The Sterling Butterfly: Handcrafted Jewelry & Artisan Creations

July Make & Take - Metal Clay Pendant
2025-07-08 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our July Make and Take Class is a Metal Clay Pendant

You will design and create your own layered silver metal clay pendant. We will have some patterns for you to follow or you can design your own. This is a creative session as you can bring out your inner sculpture. This is the pendant only, chains are available for purchase if needed.

Cost $60Class size 6Time : 6 pm
Please bring magnification

Basic Tool Skills
2025-07-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Basic Tool Skill Class is the first of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.

In this class you will learn about the studio tools and safety, how to use pliers, hammers and anvils to texture, form and assemble jewelry.

All tools and materials will be provided.
No experience necessary and this will complete all the pre-requisites that will be needed in future advanced classes.
You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety
Class date – July 16, 2025Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $75

July Monthly Chain Making Session - Loop in Loop Links
2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session – July – Loop in Loop Links

During our 2 hour session we will create loop in loop links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites.

Our monthly chain making session will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

Christmas in July Ornament Making Workshop
2025-07-25 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Christmas in July Ornament Making Workshop

Join us to celebrate our Christmas in July event and make your own ornament with a satin ball and beads.

Cost $25Class size 12Time : 6 pm

Soldering Skills
2025-07-31 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Soldering Skills Class is one of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.
In this class you will learn about the torch and safety, best practices and different ways to solder and practice to get good at heat recognition. You will leave with a link bracelet.
All tools and materials will be provided.
No experience necessary

You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety
Class date – July 31, 2025Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $75

Sawing and Piercing Skills
2025-08-06 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Sawing and Piercing Class is one of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.

In this class you will learn how to work with a jeweler’s saw by cutting some samples. You will also learn how to pierce out a design.
All tools and materials will be provided.No experience necessary
You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety

Class date – August 6, 2025Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $75

Jewelry Skills Intensive - August 9,10
2025-08-09 - 2025-08-10 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Jewelry Basics Intensive session is a 2 day weekend session from 9-5 to learn many of the basic skills of jewelry making. This will encompass the 4 classes that will be pre-requisites for future advanced and intermediate classes.

We will also offer the 4 classes individually at other times.

All tools and materials are providedLunch will be provided both daysNo experience necessaryPlease bring a notebook, glasses/magnification for close up work and wear pants and closed toe shoes.

Class size 6Cost $350

Lodging suggestions if needed :Brickhouse Loft – https://brickhouseloft.mydirectstay.com/… – just down the street and a lovely, roomy boutique hotel. We have a student discount code: SBPHD25

Holiday Inn Express in Martinsville – https://www.ihg.com/…/us/en/martinsville/indmt/hoteldetail
You can reserve your spot here: https://square.link/u/74E3zYUF

August Make & Take - Textured Bezel Set Earrings
2025-08-20 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our August Make and Take Class is Textured Bezel Set Earrings

You will design and create your own pair of earrings. We will help you texure, shape and set your stones. .
No experience necessary.

Cost $65Class size 6Time : 6 pm
Please bring magnification

August Monthly Chain Making Session - Twisted Links
2025-08-27 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session – August – Twisted Links

During our 2 hour session we will create twisted links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites.

Our monthly chain making sessions will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

Forging and Forming Skills
2025-09-03 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Forging and Forming Class is one of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.

In this class you will learn about the hammers and how to move metal. You will learn how to form and shape metal pieces to create your desired effect. You will leave with a bangle bracelet and one ring.

All tools and materials will be provided.No experience necessary
You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety

Class date – Sept 3, 2025Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $75

Sapphire Bezel Set Pendant - Intermediate/Advanced Workshop
2025-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our first intermediate/advanced class

We will set a rose cut sapphire (color of your choice) in a bezel set sterling silver pendant. You will create your backplate, bezel and set your stone.

You will need to have completed the pre-requisite classes of basic tool skills and soldering or the jewelry intensive to attend this class.

All materials and tools are provided.

You will need to bring:notebookmagnification – I cannot stress that you need to see up close and fine details enoughclosed toe shoes
Date: Sept 20, 2025Time: 9am – 4 pm ( we will break for lunch at 12 for an hour, lunch is on your own, you can bring it or visit one of our downtown eateries.Cost: $150

Cancellation Policy: Classes and workshops are refundable with a minimum 72 hours notice. Cancellations received later than 72 hours prior to class will not receive a refund. We will not issue a refund if you do not show to your class.
Workshops and classes are for students 18 and up. Minors can register with prior approval and parental consent.

Chunky Link Bracelet
2025-09-23 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our September Make and Take Class is a chunky link bracelet

You will design a heavy link bracelet with sterling silver square wire. You will solder each link and then connect with smaller round links and make a clasp to finish it off.

No experience necessary. All materials provided.

Cost $75Class size 6Time : 6-9 pm
Please bring magnification and paper for note taking

September Monthly Chain Making Session - Celtic Knots
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session -Sept – Celtic Knots

During our 2 hour session we will create curb links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites.

Our monthly chain making session will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

Jewelry Skills Intensive - October 18,19
2025-10-18 - 2025-10-19 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States

October Monthly Chain Making Session - Kissing Links
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session -October

During our 2 hour session we will create paper clip links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites, we will be using torches to fuse and/or solder.

Our monthly chain making session will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

Spinner Gemstone Stone Ring - Day Class
2025-11-10 09:00 - 12:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our November Day Make and Take Class is a spinner ring with a bezel set stone and other bands.

Some soldering experience is preferred but not required. All materials provided.

Cost $95Class size 6Time : 9am – noon
Please bring magnification and paper for note taking

Sawing and Piercing Skills
2025-11-12 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Sawing and Piercing Class is one of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.

In this class you will learn how to work with a jeweler’s saw by cutting some samples. You will also learn how to pierce out a design.
All tools and materials will be provided.No experience necessary
You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety

Class date – November 12, 2025Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $75

Bezel Set Stone Ring
2025-11-18 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our November Make and Take Class is a ring with a bezel set stone

Some soldering experience is required. All materials provided.

Cost $75Class size 6Time : 6-9 pm
Please bring magnification and paper for note taking

November Monthly Chain Making Session - Helm Links
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session -November

During our 2 hour session we will create helm links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites, we will be using torches to fuse and/or solder.

Our monthly chain making session will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

Girl's Night Out - Holiday Bracelet
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | IN
Join us to kick off the holiday celebration in December with some fun, refreshments and a project. We will be making a chain maille holiday bracelet.
Cost is $40
Class limit – 6
Time: 6-9 pm

Gemstone Post Earrings
2025-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our December Make and Take Class is a pair of post earrings with gemstones.
Some soldering experience is required. All materials provided.

Cost $75Class size 6Time : 6-9 pm
Please bring magnification and paper for note taking

December Monthly Chain Making Session - Fancy Links
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Chain Making Session -December

During our 2 hour session we will create fancy links and connect them. We will create a few variations of them for different looks and purposes. This session has no prerequisites, we will be using torches to fuse and/or solder.

Our monthly chain making session will highlight various types of handcrafted chain. Each session will be 2 hours. You will learn a pattern and how to make some variations of the pattern for different looks and functions. You will have time to just practice making and depending on your speed you could end up with a bracelet or you can continue at home or during open studio time to complete a necklace or other items.

Class size is 6Cost is $40
No experience necessary, please bring readers/magnification.

January Charm School
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Charm School Class – January 2026

Our monthly charm school session will highlight various types of charms. Each session will be 2 hours. We will make something different each month. If you attend at least 4 sessions, you will be able to make a charm holder pendant (it will be a free separate session) and if you attend at least 8 sessions you get to create a charm bracelet (also a free separate session).
We will be creating a personal talisman charm for January using symbols and gemstones to set a personal focus or goal for the year.
January Charms will be a Talisman for the year
Class date – Jan 15, 2026
Class size – 6
Cost – $30
Time – 6-8 pm
all materials are provided
no experience necessary
please bring glasses/magnification to see – I can’t emphasize this enough you will need to be able to see detail, usually more than you do during a normal day.
Cancellation policy – You may cancel for a full refund up to 2 days before class. Within 2 days no refunds will be allowed unless we can fill your seat.

January Charm School
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Charm School Class – January 2026

Our monthly charm school session will highlight various types of charms. Each session will be 2 hours. We will make something different each month. If you attend at least 4 sessions, you will be able to make a charm holder pendant (it will be a free separate session) and if you attend at least 8 sessions you get to create a charm bracelet (also a free separate session).
We will be creating a personal talisman charm for January using symbols and gemstones to set a personal focus or goal for the year.
January Charms will be a Talisman for the year
Class date – Jan 20, 2026
Class size – 6
Cost – $30
all materials are provided
no experience necessary
please bring glasses/magnification to see – I can’t emphasize this enough you will need to be able to see detail, usually more than you do during a normal day.
Cancellation policy – You may cancel for a full refund up to 2 days before class. Within 2 days no refunds will be allowed unless we can fill your seat.

January Charm School
2026-01-22 12:00 - 14:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Monthly Charm School Class – January 22, 2026 – Day Session

Our monthly charm school session will highlight various types of charms. Each session will be 2 hours. We will make something different each month. If you attend at least 4 sessions, you will be able to make a charm holder pendant (it will be a free separate session) and if you attend at least 8 sessions you get to create a charm bracelet (also a free separate session).
We will be creating a personal talisman charm for January using symbols and gemstones to set a personal focus or goal for the year.
January Charms will be a Talisman for the year
Class date – Jan 22, 2026
Class size – 6
Cost – $30
Time – 12 noon – 2 pm
all materials are provided
no experience necessary
please bring glasses/magnification to see – I can’t emphasize this enough you will need to be able to see detail, usually more than you do during a normal day.
Cancellation policy – You may cancel for a full refund up to 2 days before class. Within 2 days no refunds will be allowed unless we can fill your seat.

Basic Tool Skills
2026-02-11 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Basic Tool Skill Class is the first of 4 classes that are pre requisites for more advanced classes.

In this class you will learn about the studio tools and safety, how to use pliers, hammers and anvils to texture, form and assemble jewelry.

All tools and materials will be provided.
No experience necessary and this will complete all the pre-requisites that will be needed in future advanced classes.
You will need to bring:Notebook for your notesMagnification/Reading glasses for close up workPlease wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety
Class date – February 11, 2026Time: 6-9 pmClass size – 6Cost – $100

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations up to 1 week before the date will be refunded or transferred to a different date. Within a week we will work with you to fill the seat but do not guarantee a refund.

February Charm School-Day Session
2026-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our monthly charm school session will highlight various types of charms. Each session will be 2 hours. We will make something different each month. If you attend at least 4 sessions, you will be able to make a charm holder pendant (it will be a free separate session) and if you attend at least 8 sessions you get to create a charm bracelet (also a free separate session).
In February we will be creating a handcrafted heart charm with love

February Charms will be a heart charm
Class date – February 18, 2026
Class size – 6
Cost – $30
all materials are provided
no experience necessary
please bring glasses/magnification to see – I can’t emphasize this enough you will need to be able to see detail, usually more than you do during a normal day.
Cancellation policy – You may cancel for a full refund up to 2 days before class. Within 2 days no refunds will be allowed unless we can fill your seat.

February Charm School
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States

The Stone & Story Bookclub
2026-02-19 20:00 - 22:00 | IN
Each quarter of the year we are hosting a bookclub. Our meeting will be on zoom so anyone, anywhere can join us!
The books will differ in genre but will be somehow jewelry centric.
The first one of 2026 is
The Lost Jewels by Kirsty Manning on February 19, 2026 at 8:00 pm eastern time.
The book can be purchased through Fables & Fairytales at a 25% discount, either at their physical location in Martinsville, IN or online at https://www.fablesandfairytale.com/product-page/the-lost-jewels
We also have an event for the bookclub on our Facebook group – https://www.facebook.com/share/17mA7zPyBr/
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82330563247?pwd=[REDACTED]

Jewelry Skills Intensive - February 21 & 22, 2026
2026-02-21 - 2026-02-22 | The Sterling Butterfly, 96 E Morgan St, Martinsville, IN, 46151, United States
Our Jewelry Basics Class is a 2 day session from 9-5 on a Saturday and Sunday. It is an intensive session of the 4 skill sets that will be pre-requisites for some of our more advanced classes. We will also offer the 4 classes individually at different times, if that works better for you.
You will learn:
Basic tool safety, wire working for connecting, texturing, forming, assembling, soldering, sawing, piercing and how to finish your pieces for a professional look.
All tools and materials will be provided.
No experience necessary and this will complete all the pre-requisites that will be needed in future advanced classes and to participate in Open Studio times.
You will need to bring:
Notebook for your notes
Magnification/Reading glasses for close up work-this is super important, it is necessary to see small, fine detail
Please wear closed toe shoes and pants for safety
Class date – February 21 & 22
Time: 9-5 pm, we will break an hour for lunch. You are welcome to bring your lunch or go to one of our many local restaurants near the shop.
Class size – 6
Cost – $450

Lodging suggestions if needed :Brickhouse Loft – https://brickhouseloft.mydirectstay.com/… – just down the street and a lovely, roomy boutique hotel. We have a student discount code: SBPHD25

Holiday Inn Express in Martinsville – https://www.ihg.com/…/us/en/martinsville/indmt/hoteldetail
You can reserve your spot here: https://square.link/u/74E3zYUF

Cancellation Policy – Cancellations accepted up to 1 week before the weekend. You may get a refund or switch to a different session. Within a week we will work with you to fill your seat.
