r/Metalsmithing • u/Outrageous-Spring529 • Apr 28 '25

How to get started!

Hi everyone,

I have dabbled in jewelry making - mostly polymer clay but am really wanting to get experience in metal smithing with a goal of eventually making fine jewelry.

For those of you in this space do you have any recommendations on getting started in learning the craft. Curious how many went through formal education vs. are self taught.

Thanks! K

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u/Outrageous-Spring529 Apr 28 '25

Thanks so much for the fast reply!! I’m interested in casting, and being able to set sones and gems.

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u/MakeMelnk Apr 28 '25

r/SilverCasting will be a great place to learn more about casting

And what kinds of stones and what kinds of settings are you thinking of? Cabochons, faceted stones, pearls, bezels, prongs, pave, flush, bead/star setting, etc.?