Oct 20 Tuesday
Are you dreaming of living more closely with the land, planning a homestead, or beginning a land-based business? This live online course focuses on how to forge the essential connection between sustainable land stewardship and a values-driven livelihood built on that land. We help you create a plan that aligns your goals with the land's resources and develop concrete next steps toward making that plan a reality. We will delve into:
- Options for land ownership and alternative forms of land access
- Land assessment and beginning planning using a holistic approach–what to look for and how to plan from the resources you actually have
- Prioritizing your needs and goals, so you don’t burn out and have joy in your life every day
- Creating a step-by-step, focused plan for growth and progress
- Lessons from others who have started successful farms or homesteads
Whether your interest is in full-time or part-time, individual or group, rural or urban homesteading, this is for you!
Oct 22 Thursday
Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of jewelry you'll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects, including rings, earrings, charms, pendants, and more. You'll personalize your design with your own creative touches while learning basic jewelry-making techniques in a fun, welcoming environment.
Whether you're making a keepsake for yourself or a meaningful handmade gift, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece and the satisfaction of saying, "I made that!"
*Drop in starting at 11am. Arrive by 3 to be sure you have time to complete the piece you want!
Prices start at just $25 and vary by project, with options available in sterling silver, brass, and a selection of gemstones.
Kid-friendly! Suitable for ages 6 and up. Younger participants or certain projects may require assistance from a parent or guardian to ensure everyone stays safe while creating.
Great for couples, bridemaid parties, girls time out, and everyone in between!
Oct 23 Friday
3 Day Drawing on Metal with Guest Instructor Deb Karash Oct 23rd-25th
Who doesn’t want to add a little color to their jewelry, or maybe your own patterns and images?
This class focuses on the basics of my technique for drawing on metal with colored pencils. Learn to add color and excitement to your work with my special technique. During this class you should finish at least one pendant of your own design and several sample pieces.
10-5 daily
$599 Workshop Fee
Materials List/Fee Separate ($50-ish) Paid at class
-All levels welcome!
Oct 24 Saturday
Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's fabulous instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering, shaping, hammering, and finishing your ring.
These also make great wedding bands! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) in our fully equipped studio. Or just take this as a fun make-and-take in our amazing maker space. This class is a little taste of what it’s like to make jewelry as a profession.
You'll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio.
$120 includes all materials
Arrive 15 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled.
*Convenient parking is available just below the studio in either the Harrah's Parking Garage or Rankin Parking Garage, 1st hour is free!
Happens on the following Dates:Oct 3, 2026, 1:30pm to 3:45pm Timezone:Oct 10, 2026, 1:30pm to 3:45pm Timezone:Oct 17, 2026, 1:30pm to 3:45pm Timezone: Oct 31, 2026, 1:30pm to 3:45pm Timezone:
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Oct 31 Saturday
Back by popular demand, but with a twist! Join us to make this set of 3 stacking rings in our downtown Asheville jewelry maker studio.
You will make your 3 rings then add a tube setting to one, and finish by setting a gemstone of your choosing. You'll finish the rings with a custom textured pattern and they'll polish to a beautiful finish.
Leave with the set of rings you made yourself!
Includes a Cubic Zirconia in color of your choice or gemstone upgrades may be available upon request
$125 includes all materials
*Ages 12 and up, great for couples, bridesmaids, locals and solo makers. No experience needed!