The MINT upcoming events

Textured Metal Earrings or Pendant (10/21/2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Textured Metal Earrings

An introduction to texturing metal using stamps and hammers to create designs for earrings and pendants.

Students will take home a pair of handmade earrings or a pendant while learning the skills to continue making jewelry on their own!

This class will explore the use of hammers, dabbling blocks, and disc cutters to create jewelry pieces.

What you'll learn:

How to use metal stamps and hammers, metal blocks, dabbing blocks, and sandpaper.
Safety and proper use of tools
This class will include an Orientation to the shop that will allow participants to use the shop on their own after completion*

Safety guidelines for attendance:

Wear eye protection and masks provided by instructor when using certain tools during the construction of a jewelry piece.

Wear closed-toed shoes, tie back hair, and do not wear clothing or jewelry that can become caught in machinery or around equipment.

Class Details:

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21st

Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm

Instructor: Jessica

Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)

Members: $95

Non-Members $115

Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 4 participants only!

*Please Note: Use of tools and equipment will be limited to what is used in this class. Other equipment (like torches) will have to be signed off separately.

Intro to Flameworking: Glass Beads on the Torch (10/28/2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Introduction to Glass Flameworking

Discover the mesmerizing art of glass flameworking!

In this introductory class, you'll learn the fundamentals of working with a propane/oxygen torch to melt and shape glass rods.

We'll cover the basics of the flameworking setup, essential safety procedures, and a brief history of glass.

You'll gain hands-on experience pulling stringers, creating twisties, and forming basic beads. We'll also explore various decorating techniques and learn how to properly finish your glass creations, including annealing.

By the end of this class, you'll have a foundational understanding of torch work and the skills to create your own unique glass beads, marbles, pendants, and more.

What You'll Learn:

You will learn about torch and gas safety, essential flameworking tools, and the annealing process.

You will gain skills in pulling stringers, making twisties, forming basic beads, applying decorative techniques, and finishing beads.

Class Details:

Date: June 16th

Time: 5:00-8:00pm

Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)

Members: $155

Non-Members $180

Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 2 participants only!

Safety Requirements: For your safety, please wear clothing made of natural fibers (wool, denim, cotton, etc.), close-toed shoes, and ensure long hair is pulled back securely.

Instructor: Jenni

Form Folded Leaf Earrings (10/29/2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Form Folded Leaf Earrings

An introduction to folding metal using a torch and hammers to create designs for earrings.

Students will take home a pair of handmade earrings while learning the skills to continue making jewelry on their own!

This class will involve using torches to anneal the metal to soften it for movement to shape a leaf out of a piece of copper sheet. The class will also use hammers and jeweler's pliers for shaping the metal.

What you'll learn:

How to use the torch, hammers, pliers and other jewelry tools
Safety and proper use of tools, including the PASS system for using the fire extinguisher
This class will include an Orientation to the shop that will allow participants to use the shop on their own after completion*

Safety guidelines for attendance:

Wear eye protection and masks provided by instructor when using certain tools during the construction of a jewelry piece.

Wear closed-toed shoes, tie back hair, and do not wear clothing or jewelry that can become caught in machinery or around equipment.

Class Details:

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29th

Time: 5:30 - 8:30pm

Instructor: Jessica

Investment: (Includes the cost of all materials)

Members: $95

Non-Members $115

Don't wait to register - this class is limited to 4 participants only!

*Please Note: Use of tools and equipment will be limited to what is used in this class. Other equipment will have to be signed off separately.

Monthly All Guild & Volunteer Meeting (11/03/2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All Guilds & Volunteer Monthly Meeting

1st Tuesday of the month

All Welcome

Monthly All Guild & Volunteer Meeting (12/01/2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All Guilds & Volunteer Monthly Meeting

1st Tuesday of the month

All Welcome