Make Your Own Bali Silver Jewelry Class with Balinese Family

The most interesting part of this Ubud activity is that it takes place in Delodsema Traditional Village, a small community of about 60 families where silver work supports much of local life. You do not simply choose a souvenir from a shelf. You shape one yourself, with local teachers guiding you through burning, cutting, cleaning, and finishing.

I like two things right away: the personal design choice, which lets you adapt a sample or bring your own idea, and the direct support for a Balinese family business. Petro and Angus are named instructors, and the small maximum of eight people should give you useful help. The main caution is that some people may find the staff a little too hands-on, especially if you want to complete every step independently.

Key points before you book

• A small village setting: The workshop is in Delodsema Traditional Village, north of Ubud, where silver smithing is a major part of the local economy.
• One handmade piece per person: You can make a ring, bracelet, earrings, or a listed lion design, then take your finished silver home.
• Up to 4 grams included: More silver costs IDR 100,000 per additional gram, so decide early how substantial you want your piece to be.
• A two-hour hands-on class: You take part in the process from heating and cutting to cleaning and finishing, with safety help along the way.
• Small groups: The class accepts no more than eight people, which matters when you need help with fine work.
• Bring cash for extras: Gemstones cost IDR 100,000 to IDR 500,000, and extra silver or time is charged separately.

A silver workshop in a village north of Ubud

This class gives you a useful look at a working craft community rather than a polished retail stop. Delodsema Traditional Village is described as home to roughly 60 families, with silver smithing accounting for more than 60 percent of the village’s economic activity.

That detail matters. Your fee does more than cover materials and instruction. Part of the income goes back into the village, while local teachers earn from the skills they already use. If you want a souvenir with a clear connection to the place where you bought it, this has more meaning than picking up a mass-produced piece at a market.

The meeting point is Ubud MK2 Silver Class on Jalan Raya Tegallalang, in Sapat, Tegallalang, Gianyar. The activity ends at the same point. Transport to and from the workshop is not listed, so you should plan your own way there and allow enough time to find the address.

You receive a mobile ticket, and confirmation comes at booking. The class lasts about two hours, which makes it easy to fit into a day around Ubud, though the session can cost more if you choose to stay longer.

Choosing your design before the silver gets hot

The class begins with design. You can look at sample jewelry and choose the type of piece you want to make. The listed choices are a ring, bracelet, earrings, or a lion design. You can also show the instructors an idea you already have.

This is one of the best features for anyone who wants a personal result. A simple design is likely to be easier to finish within two hours and within the included silver allowance. A more detailed shape, a wider band, or a piece with added decoration may use more material or require more time.

You should think about the final object before you start cutting. A ring is a practical choice if you know your size. Earrings may suit you if you want a small keepsake, while a bracelet can require more silver depending on its width and design. The listed lion option gives you a more distinctive shape, but the information does not specify its exact format, so ask the instructor what that design involves at the start.

The teachers can help turn a rough idea into something workable. That is useful if you have never handled silver before. It also means you should be clear about how much of the process you want to do yourself. One piece of feedback describes the staff as friendly but sometimes too involved, with the instructors taking over steps the participant hoped to handle alone.

I would set expectations early: tell the teacher you want to try each stage first, then ask for help when needed. That approach should give you a better balance between safety and independence.

From heating and cutting to a finished piece

The class covers the basic process of making silver jewelry for beginners. You are guided through burning, cutting, cleaning, and finishing, rather than only decorating a ready-made blank.

Heating silver is the part that needs the most care. The instructor’s help is important here, both for safety and for getting the material ready to shape. You are not expected to know how to use the equipment before arriving, and an experienced teacher is included.

Cutting gives your design its basic form. This is where a simple plan helps. Small errors can affect the shape, so take your time and listen to the instructions. The class is meant for beginners, but beginner-friendly does not mean completely effortless. You will be making a real object, and the finished piece may have small signs of the hand that made it.

Cleaning comes next, helping remove roughness and prepare the silver for its final appearance. The last stage is finishing, when the piece takes on its completed form. The instructors stay nearby throughout the project, and the stated goal is to help you get the jewelry you want while keeping you safe.

The process is short enough to feel manageable, but two hours is not a long time for a craft class. If you want a complex design or spend a long time choosing stones, you may need an additional hour. The extra time costs IDR 100,000 per hour.

What 4 grams of silver really means

The $45 price includes silver up to four grams. That is enough for a small design, but it is not an unlimited material allowance. The amount matters most if you want a heavy ring, a broad bracelet, or a larger piece.

Each person receives one individual silver ration. You cannot combine or share your allowance with another person. That rule is easy to miss if you are booking as a couple or family, so plan on making one piece per person with each person’s own silver allocation.

If your design needs more than four grams, the additional charge is IDR 100,000 per gram. The workshop also asks you to prepare cash if you want extra silver or a gemstone. Materials from outside cannot be brought in, including silver and gemstones.

The fee offers fair value if you want both an activity and a take-home item. You are paying for instruction, materials, drinks, and the chance to make something with local help. It is less attractive if your only goal is to buy inexpensive jewelry, since a market purchase would be simpler and faster.

The value improves if you care about the making process. You leave with a souvenir tied to your own choices, and you have seen how much work goes into a small silver object.

Adding a gemstone, with a cash budget ready

Gemstones are optional and cost IDR 100,000 to IDR 500,000. The wide price range means the final bill depends on what you choose, so ask about the cost before committing to a stone.

I would not wait until the last few minutes to decide. Stone selection can use up some of the two-hour session, and a design with a gemstone may require more work than a plain silver piece. If you are trying to keep the experience close to the advertised price, skip the stone and focus on the silver itself.

You cannot bring your own gemstone or silver from outside. This keeps the material process under the workshop’s control, but it also limits your options. Bring cash if you think you may want an addition, since the instructions specifically recommend it.

Friendly instruction and the right level of help

The strongest personal feature of the class is the contact with the instructors. Petro and Angus are named as especially helpful and friendly, and the class is built around direct guidance rather than a formal lecture.

That matters when you are learning a craft with heat, tools, and small pieces of metal. You can ask for help as you work, and the teacher can step in during the stages that require more care. Bottled water and coffee or tea are included, a small but welcome touch during the session.

The small group limit of eight should help keep the class manageable. It does not guarantee one-to-one attention every second, but it is much more workable than a large workshop where you wait for help.

Still, the teaching style may not suit everyone. One participant wanted more room to work alone and felt the staff sometimes took over. If you are very protective of your design or want a slow, independent craft session, explain that before the first major step.

For most beginners, hands-on help is likely to be useful. The best experience will come from treating the instructor as a safety guide and craft coach, not as someone who should do the whole piece for you.

Why the family-business connection matters

The workshop was created by someone who grew up in a silver smithing family in the village. That background gives the activity a stronger local connection than a class set up only for short-term tourism.

More than 60 percent of the village’s economic activity is linked to silver work, according to the information provided. The class helps local people earn more from their craft and introduces their work to people from outside Bali.

You should not expect a full cultural tour of the village. The confirmed activity is a jewelry-making class at the workshop meeting point, and the details do not promise a wider village walk or a long explanation of village customs. What you do get is a direct look at one important local trade through the people who practice it.

That limited focus is part of the appeal. You spend your time making something, rather than moving quickly between several unrelated stops.

Timing, group size, and practical planning

The class takes about two hours and returns to the meeting point when it ends. Since no pickup service is listed, check your route to the Ubud MK2 Silver Class address before the day of your booking.

The group maximum is eight people. Most people can take part, and the activity is presented for beginners. Still, the process involves handling tools and heated silver, so follow the instructor’s safety directions closely.

A mobile ticket makes entry simple. Confirmation is provided at booking, so keep the booking details available on your phone. You may also want cash for gemstones, extra silver, or additional time.

The cancellation terms are straightforward: cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.

Who will enjoy this class most

I would recommend this to you if you want a souvenir with your own fingerprints on it, both literally and in the design sense. It suits couples, friends, and solo participants who like learning by doing and do not mind a little trial and error.

It is also a good choice if you want to support a small Balinese family business and prefer a village-based activity to a standard shopping stop. The two-hour length makes it practical for a short stay in Ubud.

You may want to think twice if you dislike close instruction, need a fully private class, or want to make several pieces. One person can make one item, and the included material is limited to four grams. You will also pay more for extra silver, gemstones, or time.

If you have a precise, complex design in mind, send or show the idea at the beginning and ask whether it fits the material and time allowance. A simpler design may give you a more satisfying result before the class ends.

Should you book the Ubud silver jewelry class?

Book it if you want an active, personal souvenir and like the idea of learning from a local silver-making family. The $45 price is reasonable for a two-hour class with instruction, drinks, up to four grams of silver, and one finished item, especially when part of the income supports the village.

Go in with a clear design, a modest expectation for size, and cash for possible extras. Tell Petro, Angus, or your instructor that you want to do as much as possible yourself. With that small bit of planning, this can be a useful and memorable break from sightseeing, with a piece of Bali you actually helped make.

FAQ

Where does the silver jewelry class take place?

The meeting point is Ubud MK2 Silver Class, on Jalan Raya Tegallalang No. Br, Sapat, Tegallalang, Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia. The experience ends back at the same location.

How long does the class last?

The class lasts approximately two hours. Additional time costs IDR 100,000 per hour.

What type of jewelry can I make?

You can make a ring, bracelet, earrings, or a listed lion design. You may also bring an idea and ask the instructors to help adapt it.

How much silver is included?

The class includes a maximum of four grams of silver for each person. Silver allowances cannot be shared with other participants.

What do extra materials cost?

Additional silver costs IDR 100,000 per gram. Optional gemstones cost between IDR 100,000 and IDR 500,000. Prepare cash if you want either addition, and do not bring silver or gemstones from outside.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the local start time are not accepted and are not refunded.