Fundamentals of Silversmithing
Silversmithing
This 12-part, 4+ hour course extensively covers the foundational skills you will need to build silver items from jewelry to saddle silver with a western flair. Nevada teaches how to operate a wide range of tools, safely solder items with a torch, and the process to add dimension and shape to items. So if you are ready to start your silversmithing journey, join me!
Hello Good People and welcome! This course is the flagship course for Be A Maker School (BAMS) covering the Fundamentals of Silversmithing. I started BAMS with this course because these skills are essential to my trade and the jumping off point for any aspiring silversmith.
I took a skill based approach in this course teaching you the “how to” rather than the “what to” so that you have the ability to build whatever your creativity comes up with! In this course you will learn:
How to cut out items using a jewelers saw, how to choose the right blade and tips for clean cutting
How to use files both in a functional sense to clean up saw lines and also how to add decorative elements
In depth overview of how to set up an acetylene torch, then how to solder items. We go over simple overlays and more complex soldering techniques with multiple solder seams
How to use a Flex Shaft and Buffer to both clean up your items and to add a polish
How to shape common silver items using basic hand tools
And finally how to add patina to make your designs pop!
I wholeheartedly believe that there is room for everyone to be their own MAKER and if silver is your area of interest, this class is a great starting point. Fabrication to me adds so much more value to my trade because it's not just adding decorative elements with engraving but rather I have the freedom to fully build my imagined item from the ground up!
~Nevada
Plans for all Levels
We know everyone is starting their Maker journey from different places. Be A Maker School is set to excel the novice silversmith and walk the greenhorn from the ground up. We believe in our program and we are certain it will provide you with the fundamentals to creating a business of your dreams or a hobby that you can pour your heart into and be proud of. Whatever direction you go we want to see you succeed and we know you can with BAMS!
Quarterly Enrollment is open April 1st - 14th, 2026
Email us at Info@beamaker.school with questions or to be added to the waitlist
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Dabbler
The "Meat Only" Option
Whether you're a new maker who wants to get making at a lower price point, or a seasoned maker adding to your library of knowledge without the time commitment for extras, this level is for you. Think of this level as the "meat" offer - the essential, no-frills instruction you need to start creating.
Lifetime and immediate access to professionally filmed course
BAMS Membership*with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
One Live Q&A monthly
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One video call with Nevada
One Time Payment of $399 USD *
**The Dabbler level includes video instruction only. For an enhanced learning experience with teacher interaction, downloadable resources, and bonus materials, explore our Doer and Dedicated membership levels.
Doer
The "Meat & Potatoes" Option
Creating a business or mastering a craft? You're ready to DO IT! The Doer level serves up the hearty "meat and potatoes" experience - all the course videos PLUS downloadable resources and extras to support your practice. Get the advice you need and work at your own pace. This is the satisfying, well-rounded meal that fuels real progress.
Lifetime and immediate access to professionally filmed course
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
One Live Q&A monthly for 6 months
One 30 minute One-On-One video call with Nevada
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One video call with Nevada
6 monthly payments of $127 USD*
Pay In Full Save $50
*This level is paid as a lump sum or can be broken up into 6 payments. After all payments are made Lifetime Access to videos is earned.
Dedicated
The "Meat, Potatoes, Sides, & Dessert" Option
Your commitment is no joke! The Dedicated level is our full feast - everything in the course PLUS Nevada's personal mentorship to walk you to the next level. Priority access, bonus materials, direct feedback, and every tool you need to go from maker to master. When you're ready for the complete spread with all the fixings, this is your table.
Lifetime and immediate access to professionally filmed course
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
One Live Q&A monthly for 6 months
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One video call with Nevada for 6 months
Option to purchase additional one on ones with Nevada after your 6 months for continued support
6 Monthly payments of $247 USD
(that's $8.09 per day)
Pay in full save $100
*This level is paid as a lump sum or can be broken up into 6 payments. After all payments are made Lifetime Access to videos is earned.
Doer Fundamentals of Silversmithing & Business of Making Bundle
15% off when you bundle!
Unlimited Access to all 12 training Videos for Fundamentals of Silversmithing
Unlimited Access to all 15 training videos for the Business of Making
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Access to private Business of Making Community
Resource lists of tools and supplies
Lesson Workbooks for The Business of Making
6 monthly Live Q&As for the Fundamentals of Silversmithing course
One 30 minute One-On-One video call with Nevada for the Fundamentals of Silversmithing course
12 monthly Live Q&As for The Business of Making
One time payment of $1,242.70 USD *
(Originally $1,642 USD *)
Save $219.30
ESTIMATE INITIAL INVESTMENT COSTS FOR TOOLS & MATERIAL
Below is a list of the Top Tools I would prioritize purchasing for this course, this is clearly not all the tools you could end up using but these will help you hit the ground running. Don't get overwhlemed by all the tools you could buy rather get started practicing the skills and slowly add tools as time and budget allow. Lastly a lot of tools used in one course can be used in another of the same trade.
Bench Pin, Jewelers Saw, and Blades ~$42 ( I know this is 3 tools but they work in unison)
Needle File Set Cut #2 ~$43
Butane Torch (if you are a beinner doing small items with limited space) ~$40, But I use a Acetylene Torch and highly reccomend it if you can afford it ~$485 + Acetylene ~$40-90.
Essestial Pliers: Flush Cutters $25, Hole Punch (if you dont have a drill to make holes for earring wires etc) $12, Flat Nose Pliers $7, Flat and Round Nose Pliers $8
Nylon Hammer ~$15 & Mandrel (either ring or bracelet whichever you plan on making more of). Ring Mandrel $50. Bracelet Mandrel $38
Copper Sheet to practice with 22 Guage $22 for earrings, 16 Gauge $33 for Bracelets and rings.
Total of my Top Tools = $727 (with butane torch)
What if you could...
~Take an idea in your head and actually build it from the ground up?
~Have the confidence to add layers with soldering and not be limited to 2-D items
~Use this desire to start a business of your dreams?
I can’t say enough good things about Nevada! She is passionate about sharing her knowledge with others, and it shows throughout her teaching. Not only is she an excellent teacher, but a great person as well. She is genuine, encouraging and uplifting. She has an excellent way of noticing strengths in you, and pushing you creatively. Her experience with her craft shines through in her thoughtfully outlined courses.
— Courtney S.
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