Florence: Custom wedding ring making experience.

Creating wedding rings by hand in Florence gives you more than a souvenir. You and your partner spend 2.5 hours shaping a shared keepsake under the guidance of Florencia, a trained goldsmith and jewelry designer. You choose the model, bring reference images, and take part in the making rather than simply selecting a finished ring.

I like the private format and the personal instruction in English, Italian, or Spanish. I also like that you can bring your own gold for recycling, which gives old jewelry a new purpose. The main consideration is that the $188 price covers a sterling silver ring without stones, while gold, engraving, stone-setting, and shipping cost extra.

Key points to know before booking

• You make the rings together: Florencia explains the process, then guides you through the work.
• The base price is for sterling silver: Stones, engraving, gold, and shipping are not included.
• Bring clear ideas: Reference images or a full-size design can help you create the result you want.
• The workshop is private: You get a more personal session instead of working in a large class.
• Florencia has a strong craft background: She studied industrial design in Buenos Aires and trained at Le Arti Orafe in Florence.
• The setting is a historic convent: The meeting point is on the first floor at Lab 12.

Making wedding rings instead of simply buying them

Florence is full of jewelry shops, but this workshop takes you behind the counter. You do not just point to a display model and pay. You sit with your partner, discuss the shape and style, and work on the rings with help from Florencia.

That difference matters. A wedding band is small, but it carries a lot of meaning. The workshop lets you build a memory around the object. You will remember the decisions, the work, and the time spent together, not only the finished metal.

The morning lasts about two and a half hours. That is long enough to explain the basic process and give you hands-on time, but short enough to fit into a busy Florence schedule. I would treat it as a focused appointment, not a casual drop-in activity. Come ready to concentrate, ask questions, and make choices.

The session is also suitable for anniversary bands. Vanessa from the United States used the workshop to make anniversary bands with her partner and praised Florencia’s creativity and patience. That makes this option useful beyond weddings. You could book it for a renewal, an anniversary, or a personal jewelry project shared by two people.

Meeting Florencia at Lab 12

The workshop takes place at a historic convent, with the meeting point listed as the first floor, Lab 12. The setting fits the activity well. You are not in a generic classroom or a large commercial studio. You are entering the working space of a jewelry maker who personally crafts pieces for her own collections.

Florencia was born in Buenos Aires and now lives in Italy, the country connected to her family roots. She studied at an Italian school in Buenos Aires before earning a degree in Industrial Design from the University of Buenos Aires. Her family background also reaches into jewelry. Her great-grandmother and grandmother operated jewelry businesses, and Florencia began taking jewelry courses at age 15.

Her professional training continued in Florence. In 2018, she received a scholarship to study at Le Arti Orafe, a respected Florence school for goldsmithing. That combination of design training and hands-on jewelry study helps explain the structure of the workshop: you get both creative choice and practical guidance.

Florencia speaks English, Italian, and Spanish. That is especially helpful when discussing small design details. Ring-making involves precise choices about shape, size, finish, and materials. Being able to explain your idea in a language you handle comfortably can make the process easier.

Choosing your ring design

The first part of the session is about deciding what you want to make. Florencia explains the process and helps you choose the model and style. You do not need to arrive with a finished design, but you should think about what you like before the appointment.

Bring reference images if you have them. A picture of a ring, a sketch, or an earlier idea can give the discussion a clear starting point. If you want something very precise, bring the design at full size. That detail is important because jewelry is tiny, and a design that looks simple on a phone screen may need changes when transferred to actual ring dimensions.

I would bring a small set of ideas rather than one rigid plan. You may find that the proportions need adjustment or that a different shape works better in metal. Florencia’s role is not only to follow instructions. She helps you understand what can be made during the session and guides you through the steps.

The private format makes this conversation more useful. You and your partner can discuss whether you want matching rings, related designs, or two different bands. The supplied details do not promise identical results or a particular finish, so ask Florencia about the exact design and final treatment you have in mind.

Working with sterling silver

The workshop base price is $188 per person. It includes what you need to make your jewelry creation in sterling silver, without stones. For two people, the listed base cost comes to $376 before any extra materials or services.

That price is reasonable for a private, guided craft session, but you should understand what it does and does not cover. You are paying for the workshop and sterling silver materials, not for a gold ring package with every possible finishing option included.

Sterling silver can be a practical choice for the workshop. It keeps the starting price clear and lets you focus on the making process. If your main goal is the shared activity and the story attached to the rings, silver may suit you well.

If you want gold, you have two options. You can bring gold that Florencia will recycle, or you can pay for gold by the gram based on the weight of the rings. The final gold cost therefore depends on the material and the finished weight. Ask about this before you begin if the metal matters to your budget.

Bringing family gold could add another layer of meaning. An old piece that is no longer worn might become a pair of wedding bands. Still, confirm the material and amount of gold you plan to bring before relying on it for the project. The supplied information says gold can be recycled, but it does not give a guaranteed exchange value or a list of accepted items.

What the 2.5-hour session includes

The workshop begins with an explanation of the process. Florencia then helps you settle on the model and style before you work on the rings. The exact order of each technical step is not specified, so you should expect instruction tailored to your chosen design rather than a fixed sightseeing-style schedule.

You will have her help as you make the rings. That is the heart of the activity. This is not an appointment where an artisan disappears into a back room and returns with finished jewelry. Your decisions and your hands are part of the result.

The time limit makes preparation useful. Two and a half hours can pass quickly when you are selecting a design and learning unfamiliar techniques. Bring your reference images ready, know your ring size if possible, and discuss important details at the start.

The activity is private, which gives you and your partner the full focus of the session. It also means the experience is less about meeting a class of strangers and more about marking a personal occasion. That privacy may be one of the strongest reasons to choose this workshop over a standard group craft class.

You should also ask how the rings will be finished and delivered. Shipping is not included and is arranged on the day of the workshop. The information provided does not say that every ring is ready to wear before you leave, so clarify the completion and delivery plan during your appointment.

Gold, stones, engraving, and shipping

The base workshop does not include extra stones or stone-setting. If you picture diamonds, colored stones, or another gem in the design, plan for an additional discussion and charge.

Engraving is also not included. This is easy to overlook when planning wedding rings. If you want names, dates, initials, or another message inside the band, ask about engraving before the workshop or during the design conversation.

Shipping costs extra as well. The shipping price is arranged on the day, so include it in your budget if the rings will be sent to you. The supplied information does not give a fixed shipping amount, delivery time, or destination list. Those details need to be confirmed directly at the workshop.

These added costs do not make the activity poor value. They simply mean the headline price is a starting point. I would compare the total cost based on your actual plan: silver or gold, plain or stone-set, engraved or unengraved, collected locally or shipped.

For the clearest budget, ask four questions at the beginning:

• Is sterling silver suitable for the design we want?
• How much gold will the finished rings require?
• Can the stones and engraving we want be added?
• What will shipping cost, and when will the rings be sent?

A short conversation can prevent surprises later.

Why Florencia’s background adds value

A jewelry workshop is only as good as the person guiding it. Florencia brings a family connection to jewelry, formal design study, long-term jewelry training, and goldsmith education in Florence.

Her degree in Industrial Design suggests an eye for form and function. Her jewelry courses, beginning in adolescence, provide the practical side. Her time at Le Arti Orafe gave her further technical training in the city where the workshop now takes place.

She also built the business gradually. After having two children and dealing with the difficulties of the pandemic, she launched her own brand in Florence. She began in a small home studio and later moved to the historic convent where she now makes the pieces for her collections.

That background gives the workshop a personal scale. You are working with the person behind the designs, not a large company using rotating instructors. The feedback about her patience is useful here. Vanessa specifically found Florencia creative and patient, and said she guided and taught every step while helping make anniversary bands.

For a hands-on activity, patience matters as much as technical skill. You may need a design explained twice, or you may change your mind after seeing the material. The strongest praise attached to this workshop centers on the guidance itself, so I would book it for the teaching as much as for the finished rings.

Who will enjoy this Florence activity

This workshop suits couples who want a personal keepsake and are willing to take part in the making. It is a good match for an engaged couple, a married couple marking an anniversary, or partners who want matching or connected jewelry.

It also suits people who like design decisions. You can bring images and ideas, then work with Florencia to turn them into a ring. If you prefer a quick purchase with a guaranteed finished product, a jewelry shop may be simpler.

The private group setup is useful for couples who want quiet time together. The activity is wheelchair accessible, and instruction is available in English, Italian, and Spanish. Those details make the session easier to plan for a wider range of visitors.

I would not book this without checking the extras if you have a strict budget. The base rate covers sterling silver without stones, while gold, stone-setting, engraving, and shipping add cost. The work also requires decisions, so it is better for people who enjoy a creative process than for anyone seeking a completely hands-off service.

Planning the morning in Florence

The workshop lasts 2.5 hours, and starting times depend on availability. Since the activity takes place in a working studio, arrive with your design references and material questions ready.

The meeting point is specific: first floor, Lab 12, in the historic convent. Confirm the exact directions when booking so you can reach the room without wasting part of your appointment.

The booking terms are flexible. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now while paying later. That is useful when your Florence schedule is still changing.

The activity has a five-out-of-five rating from three verified bookings, including comments describing it as special, worthwhile, creative, and patient. The sample is small, so I would not treat the rating as a guarantee of every technical outcome. Still, the praise is consistent on the key point: the personal instruction is a major part of the value.

Should you book the ring-making workshop?

Book it if you want your wedding or anniversary jewelry to carry the memory of making it together. Florencia offers personal guidance, a private setting, and a clear chance to shape the design yourself. Her jewelry background and patient teaching add substance to the romantic idea.

Before booking, decide how much material and customization you want. At $188 per person, the base package is for sterling silver without stones. Gold, stone-setting, engraving, and shipping are extra, so ask for the likely total if you want more than a plain silver design.

For couples who value a shared creative morning, this is a strong Florence choice. For anyone who wants a finished gold ring with no extra decisions, it may be less convenient. Bring your references, keep an open mind about the design, and confirm the finishing and shipping details before you start.

FAQ

How long does the wedding ring workshop last?

The workshop lasts 2.5 hours.

How much does the experience cost?

The listed price is $188 per person.

What material is included in the base price?

The base price includes the materials needed to make the jewelry creation in sterling silver, without any stone.

Can I make the rings in gold?

Yes. You can bring gold for Florencia to recycle, or gold can be charged by the gram based on the weight of the rings.

Are stones included?

No. Extra stones and stone-setting are not included in the base price.

Is engraving included?

No. Engraving is not included.

Is shipping included?

No. Shipping is arranged and priced on the day of the workshop.

What languages does Florencia speak during the workshop?

The workshop is available in English, Italian, and Spanish.

Is the workshop private and wheelchair accessible?

Yes. It is offered as a private group activity and is wheelchair accessible.