Hoi An Jewelry Making Class: Craft Your Own Sterling Silver Ring with Local Artisans

1-1.5 hours

Join our Hoi An Jewelry Making Class and discover the joy of turning a simple piece of sterling silver into something uniquely yours. Guided by passionate local artisans, you’ll learn traditional silversmithing techniques while creating a ring, pendant or another piece you’ll actually love wearing.

No artistic talent or previous experience? That’s the beauty of it. This Hoi An jewelry workshop is made for everyone—from curious first-timers to creative souls looking for a meaningful travel experience. We’ll guide you every step of the way, so you can simply enjoy the process.

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Know Before You Go

Duration 1-1.5 hours
Location Hoi An Ancient Town
Start Time Every day, from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm.
What to Bring Cash, card, camera, comfy clothes and closed-toe shoes, curiosity, creativity, patience
Atmosphere Relax, indoor with aircon
Meeting Point We’ll include our workshop address in the booking confirmation
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Tour Highlights

  • Design your own sterling silver jewelry from scratch
  • Learn traditional silversmith techniques from skilled local artisans
  • Shape, solder, texture and polish your own piece
  • Choose your favorite gemstone among our huge gemstone collection
  • Small-group workshop with personalized guidance
  • Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers and rainy days

Tour Inclusion

  • English-speaking local jewelry artisan
  • Sterling silver (standard amount included)
  • All tools, soldering equipment, and polishing materials
  • Hands-on instruction
  • Your handmade jewelry

Important Notes

  • Gemstones are not included in the workshop fee, but you’ll have access to a beautiful selection of colors and styles to personalize your piece.
  • Sterling silver is charged separately based on the weight of your finished design. Most rings typically use around USD $18–25 worth of silver, while larger or more intricate pieces may require additional materials. Your host will always confirm the estimated cost of silver before the workshop begins.
  • Have a custom design in mind? We’d love to help bring it to life. Simply send us your idea in advance, and our team will review it, confirm its suitability for the workshop, discuss any additional costs, and prepare everything for your experience. 

Tour Itinerary

  • Arrive at the jewelry shop and meet your local silversmith. Your instructor will introduce the workshop and explain the tools you’ll be using. 
  • Sketch your design with guidance from your instructor. Then, work with genuine sterling silver: measuring, cutting, shaping, hammering textures, soldering, filing, sanding, and polishing. 
  • Shape your silver into your ring. Make your ring a one-of-a-kind piece by adding gemstones or ‌name engraving. 
  • Polish and take your jewelry home.

FAQ

Not at all! This jewelry making class in Hoi An is designed for complete beginners. Your instructor will guide you through every step, from designing your piece to shaping and polishing it.

Our Hoi An Jewelry Making Class includes professional guidance from a local artisan, use of all necessary tools and equipment, safety instruction, and a hands-on jewelry-making experience. 

The workshop fee covers instruction and tools. Sterling silver is charged separately based on the weight of your finished design. Most rings typically require around USD $18–25 worth of silver. Your instructor will confirm the estimated silver cost before you begin.

Yes! We offer a beautiful selection of gemstones in various colors and styles. Gemstones are optional and charged separately from the workshop fee.

Yes. Our workshop is fully air-conditioned, providing a cool and comfortable atmosphere for your experience. Even during Hoi An’s hottest months, you can enjoy creating your jewelry in a cool, relaxing space.

We welcome up to 10-12 guests per session, allowing our local artisans to provide you with personal guidance while maintaining a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere.

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