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Where our online classes will make you
feel like you're right here with us

The Metalsmith Academy is Open for Enrolment

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Join monthly for only $47 per month, or save on two months’ membership fees by joining annually for $470 per year. You’re free to cancel your subscription at any time, and it’s entirely drama-free to do so!

Hi I’m Lucy…

I know that making jewellery isn’t as easy as it looks, believe me, I have been exactly where you are right now. It wasn’t just learning skills the right way that was the problem, but procrastination and motivation used to drive me totally insane. And don’t even talk to me about that feeling of utter uselessness when things didn’t go to plan. But I want let you in on something, this journey – it really can be fun, engaging and rewarding! I promise.

Hopefully see you over in the forums very soon for a chat

Lucy xx

Want to Learn How to Make Jewellery?
Start With Why

By understanding the why and not just the how, learning can be much simpler. Our number one mission is to make sure you understand why! And of course, to make your jewellery making journey as uncomplicated, waffle-free and fun as possible.

That's why we created the Metalsmith Academy Membership Programme

If you feel like you need a little extra motivation and support on your jewellery making journey, or that you just want to be able to create confidently, as part of an encouraging community – then you are in the right place. Here are just a few of the classes you’ll instantly have access to when you join the Metalsmith Academy:

Saw Pierced Pendant

Chunky Chain

Delicate Flower Ring

Linked Drop Earrings

Sweat Soldered Bracelet

Spinner Ring

Tube Set Ring

Prong Set Pendant

Bezel Set Pendant

Bezel Setting Oval Gems

Rendering a Ruby

Octopus Set Ring

Flush Set Pendant

Chunky Bezel Set Ring

Bezel Setting a Princess Cut

Toblerone Hoop Earrings

Rendering Metal in Pencil

Rendering Hammer Texture

Rendering Metal in Colour

Rendering Cabochons

Not only do you get all our current and future online jewellery making and rendering classes, you'll also have access to so much more....

Express Bites

We are listening to what you’re struggling with and making videos and handouts to help you with exactly that – our stalking skills are on point!

Template Packs

If you’re feeling a little lost for inspiration, have no fear, we have templates galore for you to use however you like – zero credit required!

Tips and Tricks Library

Solutions to the problems causing you drama! Not only do we share our tips and tricks, but you can upload and share too!

Creative Kickstarters

Every two months we’ll be releasing a brand new challenge! But what’s a challenge without some ass kicking prizes? (Seriously, think GRS MicroBlock and you’re in the right ballpark).

Student Roadmap

A firm favourite with our current members, you’ll never have to worry about where to start or what’s next again. Everything is laid out in a logical step by step process.

Community Support

If you’re feeling down on the motivation front, don’t worry! Our supportive community forums, with members from all over the world, are here to help.

Supplier Discounts

Gesswein, Otto Frei, Durston Tools, Pepe USA and SC Studios…. just some of the suppliers giving our members exclusive discounts.

Direct Help

Every morning Lucy and Vennice are over in the forums helping solve your dramas, and have a good gossip over coffee.

Just because you’re learning to make jewellery online, doesn’t mean you have to learn alone! Metalsmiths need company too!

Quality classes are super important, and you know we understand that. We put our heart and soul into our classes to make sure they not only crystal clear, but also a tonne of fun. But, I really believe to make the most of any learning opportunity, we all need so much more. We want a community, inspiration, and an occasional friendly kick up the arse to keep us motivated. When something isn’t going to plan, you need a little feedback, or just lack motivation in general, working alone is less than helpful. That’s why we created our Metalsmith Academy Membership Programme. We designed our platform to re-create an online version of exactly what we had here in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: a supportive and caring jewellery family. A family who celebrate wins together, bitch over things that didn’t go right, and generally just encourage each other so nobody ever feels like they’re in this alone. Don’t worry, we’ve got you!

Welcome to our jewellery making studio

Our mission is to enable you to grow confidently as a jeweller and a designer so that you can get to work putting your new skills into action as quickly as possible. We’ve helped thousands of students to take their work to the next level, and it makes us beyond proud to show off some of their spectacular work below:

What our Metalsmith Academy Members are Saying......

Lucy Walker Metalsmith Academy is the most amazing, inspirational and brilliant learning experience I have ever known. The tutorial videos and handouts are so detailed and well explained it is as though you are in the same room as Lucy. One person commented on Instagram, ‘Lucy’s classes are awesome’, and they absolutely are! I intend to be a member for quite some time! Congratulations Lucy and your team, you are amazing.

Paula Morris

Rock and Metal Boutique

Lucy Walker is hands down the best jewelry teacher I have come across, and I have come across a few. Her classes are packed with information, tips and tricks and many other resources. Her classes move at a clip and doesn’t dwaddle like many others I have seen. Her website and forum are readily creative and smart and yes, informative. The forum is great – you are never left without an answer. Between Lucy and the great students’ community you always get an answer. As if that weren’t enough, Lucy has a great sense of humor.

Nilanjana Van Order

Lucy gives very clear instruction, shows steps from different angles, as well as demonstrates various methods to get the job done. Her humor is infectious and I feel as though I’m there in her studio in person. The content of the classes is unlike any other courses available online, which has been very beneficial to my growing metalsmith skills. I would highly recommend these courses to the aspiring jeweler at almost any level!

Laura Hingley

I’m so happy i registered in the metal smith academy with lucy! There’s so many tips i learned that you won’t see on youtube and i bought many new tools recommended in the classes to make jewelry ! The videos are well explained and you can also downloaded the pdf of the classes! 🙂 It’s like going to school but online, and it’s worth the money! If you have any questions, lucy is super fast to answer and help you with any trouble you have with the jewelry! So yes i highly recommend if you wanna learn to make jewelry 🙂

Mélodie Levasseur

Nilanjana Van Order

Laura Hingley

Mélodie Levasseur

Got questions? If you don't find an answer here, just drop us a message in the little box below.

If I join the Metalsmith Academy how often can I watch the videos?

As many times as you like as long as your subscription is active

Do I need specialist tools and equipment for this class?

Yes you will need specific tools for this class, we have included a basic tool list above, and the course contains detailed tool handouts together with product codes for all tools used during the class.

How much will I need to spend on tools for this class?

Unfortunately, we can’t provide a specific answer to that questions. It depends on the tools you decide to purchase and the quality. We try to include as many options as possible in our classes so that student’s can make choices based on their budget, but we will be honest, tools are not cheap.

Can I download the videos?

The videos are only playable through the website and so are not downloadable.

Can I download the handouts?

Absolutely you can! It would be pretty tough to work with your laptop on your workbench.

Will Lucy be able to personally answer any questions I have on the classes?

If you do want that little extra support, don’t worry at all – that is one of the main reasons why we launched our membership. Lucy, Vennice and the team will be active in the forums daily to help with any problems you might be having with the classes.

I haven't done any metalwork before, is this a good place to start?

This class is the best place to start!

Do the videos have subtitles?

Unfortunately not at this stage, however our handouts that accompany the videos have extensive, easy to follow instructions.