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Beginning Filigree and Beyond Online Course

Start Learning the Art of Filigree Now!

Unlock the art of manipulating fine wires into intricate designs. With immediate and unlimited access to detailed, step-by-step demonstrations and live support from Victoria, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to create your own stunning filigree pendants, earrings, rings, bracelets, and more with Russian filigree, Nordic filigree, and beyond.

This course features 3 yearly Zoom Q&A Session and asynchronous support from Victoria to get all your questions answered.

 

Dive into the Beauty of Filigree

  • Eastern repoussé, Russian filigree, chased, and engraved miniature bookcase pendant/brooch
    Echo Knowledge, Eastern repoussé, Russian filigree, chased, and engraved miniature bookcase pendant/brooch
  • Labyrinthine, Maze Shank, filigree ring; sterling, fine silver, Koroit opal
    Labyrinthine, Maze Shank, filigree ring
  • Rosette II, Russian filigree and granulation ring with holly blue agate in 18k, 22k gold and fine silver; photo: Pat Vasquez-Cunningham
    Rosette II
    Granulation and Russian dome filigree ring,
    2015; 22k and 18k gold, sterling, fine silver, holly blue agate
  • contemporary Russian filigree brooch in the shape of a cello
    Cello, Russian filigree brooch, 18k, 22k gold, sterling, fine silver
  • Casablanca III, filigree earrings with drusy
    Casablanca III, filigree earrings
  • Drip, Russian filigree pendant on a hand woven chain by Victoria Lansford
    “Like the Drip, Drip, Drip of the Raindrops…”
  • Envisioned II, Russian filigree earrings, 2017 22k and 18k gold, sterling, fine silver, titanium bonded chalcedony drusy 2.75 x 1 x 0.25 in Photo by Pat Vasquez-Cunningham
Darling, lotus have some tea..., Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated tea infuser, strainer, and stand
Darling, lotus have some tea…, Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated tea infuser, strainer, and stand
Darling, lotus have some tea..., Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated (tea infuser)
Darling, lotus have some tea…, Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated (tea infuser)
Darling, lotus have some tea..., Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated tea infuser (strainer)
Darling, lotus have some tea…, Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, chased, pierced, and fabricated tea infuser (strainer)
  • Embraces Herself, Russian filigree ring with maze style shank
    Embraces Herself, Russian filigree ring with maze style shank, 2024 18k and 22k gold, sterling, fine silver, Peruvian opal 1 x 0.875 x 0.812 in Photo by Pat Vasquez-Cunningham

From the Master Who Created the Filigree Revival:

Beginning Filigree and Beyond Online Course

Imagine if you could finally bring to life those intricate designs that have been living in your mind for years. Imagine being able to create delicate curves and swirls, and watch as your filigree designs evolve right before your eyes.

Now, imagine the satisfaction that comes with getting all those tension-fitted wires to stay in place. You’ll be able to approach each project with confidence and ease, knowing that you have the skills and knowledge to create something beautiful.

Discover how to use this traditional technique to create timeless as well as contemporary designs in your own voice. The possibilities are endless.

Whether you’re a jeweler, metalsmith, goldsmith, silversmith, or intermediate jewelry hobbyist, this course is designed to help you take your skills to the next level and create unique, luxurious pieces that stand the test of time.

A Few of the Filigree Course Projects

  • Filigree Ring Project in sterling and fine silver
  • Orb V, Russian filigree pendant with Koiroit opal on a Roman chain, 2010; sterling, fine silver, Koroit opal
  • Blue Jellyfish, Russian filigree ring
  • Sea Star II, Russian Filigree ring by Victoria Lansford; photo by Pat Vasquez-Cunningham

Start Learning Now with over 6 hours of highly detailed demo videos and 5 projects with 4+ variations to work on at your own pace

Some of What you’ll Learn and make

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Create a domed, Russian filigree (tension-fitted, open-back) pendant while learning how to make the perfect filigree frame and filler wires.

2

Make a Russian filigree, tapering ring band and discover how to utilize different types of frame wire to create distinct looks and formability

3


Create rings, earrings and beads with filigree domes, flowers, and starfish.

4


Solder effectively with powdered solder to retain the elegant detail of the wirework. No flooded solder messes here!

5

Bonus: Add color and value by incorporating gold in your filigree

6

Bonus: Explore different filigree filler wire variations from ‘lima beans’ and loops to tight or lacy coils. 

7

Grasp the differences between granulation and filigree from antiquity and how you can combine the techniques in your own designs. 

8

Confidently bend and sculpt your filigree into rings, orbs, beads, chokers, bracelets, and more. 

9

Bonus: Explore Micro-TIG welding filigree

10

Bonus: Completely level up your work by forging and varying the thickness of a filigree frame

11

Bonus: Learn how to quickly construct and embellish with Nordic, Norwegian, and Thai styles of filigree.

Holding It Together - 3D Filigree Hair Comb by Victoria Lansford
Holding It Together Russian filigree hair comb, 2023 Sterling, fine silver 5 x 2.75 x 0.25 in
Contemporary Nordic filigree ring in progress - Victoria Lansford
Contemporary Nordic filigree ring in progress
Bonus 2 - Soldering Florets to Sheet - Filigree & Beyond
Victoria Lansford (and dogs)
About Your Instructor

Hello, I’m Victoria Lansford, an artist and educator, dedicated to preserving ancient techniques and infusing them with contemporary artistry. For over 35 years, I’ve immersed myself in the world of metalsmithing, creating works that range from intricate studio jewelry to architectural metalwork.

My passion lies in techniques such as Russian filigree, Eastern repoussé, granulation, and chain making. Through my artwork, publications, and workshops, I’ve sparked an international revival of these nearly lost historical processes.

In this course, I share my extensive technical skills to help you discover the artistic potential of filigree. Together, we’ll explore the delicate dance of fine wires, transforming them into stunning designs that echo both tradition and innovation.

Curves in the Right Places II, Russian filigree collar, 2010 Sterling, fine silver 6 x 6 x 1 in
Curves in the Right Places II, Russian filigree collar, 2010 Sterling, fine silver 6 x 6 x 1 in

How It Works

GET TONS OF INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT AS YOU PROGRESS THROUGH THE COURSE AT YOUR OWN PACE

  • Beginning Russian Filigree Course Dashboard on screen

2026 Live Q&A Session Dates:

All sessions are, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Eastern Time (Atlanta, GA)

February 12, 2026

May 21, 2026

October 15, 2026

How It Works

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Your access is immediate and unlimited!

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Watch videos, work along at your own pace. Post design ideas, progress pics, and ask questions. It’s like I’m in your studio!

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Come to the many live Zoom sessions (recorded) for in-depth help. (Dates below.)

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Progress through all the steps from faster rings to complex cuffs then learn to make and apply keum boo (eutectically bonded gold foil).

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Access all the recordings, demos, help, and get your questions answered regularly through the course dashboard

What others have made from studying filigree with Victoria

  • Russian Filigree Flower Ring 3 Lilli Lehtonen RF1
    Lilli Lehtonen’s Russian Filigree Flower Ring
  • Milt Fischbein’s Crown and Tiara
  • Lilli Lehtonen's Flower Garden Necklace, Russian filigree, filigrana
    Lilli Lehtonen’s Flower Garden Necklace
  • Floral Nouveau Wedding Rings by Hisako Yamada Laceworks RF1
    Hisako Yamada’s Floral Nouveau, Russian filigree wedding rings
  • Andrea Terry's Time Flies when You're in a Vortex
    Andrea Terry’s Time Flies when You’re in a Vortex
  • Annabel Alleyne's Shield Necklace
    Annabel Alleyne’s Shield Necklace

What makes Victoria’s Filigree Courses So Special

  • Achieve levels of skill that you didn’t know you had

    I just spent the most wonderful class with one of the best teachers that I have ever had the pleasure of learning from. Victoria is a true artist and shares her gift teaching with patience, passion, good humor, and enthusiasm…she has an infectious laugh, and you can’t help laughing with her while she encourages you to achieve levels of skill that you didn’t know you had.
    Patti D’Arbanville
    Artist, Actress

  • The Michael Bublé of teachers

    Victoria, you are the Michael Bublé of teachers. If you’ve never seen him perform, it’s a real treat because he is so connected to his audience. When he’s on stage it’s all about the audience, not about him. His ego is nowhere to be found, and you teach the same way. You love what you do, and it comes through in your teaching. Thank you for that!
    Geraldine Brophy
    Artist

  • These courses prove that you really care

    As an educator myself, I appreciate the sheer amount of time you put in the preparation of all those materials and videos. With the care you take you have raised my work to another level. These courses prove that you really care about your students and their success!
    Delores Heiden
    D u0026amp; D’s Rock u0026amp; Wire

START LEARNING NOW!

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Immediate course access to all demos and live session recordings plus ongoing live support from Victoria!

What others have made from studying filigree with Victoria

  • Victoria Hall’s Net Dress with Russian filigree collar
  • Natalie Freedman’s Magnolia Perserverance, Russian filigree neck and back piece
  • Victoria Hall’s Return, Russian filigree and forged vase
  • Dia De Los Muertos Pendant by Suzanne Dugas RF1
    Suzanne Dugas’ Dia De Los Muertos Pendant
  • Endless Wave by Nora McMullen RF1
    Nora McMullen’s Endless Wave, filigree and enamel pendant
  • Russian filigree earrings RF1
    Jose G Griego’s Tears of Light, Russian filigree earrings
  • Russian filigree brain pendant RF1
    Karen Reule’s Filigree Brain pendant
Storms of Juno, Russian filigree cuff bracelet by Victoria Lansford
Storms of Juno, Russian filigree cuff bracelet by Victoria Lansford

Frequently Asked Questions

Many of my online students cannot attend any of the live session because of time zones, work, or other obligations but still do fabulous work in the courses and are able to connect with me and each other through the dashboard asynchronously.

Access to the live session, coaching calls will be posted on Padlet (the class dashboard) within 24 hours.

All of the Q&A session recordings, demonstration videos, the ability to ask questions, and request feedback will be available to students indefinitely.

Wire working is not a prerequisite for this course. Plenty of people who have little experience or success in fine wire working go onto to create beautiful filigree after studying with me.

The Beginning Filigree and Beyond Course features more projects and newer demos filmed in 4k with with twice as much demo content not included in the Russian Filigree DVD/Vimeo download

The Vimeo video was filmed in 2006 in lower 720 resolution, and while the professional camera work gets super up close, the technology means the videos are not as sharp as in the course.

Many students learn well from both the Vimeo video and my online courses. It really depends on whether you work best with a completely self-paced format (Vimeo/DVD), or whether you’d prefer help, support, and coaching from me, the built-in accountability of learning in a group, and a flexible schedule to keep you on track with your goals that only the online course offers.

A complete list of tools is available here. Please note that no login is required to access this link.

No, but I’m thrilled to teach people in the comfort of their studios. Running my own online school takes an enormous amount of time, but it allows me to teach people around the world without the physical pain that traveling was causing me. I miss spending time with people in person, but I don’t miss hauling heavy suitcases and walking miles in airports. Now, everyone gets a front row seat with more individualized help and the extended time to learn complex projects and techniques that I was never able to offer in person.

You must know how to solder with a torch and have basic jewelry making skills including soldering, sawing, filing, etc.

*Making filigree frame and filler wire requires access to a rolling mill. If you don’t have a rolling mill, you can purchase both wire types pre-made here.

**Filigree Wire Example Card & sample jar of Russian Filigree Powdered Solder $30. available through Victoria’s website.

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