Hallie Katz Jewelry
Jewelry Making & Silversmithing Workshops in Ojai
Join Hallie Katz in her private Ojai studio for small-group jewelry making and silversmithing workshops. Students from Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and throughout Southern California learn traditional and contemporary metalsmithing techniques in a supportive, hands-on environment.
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Off the Cuff
August 8 - 9, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create your own hammered bangles and cuff bracelets while learning:
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Hammered textures
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Wire twisting
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Stamped designs
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Embossing
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Rolling mill techniques
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Copper, bronze and sterling silver
Experience Level: Beginner
Price: $295*
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Introduction to Bead Making: Handmade Silver & Mixed Metal Beads
August 22 - 23, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create your own hand-crafted beads while learning:
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Spherical bead forms
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Tubular bead designs
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Freeform bead making
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Stamping and texturing techniques
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Working in silver or mixed metals
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Ways to use handmade beads in necklaces, earrings, and pendants
Experience Level: previous silversmithing experience required
Price: $295*
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Reticulation & Fusing
September 9 - 10, 2026
Wednesday/Thursday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create one-of-a-kind silver jewelry while learning:
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Torch fusing without solder
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Reticulation techniques for rich surface texture
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Using silver scraps and wire to create unique designs
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Combining fused elements with stone settings or soldered components
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Creative ways to transform leftover silver into beautiful jewelry
Experience Level: previous silversmithing experience required
Price: $295*
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Beginning Silversmithing
September 12 - 13, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create one-of-a-kind sterling silver pendant while learning:
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Piercing and sawing techniques
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Soldering with confidence
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Filing, finishing, and polishing
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Introduction to appliqué and overlay
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Creating layered designs with cut-out imagery
Experience Level: beginner
Price: $295*
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Chain Making
October 24 - 25, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create one-of-a-kind sterling silver chain bracelet while learning:
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Form round, paper clip style, or freeform links
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Create a matching handmade clasp
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Improve your soldering techniques
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Build strong, durable connections
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Finish and polish your bracelet for a professional look
Experience Level: beginner
Price: $295*
☎️ To join the waitlist or ask questions, please call Stan at (805) 649-4744.
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Anatomy of a Stone
November 7 - 8, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Learn to choose the right setting for every gemstone while creating:
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A bezel-set cabochon
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A prong-set cabochon
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Secure and professional stone settings
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When to use bezel vs prong settings
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Techniques for designing with different gemstone shapes and styles
Experience Level: previous silversmithing experience required
Price: $295*
☎️ To join the waitlist or ask questions, please call Stan at (805) 649-4744.
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Wax Carving & Lost Wax Casting
November 14 - 15 & December 5, 2026
Saturday/Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Create your own cast sterling silver jewelry while learning:
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The complete lost wax casting project
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Carving with soft, buildable waxes
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Shaping and refining hard carving wax
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Preparing your wax model for casting
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Finishing, refining, and polishing your completed silver casting using flex shaft attachments
Experience Level: previous silversmithing experience required
Price: $495*
☎️ To register or ask questions, please call Stan at (805) 649-4744.
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FAQ's
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Private Red House Studio in Oak View, CA (12 minutes from downtown Ojai and 16 minutes from downtown Ventura)
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Quiet residential neighborhood
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Ample street parking
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Small classes (maximum 4 students)
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Hallie is the instructor with Stan assisting