Poison Rings: Hinges, Lids, and Compartments

Intermediate
October 10, 17 & 24, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm View in Your Timezone

Explore the mystery and mechanics of the historical poison ring: a wearable container with a hidden compartment. Students may fabricate a ring or small container with a fitted lid while learning advanced soldering techniques and practical approaches to hinges, catches, clasps, and friction-fit closures. Studio-wellness strategies for pacing, posture, torch safety, and advanced fabrication are included. Make a small object that opens beautifully, closes securely, and holds a secret.

All of our online workshops are recorded and, with purchase of the seat in the class, students have access to the recording(s) between workshop sessions as well as for 60 days after the workshop ends.

Meet the Instructor

Kristina Malcolm

Kristina Malcolm is a metalsmith, educator, researcher, and writer with an MFA in Craft and 30 years of practice. Although teaching since age 9, she began teaching online in 2016 and launched Mastering Low-Tech Casting in 2020. Her research focuses on the hand–brain connection for wellness through making. In 2025, she had a solo exhibit…

$220.00

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