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Meet one of our metal-smith instructors, Skip from Malachite Silver Co. ✨Skip is a self-taught metal-smith based here in...
06/18/2026

Meet one of our metal-smith instructors, Skip from Malachite Silver Co. ✨

Skip is a self-taught metal-smith based here in Portland, Oregon. She started playing with flame and metal during peak pandemic and fell in love with every aspect of metal-smithing and never looked back.

She teaches a variety of classes here at Wildcat and loves sharing her knowledge, tips and tricks with the community.

For a full list of classes and openings, head to the link in our bio ⚡️

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Wildcat Clay Corner is now offering private parties hosted by  ! Here’s some shots from our most recent party, a whole l...
06/16/2026

Wildcat Clay Corner is now offering private parties hosted by !

Here’s some shots from our most recent party, a whole lot of fun with your people, creating memories and functional art 🫶🏼

We are able to host 4-10 people for a two hour period where you have the choice to work on a the wheel or a hand building project!

If you want to learn more send us a message or email and let’s make it happen!

Meet Lilly from  ✨Lilly, a Portland-based Metalsmith, is known for crafting one-of-a-kind jewelry. In a world of mass pr...
06/09/2026

Meet Lilly from ✨

Lilly, a Portland-based Metalsmith, is known for crafting one-of-a-kind jewelry. In a world of mass production, she’s dedicated to keeping the tradition of handmade craftsmanship alive.

Lilly is a gem of a human and instructor and she is part of the metal-smithing team here at Wildcat. We are so lucky to have her and taking classes with her is always a treat 🫶🏼

You can head to the link in our bio to snag a seat today and join in on the fun with some hands on learning in the world of metal-smithing ⚒️

05/31/2026

Come and play in the sand and sand cast your own wearable piece of art or trinket from start to finish!

We have class registration open for the summer through our website and Portland Community College and are offering a few different dates for this one!

You can head to the link in our bio or head to PCC’s website to snag your spot and get some more info🔥

05/29/2026

Our June & July black-smithing classes are live and registration is open

Come dive into the world of black-smithing with us this summer and create your very own hand forged piece ⚒️

Head to the link in our bio for more info and to snag your seat!

Wildcat has teamed up with  to bring the community summer teen camps! These camps are built for teens ages 12-17 who are...
05/28/2026

Wildcat has teamed up with to bring the community summer teen camps!

These camps are built for teens ages 12-17 who are curious about the world of creating and want to get some hands-on learning this summer✨

Wildcat is specifically offering classes in pottery & welding but there are also a ton of other options with a little something for everyone🫶🏼

You can head to PCC’s website to learn more and register your kiddo for a fun packed summer☀️

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We have THREE classes this month that have a few seats left so we are offering them up at a 20% discount! This is a grea...
05/14/2026

We have THREE classes this month that have a few seats left so we are offering them up at a 20% discount!

This is a great opportunity to try your hand at metal smithing & black smithing at a steal of a price!

Come get your hands dirty and play with some flame with us!

⚒️Black Smith Tools: May 17th from 1-5pm
🔥Metal Smith Soldering: May 20th from 6-9pm
💎Metal Smith Cabochon: May 31st/June 7th from 11am-2pm

Head to the link in our bio to snag your seat before they’re gone!

05/13/2026

Our cabochon setting class on May 31st from 11am - 2pm has a couple seats left and we’re offering the remaining seats up at T W E N T Y•P E R C E N T•O F F ✨

In this class hosted by Skip from you’ll learn how to properly set a cabochon in a setting you made with your own two hands from start to finish. Students are given the option to make a pendant or a ring and Skip will walk you through every single step, teaching you all the skills to create your own wearable piece of art!

We provide all the equipment and materials all you have to do is show up eager to learn the world of metal-smithing⚒️

Head to the link in our bio to snag your seat before it fills up!

05/12/2026

Some recent pieces from our soldering class and a quick little tour of our metal-smithing studio!

In this class our experienced instructors teach you the ins and outs of multiple different soldering methods as well as getting you even more comfortable with all the tools you’ll be using in a metal-smithing studio! You will also learn the finishing and polishing process and will leave with a piece of art created with your own two hands 🫶🏼

Our soldering class on May 20th from 6-9pm still has a few seats open so we are offering them up at a 20% discount!

Head to our bio to learn more and snag your seat!

We have a few spots left for our Blacksmith Tool Forging class on May 17th and are offering these spots at a 20% discoun...
05/11/2026

We have a few spots left for our Blacksmith Tool Forging class on May 17th and are offering these spots at a 20% discount!

Blacksmith forging is a traditional craft that involves shaping metal through the application of heat and hammering.

The process begins by heating a metal work piece in a forge until it becomes red-hot, making it malleable and easier to manipulate. Once the metal reaches the desired temperature, the blacksmith uses a hammer and anvils to shape, bend, or cut the metal into the desired form. . Forging can be used to create a wide variety of tools, from hammers and chisels to knives and axes, all of which benefit from the strength and durability imparted by the process. The heat, combined with the force applied during forging, results in a hardened material that can withstand heavy use, making it an ideal technique for producing high-performance tools.

If this is something you’ve been wanting to do, this is a great opportunity to get your hands dirty and learn the trade at a steal!

Head to the link in our bio to learn more and snag your seat before they’re gone!

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3611 NE 50th Avenue
Portland, OR
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