This two-day workshop will incorporate Michael Boyd’s technique for fusing gold patterns onto Argentium silver. Students will use 24 karat gold and Argentium silver to make beautiful patterns that can then be incorporated into the jewelry they create. Michael will show students various ways to manipulate the material to make patterns even more dynamic. 

Purchase of a kit is recommended for class

Kit contents: Fused Gold Patterns Kit

NOTE: 

Metal prices listed above are approximated on 01/15/2026

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Because of the recent volatile nature of the markets - total price will be calculated, and invoices will be sent out Wednesday, March 25th. Students will need to pay invoice, before or by, Tuesday, March 31st to ensure kit arrives on time.

STUDENTS OUTSIDE OF THE USA: PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY FOR REGISTRATION AT MICHAELBOYDSTUDIO@GMAIL.COM

VIDEO, TRANSCRIPTS AND Q&A WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR 60 DAYS AFTER THE CLASS CONCLUDES 

Format: Live online via Riverside- with slide demos, close-up tooling cams, and Q&A

Duration:  Two – 2.5hr sessions

Skill Level: Intermediate–Advanced metalsmiths who are comfortable torch use and basic fabrication

Student provided tools and materials:

• Basic fabricating tools (e.g. tweezers, pliers, sheers)
• Torch setup (either air/ acetylene or oxy/propane)
• Flex shaft or alternate (e.g. Dremel or micro-motor)
• Steel Block/ Steel Surface
• Sand Paper - 220 to 600 grit
• Rolling Mill
• Shallow glass dish with flat bottom (ash trays work well)
• Super glue (liquid not gel)
• CA accelerator (Available through Rio Grande, Dick Blick, Amazon etc.)
• Safety glasses
• Pencil, Sharpie, notebook - for notes