Forge your own wedding rings or friendship rings in Tuscany
Description
Immerse yourself in the world of goldsmithing – a special experience in the countryside Whether with friends or with your partner – an unforgettable workshop awaits you in my workshop in Tuscany: Together you will discover the fascinating world of goldsmithing, a heart of Florentine tradition. From melting the precious metal to rolling, drawing, hammering and sawing to filing, soldering, grinding and polishing. In just a few hours you will forge your own ring – a real one-off that will bring a lot of joy to yourself or a loved one. If you want, you can also bring old silver or gold. Together we melt it down and create something new. Previous knowledge? You don't have to. Just joy in design and desire for a special experience. Anyone can do it – and everyone goes home with a bright smile and a self-forged ring. In between, it gins a regional snack.
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Pickup Locations & Times
I like to pick up my guests at the bus stop in San Casciano Val di Pesa or in Montespertoli or Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (included in the price).
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- I am happy to pick up my guests at the bus stop in Montespertoli or San Casciano Val di Pesa or Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
Reviews(26)
Brilliant activity to do in Tuscany. So great to learn the process of making fine jewellery and to take something home that can be cherished forever. Very special.
Fantastic experience, highly recommend - beautiful location, and we were so well looked after. Walked away with amazing jewellery!
One of the trips that my husband and I will remember with the most pleasure in our lives will surely be the one we made in Tuscany to visit the talented goldsmith teacher Dörthe. Under her precious guidance, she managed with so much patience, clarity and passion to guide us from scratch in creating our wedding rings and a medal for our little dog, who was a guest with us in her workshop. Highly recommended experience and do not worry if you do not have any kind of goldsmith knowledge, Dörthe will take care of you step by step.
Grazie mille! E' stato prezioso anche per me e l'ospite d'onore (cagnolino) era fantastico!
A perfect combination of art, nature and hospitality. Crafting your own jewels under the expert guidance of a master goldsmith is an experience that enriches the spirit. The setting of the farmhouse and the kindness of the owner make your stay unforgettable. It is a rarity to find a place where the passion for the craft is transmitted with such generosity. An authentic experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking for beauty and creativity."thank you very much ❤️
Grazie a voi! E' stao un vero piacere lavorare e trascorrere tempo con voi!
Wonderful experience, we were welcomed (together with our dogs) in a beautiful typical Tuscan farmhouse in the middle of the Florentine hills with a spectacular view and Dörthe the goldsmith teacher guided us in the creation of two unique rings, she was very kind and we would recommend this out of the ordinary expierence to everyone❤️
A me piace tantissimo insegnare questo bellissimo mestiere! Siete state bravissime!
Dorthe is AMAZING!! We had trouble finding a bus that would make the morning class over the weekend and Dorthe was so accommodating and let us move to a day during the week. The buses were also a bit confusing (it was our first time taking them in Florence), and we got lost a couple times, but she was so patient. The process of making our rings was incredible. She explained each step and always checked in to make sure we were happy with how our jewelry turned out. In our breaks, it was lovely just getting to chat and spend time together. At the end of the class, Dorthe felt like family and it was sad saying goodbye. I couldn’t recommend this class more!
It was such a funny morning with you and you did a great job! Thank you so much!
We had an amazing experience with Dorthe making our wedding bands. With over 36 years of jewelry-making experience, she guided us through each step with patience and passion. We loved learning about the entire process — her expertise and enthusiasm truly shine through. Dorthe speaks fluent Italian, German, and English. We enjoyed the great conversations, tasty snacks, and her adorable dog. We left not only with beautiful rings but also with a wonderful memory. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much! It was a very pleasure for me! People like you make my work special!
Dörthe was extremely knowledgeable and a wonderful teacher! My husband and I made wedding rings. She walked us through the whole process: showcasing styles, helping us curate our preferred ring in the Florentine style, and walking us through every step. There was even a some water and snacks. Not to mention the whole atmosphere is STUNNING, perched on top of a villa in a workshop that windows showcase the beauty of the countryside. We absolutely loved being able to create our own wedding rings with the help of Dörthe! I would recommend this to anyone traveling through Florence if you’re looking for a once in a lifetime experience that gives you a piece of Italy to take home with you :)
Thank you so much! I love that people appreciate to work with their own hands! You did a wonderful job
We had the great pleasure of creating our own wedding rings with Dörthe – and it truly was an unforgettable experience! Her studio is set in a beautiful location, and from the very beginning the atmosphere was relaxed, warm, and completely stress-free. Even though we had no prior experience, Dörthe guided us patiently and professionally through every single step: from melting the gold to shaping, filing, and finally polishing our rings. After about 4 hours, we were holding two stunning rings in our hands. Dörthe is not only a talented goldsmith but also a wonderful host – friendly, knowledgeable, and with a lot of heart. She even offered us a delicious snack, which perfectly matched the relaxed atmosphere. A truly unique experience that we wholeheartedly recommend to any couple!
Thank you so much! I love to show people how this beautiful handcraft works. It was a pleasure to have you in. my studio.
My boyfriend and I stayed at Dörthe's and attended the course. was an experience absolutely to be redone, I highly recommend it! we created a beautiful jewel with our hands .. completely from scratch! beautiful, I recommend everyone to try at least once!!
Grazie mille! E‘ stato un piacere lavorare con voi!
