In this beginner polymer clay workshop, instructor Sophie Wertz will introduce you to the colorful, creative world of polymer clay jewelry making as you create your own handmade jewelry or accessory! To begin, you’ll learn the basics of conditioning and mixing clay before experimenting with colors, shapes, and textures to bring your designs to life. Sophie will teach you popular techniques like marbling, crafting delicate miniature florals, and working with carving and modeling tools. You’ll have access to an array of cutters, textured rollers, and other tools to create unique patterns and personalize your pieces. You will learn how to prepare clay sheets to the preferred thickness, then move on to crafting, baking, assembling, and finishing your creations.

You can make a pair of earrings, a necklace pendant, a keychain, a charm bracelet or necklace, or anything else your imagination desires! You’ll leave with a finished piece you can wear or use right out of class, along with a working knowledge of the tools, techniques, and supplies needed to keep making polymer clay jewelry and accessories at home!

Supplies Needed: None. All clay and jewelry hardware are included.

Instructor Bio: Sophie Wertz is the owner and jewelry designer behind CaliClayDesigns, based here in San Francisco since 2020. In addition, Sophie is an educator and elementary school teacher who loves sharing her passion for jewelry making with others! Check out her work on Etsy at CaliClayDesigns, or on Insta at @caliclaydesigns.

The rules / important stuff: We have a NO EXCEPTIONS 72 HOUR CANCELLATION policy – this includes cancellation, re-books, gift certificates, moving classes, etc. For more information on canceling a class, please read our cancellation policy. All classes are 21+. If any questions, please email us at info AT workshopsf DOT org.

ALL CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT WORKSHOP SF LOCATED AT 1310 HAIGHT STREET UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ON THE TITLE AND LISTING.