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Activity Santa Fe, USA

Silver Casting with Cuttlebone

5.0 (6 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Silver Casting with Cuttlebone

About this activity

A great activity for friends, partners, or families to do together! Each creation is completely unique, and you'll learn new things in a safe and comfortable environment, with expert guidance the whole way. Leave with a one-of a kind wearable treasure, made with your own hands! We teach groups of up to six participants; if you have fewer than six participants and would like to make this a private experience, please reach out to us and we will do our best to accommodate.

Our studio on Canyon Road in Santa Fe is in the heart of the historic arts district, surrounded by world-class galleries and the unique Pueblo-Revival architecture that this area is known for. With views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and the Santa Fe River close by, you are truly in a creative's paradise.

Craft Classes Small Group New Product Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 6 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
Acequia Jewelry Workshop

Ages: Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–110 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottled water

Itinerary

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the art of cuttlebone casting — a traditional metal casting technique using the bone-like shell of a cuttlefish. Perfect for beginners and jewelry enthusiasts alike, this workshop guides you through all the steps of the process. You can choose to make a pendant, a ring, a keychain, or a small talisman. Carve your desired form into the bone to make a mold. The instructor will show how to properly set it up for a successful casting, and will melt the silver as you watch. You'll put the finishing touches on your piece to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with unique texture. Walk away with your own handcrafted item and a new skill rooted in centuries-old craft! *The class instructor will do the actual torch work and casting while the students observe. Please plan to wear closed-toed shoes, clothing that you don't mind if it gets a little dirty, and bring your reading glasses if you need them. This is a 2-3 hour class (depending on the number of participants, it can take a little longer to finish all the castings. Plan for two hours for up to 3 people and around 3 hours for 4-6 participants.)

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Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • This workshop is held in our studio space - Acequia Jewelry Workshop. There are signs

    both at the road and on the building for easy wayfinding!

End point

  • This workshop is held in our studio space - Acequia Jewelry Workshop. There are signs

    both at the road and on the building for easy wayfinding!

Using your ticket

Please show your ticket to the instructor when you arrive at our studio

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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