hard to find the time to parse through it all! To celebrate we're throwing a joyful party in the style of Dia de Los Muertos with special music and refreshments, free door prizes for the first 30 visitors, and a free raffle with some really great prizes. Get details.
Friday, Nov. 1st 2019 5-9pm
It's hard to believe, but we opened our doors a whole year ago! In that time we've cultivated a family of 120 active students and 5 instructors - all of whom bring their own wonderful ideas, questions and expertise to every class. Over the past 10 months we've hosted 25 classes, 3 visiting artist workshops and logged dozens of open lab hours. Our mailing list has steadily grown to over 600 contacts and we have tons of interesting photos, videos and tips & tricks to post our Instagram and Facebook feeds. There's so much going on it's hard to find the time to parse through it all! To celebrate we're throwing a joyful party in the style of Dia de Los Muertos with special music and refreshments, free door prizes for the first 30 visitors, and a free raffle with some really great prizes. Get details.
Toolbox of Terror Horrifies and Delights at October's First Friday
Roughly 40 brave souls accepted the challenge to open EVERY drawer of the Toolbox of Terror at our October First Friday open studio. Not everyone who tried waw able to finish, but those who showed fortitude were richly rewarded. As each victim, er I mean guest, entered they were greeted by Ame or impromptu volunteer Jean and asked if they were ready to ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE. If they answered yes we led them over to the TOOLBOX OF TERROR and wished them good luck. We then retired across the room to listen to their screams (and a good amount of laughter at our cheesy display). Successful adventurers were rewarded with the choice of asking our extremely vintage Magic 8 Ball a question or consulting our Crystal Ball. Every visitor left with a goody from our treat basket. Continue on for photos and ... if you're brave enough ... view the TOOLBOX OF TERROR ITSELF!
Roughly 40 brave souls accepted the challenge to open EVERY drawer of the Toolbox of Terror at our October First Friday open studio. Not everyone who tried waw able to finish, but those who showed fortitude were richly rewarded. As each victim, er I mean guest, entered they were greeted by Ame or impromptu volunteer Jean and asked if they were ready to ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE. If they answered yes we led them over to the TOOLBOX OF TERROR and wished them good luck. We then retired across the room to listen to their screams (and a good amount of laughter at our cheesy display). Successful adventurers were rewarded with the choice of asking our extremely vintage Magic 8 Ball a question or consulting our Crystal Ball. Every visitor left with a goody from our treat basket. Continue on for photos and ... if you're brave enough ... view the TOOLBOX OF TERROR ITSELF!
"Anne was so wonderful to work with for my fiancé's wedding ring! She answered all of our questions during the process and above all, the ring is gorgeous, beautiful, unique and perfect! Thank you, Anne. You have created an heirloom we will treasure for a long time." ~ Emily & Greg
"The Patina class today was so much fun and a wonderful learning experience. We learned several different techniques and which metals worked best with each technique. Ann is an exceptional instructor, experienced, knowledgeable and devoted to her art. She encourages her students to develop their skills, improve their techniques and to be fearless when creating. As long as there are classes offered, I will certainly be taking them!" ~ Jean F., San Diego