Discover the Art of Creating Handcrafted Jewelry with Master Artisan Francesca Faucette

In addition to teaching, Francesca is an active jewelry artist whose handcrafted designs are available both online and through local events and venues. Her work features artisan-crafted sterling silver jewelry, gemstones, wirework, and one-of-a-kind designs that reflect her passion for craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Whether you’ve always dreamed of creating your own jewelry or you’re ready to expand your metalsmithing skills, Francesca Faucette offers hands-on artisan jewelry workshops designed to inspire creativity and build confidence at the bench.

With more than 24 years of professional jewelry-making experience, Francesca brings a wealth of knowledge, craftsmanship, and passion to every class. Her workshops welcome both beginning and intermediate students and cover a wide variety of traditional and contemporary jewelry-making techniques.

Students can explore sterling silver and gemstone jewelry fabrication, ancient wire-wrapping techniques, artisan chain making, wire and cold connections, metal clay, polymer clay jewelry, and more. Each class is designed to provide practical skills, creative exploration, and personalized instruction in a supportive and encouraging environment.

For those interested in expanding their creative pursuits beyond jewelry, Francesca is also now scheduling private one-on-one beginner laser crafting sessions. Learn the fundamentals of laser cutting and engraving while exploring the exciting world of laser-crafted home décor, gifts, jewelry components, and woodcraft creations.

Located in the Knoxville area, Francesca’s workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn from an experienced artisan while creating beautiful, handcrafted pieces you’ll be proud to wear, gift, or display.

Join a community of makers, learn traditional artisan techniques, and experience the joy of creating jewelry by hand. From your first wrapped gemstone pendant to advanced sterling silver designs, Francesca’s workshops provide the skills, inspiration, and guidance to help you create jewelry you’ll treasure for years to come.