Lost Wax Studio
Upcoming Classes in NYC

Making Stack Rings - Intro to Working with Metals

Lost Wax Studio

Using copper and silver wire, you will learn how to make a set of 5 silver rings and 2 copper rings in this 3-hour workshop. Beginner metalsmithing skills will be introduced: learn cutting/filing/sanding/texturizing and basic usage of hand tools. Please note that this is a hands-on course using hand tools and a small flame. By signing up and paying for this workshop, you acknowledge that the school is not responsible for any injuries that might...

Leather + Bead Bracelet Workshop

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

This is our most popular workshop and is suitable for ages 12 and up. This is a unisex style, we offer a huge selection of materials to choose from. 2 hour workshop including all materials. 2 different styles to choose from: a 15" double wrap bracelet or a twin pattern wide bracelet. You will leave wearing your gorgeous new bracelet that you have made. Unisex project includes: 1 double wrap leather bracelet. Your choice of materials. Ages 12 and...

Gemstone + Wire Nest Rings

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

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Cool Knotting + Stringing Necklace

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

Making Authentic Leather Moccasins

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

In this workshop, you will make a pair of unisex moccasins that you can wear outdoors. You will choose your own thread colors and beads to customize your moccasins. Learn how to make this authentic Native American moccasins, the foundation for the classic American made shoes such as RED WING in Minnesota and QUODDY in Maine. Note: All tools and materials are included in the fee.

Recycle/Redesign/Remake - Shibori with Natural Indigo

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

Participants will learn how to dye their items using the ancient Japanese technique of shibori. Shibori is an ancient Japanese dyeing technique using natural dyes, in this workshop we used natural indigo which has natural antibacterial properties and has been used abundantly historically throughout world history. It's a great contemporary way to update and refresh clothing or soft accessories. Natural indigo was what Frenchman and Nimois, Levi...

Recycle/Redesing/Remake: Embroidery + Embellishment

Lost Wax Studio

Open Workshop: Jewelry Recycle/Repair + Swap

Lost Wax Studio

Bring all your broken jewelry and/or missing parts to this open freestyle session with no formal instruction. We will provide tools, simple findings and other materials. Our instructors will be there to help you rebuild/repair your piece. Swap with someone or reassemble and create a whole new piece with our help and equipment. We will also have beads/leather/fancy findings available for sale to help create your new piece. This is ideal for a group...

Knotted Cord + Bead Bracelet

Lost Wax Studio @ 171 Elizabeth St, New York, NY

You will go home wearing 2 bracelets one plain plus one with beads that you made. This 2 hour workshop includes all materials needed.  A popular unisex style bracelet. This style is also known as shamballa bracelets. Huge selection of different size cords and beads to choose from. Unisex project includes: 1 plain bracelet and 1 beaded bracelet. Your choice of materials. Ages 10 and up. Note: The school reserves the right to take pictures...