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
Fire & Ice Pendant - back by popular demand
Beginning Jewelry/Metals Class with Julie Monroe
Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2020, 10am-5pm
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition $240 + $25 materials fee payable in class (cash or card)
This 2-day class is a great introduction to jewelry-scale silversmithing – no prior experience needed; all tools will be provided. First, you’ll learn some great silversmithing basics while you saw, file, texture, and form the central element to your sterling silver pendant. Then the torch comes out and you learn to design and solder added elements to your pendant – a unique bail and bezel setting for a stone. After all the soldering is complete, you’ll sand and polish your pendant to perfection and set the stone. By the end of the class your pendant will be ready for a silver chain or leather cord – or even better, sign up for Julie’s chain class (March 14) and make a matching silver and beaded chain. Intermediate/advanced students are also welcome – we promise you’ll learn new tricks and have fun! Register.
Beginning Jewelry/Metals Class with Julie Monroe
Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2020, 10am-5pm
Instructor: Julie Monroe. Tuition $240 + $25 materials fee payable in class (cash or card)
This 2-day class is a great introduction to jewelry-scale silversmithing – no prior experience needed; all tools will be provided. First, you’ll learn some great silversmithing basics while you saw, file, texture, and form the central element to your sterling silver pendant. Then the torch comes out and you learn to design and solder added elements to your pendant – a unique bail and bezel setting for a stone. After all the soldering is complete, you’ll sand and polish your pendant to perfection and set the stone. By the end of the class your pendant will be ready for a silver chain or leather cord – or even better, sign up for Julie’s chain class (March 14) and make a matching silver and beaded chain. Intermediate/advanced students are also welcome – we promise you’ll learn new tricks and have fun! Register.
Stamp-patterned Mokume Gane Bracelet
Beg-Int-Adv Jewelry Metal Arts Class with Anne Wolf
March 21, 2020 - Saturday 10am-5pm
Instructor: Anne Wolf. Tuition $120 + $30-$80 materials fee payable in class
Mokume gane is an ancient Japanese technique of fusing layers of different metal, then deforming the layers to create patterns similar to wood-grain. Stamping is the easiest, most direct patterning method. Each student in this one-day class will create their own stamp-patterned mokume gane bracelet. We’ll also cover important technical information on how to anneal, form, finish and patinate without harming the layers. Material fee varies depending on which material you choose - copper/brass, copper/silver/brass, etc. Great beginner level class, but advanced and repeat students welcome. Register.
Beg-Int-Adv Jewelry Metal Arts Class with Anne Wolf
March 21, 2020 - Saturday 10am-5pm
Instructor: Anne Wolf. Tuition $120 + $30-$80 materials fee payable in class
Mokume gane is an ancient Japanese technique of fusing layers of different metal, then deforming the layers to create patterns similar to wood-grain. Stamping is the easiest, most direct patterning method. Each student in this one-day class will create their own stamp-patterned mokume gane bracelet. We’ll also cover important technical information on how to anneal, form, finish and patinate without harming the layers. Material fee varies depending on which material you choose - copper/brass, copper/silver/brass, etc. Great beginner level class, but advanced and repeat students welcome. Register.
Overlay Cuff Bracelet - New Instructor
Jewelry/Metal Arts Workshop with Albion Smith
March 23 & 24, 2020 - 2-day Intensive Mon & Tues 10am-5pm
Instructor: Albion Smith. Tuition $320 + $58-$70 materials fee payable in class.
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a master of silversmithing. Albion Smith’s overlay technique is magic - unlike anything you’ve ever seen, it will surprise you and change the way you solder forever. Over two days, you’ll be shown every step as you create your own silver overlay cuff bracelet in Albion’s signature style, with added round wire edging and gold ball accents. You’ll have the opportunity to try hand-engraving and/or stamp texture to further embellish the surface of your piece. It is a fast-paced class - Albion recommends sawing out the 22g overlay part before class, especially for slow sawers. Supply list, specific guidelines and pattern suggestions will be emailed after registration. This class is best for students who have some experience soldering silver. Register.
Jewelry/Metal Arts Workshop with Albion Smith
March 23 & 24, 2020 - 2-day Intensive Mon & Tues 10am-5pm
Instructor: Albion Smith. Tuition $320 + $58-$70 materials fee payable in class.
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a master of silversmithing. Albion Smith’s overlay technique is magic - unlike anything you’ve ever seen, it will surprise you and change the way you solder forever. Over two days, you’ll be shown every step as you create your own silver overlay cuff bracelet in Albion’s signature style, with added round wire edging and gold ball accents. You’ll have the opportunity to try hand-engraving and/or stamp texture to further embellish the surface of your piece. It is a fast-paced class - Albion recommends sawing out the 22g overlay part before class, especially for slow sawers. Supply list, specific guidelines and pattern suggestions will be emailed after registration. This class is best for students who have some experience soldering silver. Register.
News from the Bench
Last Call for Gem Mining Adventure, Saturday February 29th
Our first Jewelry metal arts outing of 2020 will be to Pala Valley on a quest for tourmailines and other gems with intrepid silversmith and lapidary artist Jules Monroe! We're heading out on Saturday February 29, 2020. We've got a couple of carpools organized and it should be great fun. You'll want to bring some lunch money and $75 per person to pay the mine folks. Get details and sign up!
Our first Jewelry metal arts outing of 2020 will be to Pala Valley on a quest for tourmailines and other gems with intrepid silversmith and lapidary artist Jules Monroe! We're heading out on Saturday February 29, 2020. We've got a couple of carpools organized and it should be great fun. You'll want to bring some lunch money and $75 per person to pay the mine folks. Get details and sign up!
We're Rooting for Trenton at our March 14th Blood Drive
This little fella is Trenton. He was diagnosed with a rare brain cancer but after surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and 15 blood and platelet transfusions his last MRI was great. He has a long battle ahead of him that will likely include more transfusions ... and that's where you come in. If you can donate blood or help us spread the word to find more donors - it makes a huge difference. All you need to do to donate is drink plenty of fluids and bring a photo ID with you to the Blood Mobile on Saturday March 14th. Appointments aren't required but greatly appreciated. Make your appointment in a few clicks at sandiegobloodbank.org/donate. Can't donate but want to help us spread the word? Please share our flyer at work, school or online. Download the flyer, thank you and Go Team Trenton!
This little fella is Trenton. He was diagnosed with a rare brain cancer but after surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and 15 blood and platelet transfusions his last MRI was great. He has a long battle ahead of him that will likely include more transfusions ... and that's where you come in. If you can donate blood or help us spread the word to find more donors - it makes a huge difference. All you need to do to donate is drink plenty of fluids and bring a photo ID with you to the Blood Mobile on Saturday March 14th. Appointments aren't required but greatly appreciated. Make your appointment in a few clicks at sandiegobloodbank.org/donate. Can't donate but want to help us spread the word? Please share our flyer at work, school or online. Download the flyer, thank you and Go Team Trenton!
Tevel's February Tool Sale was a Delight!
Our All Craft Tool Sale was a spectacular success. Before we could get everything out of the boxes we had excited shoppers arriving. The tables in the lab groaned under the weight of bezel blocks, exotic hammers in all shapes and sizes, professional ring sizing sets, shaping blocks, wax carving tools, burr sets, and shaping blocks while over in Anne's Studio, buyers chatted happily as they poured over whisper-thin micro files, and boxes upon boxes of pliers in every size and shape imaginable. Read more and see photos.
Our All Craft Tool Sale was a spectacular success. Before we could get everything out of the boxes we had excited shoppers arriving. The tables in the lab groaned under the weight of bezel blocks, exotic hammers in all shapes and sizes, professional ring sizing sets, shaping blocks, wax carving tools, burr sets, and shaping blocks while over in Anne's Studio, buyers chatted happily as they poured over whisper-thin micro files, and boxes upon boxes of pliers in every size and shape imaginable. Read more and see photos.
First Friday Valentine's Party Fun
We had so much fun at our First Friday Valentine's Party on February 7th! At one point we had a full house excitedly looking at jewelry and classes! It was wonderful to see dear friends and everyone enjoyed the free gifts - sparkle-etch valentines and chocolate heart cookies. Even though we had a double-blind raffle with about 30 entries, all of the winners were students! Go fig! Special thanks goes out to Yvonne Dao and Yoko Rover for volunteering and bringing the bling. Read more and view photos.
We had so much fun at our First Friday Valentine's Party on February 7th! At one point we had a full house excitedly looking at jewelry and classes! It was wonderful to see dear friends and everyone enjoyed the free gifts - sparkle-etch valentines and chocolate heart cookies. Even though we had a double-blind raffle with about 30 entries, all of the winners were students! Go fig! Special thanks goes out to Yvonne Dao and Yoko Rover for volunteering and bringing the bling. Read more and view photos.
"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