Handmade Holiday Jewelry

Design festive keepsakes in this two-part, in-person creative arts course inspired by A Longwood Christmas. With artist Hattie Weselyk, participants will use precious metal clay and botanical elements such as evergreen sprigs and berries to create fine silver jewelry. Each participant will make a pair of earrings and a pendant, which can be kept as a personal memento or given as a handmade holiday gift.

The clay pieces will be kiln-fired into 99.9% pure silver. The class is designed for adults, and no previous jewelry-making experience is required. Tools and materials are provided.

When: Fridays, November 13 and 20, 2026

Showtimes: 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on both class days

Tickets: $139; $125 for Longwood Gardens members and Innovators

Registration deadline: November 1, 2026

Venue: Longwood Gardens

Location: Grove Studio 108

Instructor: Hattie Weselyk, a self-taught jewelry artist who began pursuing artisanal work after retiring from a professional ballet career

Ages: Intended as an adult learning experience

Admission: The registration fee includes all-day admission to the Gardens on each day the class meets

Materials: Tools and materials are provided

Experience level: No experience necessary

Cancellation policy: Registration may be canceled up to two weeks before the event for a refund of the registration fee minus a $30 processing fee. Cancellations can be submitted by email or by calling 610-388-5454.