Maker Membership
The Maker Membership is for individuals seeking a balance between diving in head first and gradually getting started in the world of metalsmithing. Whether you find yourself drawn to our project-based workshops, envision taking a series of private lessons tailored to your specific interests, or are intrigued by metalsmithing but not quite ready for a full bench membership, the Maker Membership is designed with you in mind. Read on as we dive into the details of who makes the perfect fit for our Maker Membership and the benefits you’ll receive.
Who’s a good fit for maker membership?
Make & Take addicts
If you find yourself consistently jumping at the chance to take one of our project based workshops and you’d like to take them over and over again.
Anyone interested in taking Private Lessons
Do you have plans to take a series of private lessons with us? Maybe you want to take the ‘Beginning Metalsmithing for Jewelry’ curriculum but on YOUR schedule? We generally recommend 6-9 hrs of lessons to complete the core curriculum. Lessons can also be a ‘choose your own adventure’ and we can focus on a specific technique or help you complete a specific project.
Beginners who don’t know where to start
If you’ve been thinking about getting serious about metalsmithing and want to do a little bit of everything. Take some private lessons, jump into a ‘Make a Ring’ class, and join us for a cocktail to really absorb all you can. If you become hooked, you can always upgrade to bench membership!
Individuals who have their own studio but want the Community and Support?
You’ve got a studio that is fully stocked, but you need some private lessons and workshops to help take your education to the next level. Members even have the option of taking a 30 minute private lesson if you just need us to help you cross the finish line on something.
What does it cost to be a maker Member?
$195 a Year (Billed Annually)
what benefits do I receive as a maker member?
The Community Benefits
Access to our Private Facebook Group
Shop talk during our regular Happy Hours
Invitations to ALL of our events (most of which are exclusive to our members) - Includes early access to buy/get tickets to public events
Inclusion in our online member directory
FREE Mini Workshops!! - Past mini workshops: Ring Sizing, Next Level Bezel Setting, Studio Organization, Soldering Beyond the Basics, etc.
Discounts on Workshops
You get 20% off ALL Workshops! Sure a discount sounds great, but how great is it really? See the below table for examples of the money you’d save.
**Did you know that you can use your maker membership benefits for private workshops too? Imagine having your membership almost fully covered after a fantastic group experience with friends!
discounts on Private Lessons
You get $20/hr OFF of private lessons! Private lessons are normally $85/hr, but with your maker membership you only have to pay $65/hr. This is huge. Getting the one on one attention in private lessons is invaluable and getting that attention for less money is a win win! You’d have your membership paid for in five 2 hr lessons.
discounts on Merch
Maker members get 10% OFF all Merch! Wearing an Alloy Apron or a What the Flux T-Shirt will not only look great, but anyone who sees you is going to know you’re a part of a super cool community!
Wholesale Pricing at Rio Grande
We are a Rio Grande Jewelry Supply supported school/community. This means we can get you wholesale pricing for 6 months after you sign up. This is a great was to get some of those higher ticket items that you have been needing .
When you sign up to become a Maker Member you’ll receive a welcome email with all of the discount codes and pertinent information you’ll need to get started. That means you can start using your discounts RIGHT AWAY! Our next workshop release is just around the corner, so you might want to sign up now to have those codes handy. Remember, this membership is not just about discounts, you’ll also get to join in on all of the great events, MINI workshops, and happy hours we have in store throughout the year!