Florence: Custom wedding ring making experience.

Creating wedding rings by hand gives a Florence visit a personal purpose. In a private 2.5-hour workshop, you choose the style, work with goldsmith Florencia, and help shape rings that carry a story beyond the city itself. You can bring reference images, and even a full-size design if you have something precise in mind.

I like the hands-on process, rather than simply ordering a finished piece. I also like that Florencia speaks English, Italian, and Spanish, and has the patience to guide beginners through each stage. The main consideration is that the $188 price per person covers a sterling silver creation without stones, while gold, engraving, stone setting, and shipping cost extra.

Key points before you book

• You make the rings yourself: Florencia explains the process, then guides you as you work.
• The base price is for sterling silver: Stones, engraving, gold, and shipping are not included.
• Bring clear design ideas: Reference images or a full-size template can help if you want a particular shape.
• Florencia has serious jewelry training: She studied Industrial Design in Buenos Aires and goldsmithing at Le Arti Orafe in Florence.
• The workshop is private: You and your partner can work at your own pace within the 2.5-hour session.
• The studio is in a historic convent: The meeting point is on the first floor at Lab 12.

Why making the rings beats simply buying them

Florence is full of tempting purchases: leather goods, paper, ceramics, gold jewelry, and small objects that fit easily into a suitcase. A handmade wedding ring is different. You are not just selecting a souvenir. You are helping create something you may wear for decades.

That distinction matters. The activity gives you a shared task, not just another appointment on a packed sightseeing schedule. You and your partner discuss shape, style, and material, then turn those decisions into an actual piece of jewelry. The result may not have the polished perfection of a factory-made ring, and that is part of its character.

The workshop also lets you make a design that feels like yours. You can arrive with reference photos, sketches, or previous ideas. If the shape needs to be exact, you can bring a full-size version of the design. That is useful for couples who already know what they want but need a professional to help turn the idea into a workable ring.

If you arrive with no firm plan, Florencia will explain the process and help you choose a model and style. The supplied information does not promise a fixed menu of designs, so you should think of the session as a guided design appointment rather than a standard craft class with one set project.

Meeting Florencia in the Florence studio

Florencia, the goldsmith leading the session, grew up in Buenos Aires in a family connected to jewelry. Her great-grandmother and grandmother ran jewelry businesses, and she began taking jewelry courses at age 15. She later earned a degree in Industrial Design from the University of Buenos Aires.

Her professional path adds useful context to the workshop. In 2018, she received a scholarship at Le Arti Orafe in Florence to improve her technical goldsmith skills. After raising two children and dealing with the difficult period of the pandemic, she started her own brand. Her work now takes place in a small studio inside a historic convent.

You meet at the first floor, Lab 12. The setting is part of the appeal, but the real advantage is working directly with the person making the jewelry. You are not passed from a booking desk to an anonymous instructor. Florencia personally creates the pieces for her collections and teaches the workshop herself.

Language should not be a major obstacle. Instruction is available in English, Italian, and Spanish. That gives international couples a practical choice of language when discussing a design, asking questions, or clarifying how much work they want to do themselves.

The first stage: choosing a design and material

The workshop begins with a discussion of what you want to make. Florencia explains the process, then helps you settle on the model and style. This is the time to talk through width, shape, finish, and any personal details you already have in mind.

I would prepare before arriving. Save a few reference images on your phone, and bring a paper design if that is easier to discuss. If you have a precise shape or pattern, the instructions specifically allow you to bring it at full size. The clearer your idea, the more useful your time with Florencia will be.

The standard workshop price covers the materials needed for a jewelry creation in sterling silver, with no stone. At $188 per person, this is not a bargain workshop for a simple souvenir. It is a specialist, private activity, and the price makes more sense if you value the instruction and the personal meaning of the finished rings.

You also need to decide how you want to handle the metal. Sterling silver is included in the base arrangement. Gold is not. You may bring your own gold for recycling, or pay for gold by the gram according to the final ring weight. Since the gold rate is not given in the supplied details, ask for the current calculation before committing to that option.

Shaping sterling silver with hands-on guidance

Once the design is chosen, you work on the rings with Florencia’s help. The supplied description does not specify every bench tool or technical step, so I would not book this expecting a detailed goldsmithing syllabus. The clear promise is more useful for a couple: you will take part in making the rings while a trained goldsmith explains and guides the process.

That balance should suit beginners. You do not need to arrive with jewelry-making experience. Florencia’s role is to teach you the steps and help you produce a wearable piece, rather than leave you to guess your way through a valuable material.

The strongest praise in the available feedback centers on her patience and creativity. One couple used the workshop to make anniversary bands, and the experience was described as a chance to learn every step with her guidance. That detail is important because it shows the activity is not limited to couples preparing for a wedding. You can also use it to mark an anniversary or create a matching set for another occasion.

Allow the full 2.5 hours. This is not a quick ring-shopping stop between the Duomo and a museum. The time includes discussing the design, selecting the style, working on the pieces, and explaining any extras. Rushing would undercut the main reason to book a making experience instead of buying finished jewelry.

What the $188 price does and does not cover

The base cost is $188 per person. It includes what you need to make the desired jewelry creation in sterling silver, without any stone. For two people, that makes the basic total $376 before optional additions and shipping.

Here is the practical cost picture:

• Sterling silver materials for the basic creation are included.
• Gold is extra unless you bring gold to recycle.
• If you buy gold through the workshop, it is charged by gram according to the ring weight.
• Extra stones and stone setting are not included.
• Engraving is not included.
• Shipping is not included and is arranged on the workshop day.

This pricing is easy to understand if you want simple silver bands. It becomes less predictable if you want gold, gemstones, engraving, or delivery. Couples with a strict budget should ask about those additions before the work begins, especially since the gold rate and shipping cost are not stated in advance.

The option to recycle your own gold is a meaningful advantage. An old piece of family jewelry can become part of a new ring, giving the project an emotional link to the past. The information does not promise that every type or quantity of gold will work, so discuss what you plan to bring with Florencia before the session.

Private format and the pace of the morning

This is a private group activity, which is a good match for something as personal as wedding rings. You do not have to compare your design with strangers or wait while another group makes decisions. The private format also gives you room to ask basic questions without feeling self-conscious.

The workshop lasts 2.5 hours and is described as a morning activity, although starting times depend on availability. Check the available time before you build the rest of your Florence day around it. A handmade project deserves a calm schedule, and you should not place an important museum reservation immediately afterward.

There is also a useful practical advantage in the three-language instruction. Couples can discuss technical choices in English, Italian, or Spanish. That is especially helpful when you are explaining a design from a photograph or trying to describe a detail that does not fit neatly into standard jewelry terms.

The studio is wheelchair accessible. The meeting point is on the first floor at Lab 12. The activity information does not provide more detail about access within the building, so if you need specific assistance, confirm the arrangements when booking.

Stones, engraving, and the question of delivery

A plain silver ring is included in the base plan, but you may have a more detailed design in mind. Extra stones and stone setting cost more. Engraving is also excluded, so do not assume that names, dates, or initials will be added during the session.

The supplied details do not say exactly when the rings will be ready for collection, so shipping deserves attention. Shipping is arranged on the day of the workshop and is not part of the listed price. If you are flying home soon after the class, ask Florencia how delivery will work before you finalize your plans.

This is one of the few points that could complicate an otherwise simple activity. You may finish the making session feeling that the main work is done, but the final delivery arrangements still matter. Treat shipping as part of the purchase decision, not as a minor footnote.

What the high ratings tell you about the experience

The activity has a perfect 5 rating from three published bookings. The most useful pattern is not just the score, but the reason for it: the personal nature of the ring-making, the value of the time, and Florencia’s patience and creativity.

The Japanese couple who booked in August 2025 described making marriage rings as a special experience. A May 2025 booking from Saudi Arabia called it worth the time. In September 2024, a couple from the United States made anniversary bands and specifically praised Florencia for guiding them through all the steps.

That last detail is particularly useful. It suggests that the session is not only about the finished rings. You are also paying for instruction, encouragement, and a chance to learn a craft together. If you want a fast, polished purchase, a jewelry store may suit you better. If you want to take part in the making, this format is a stronger choice.

Three ratings are still a small sample, so I would not use them to predict every possible outcome. Your satisfaction will depend partly on your expectations, your design, and how much customization you want. The strongest evidence supports the quality of the personal instruction, not a guaranteed result for every complex design.

Who should book this Florence workshop

I would recommend it most strongly to couples who want a shared activity with a lasting result. It suits an engagement trip, honeymoon, wedding trip, anniversary, or a special Florence visit that calls for something more personal than sightseeing.

It is also a good fit if you already have a family gold item you would like to recycle. Bring reference images if you know the look you want, and bring a full-size design if the details need to be exact.

You may want to choose another option if you need finished rings immediately, want a large selection of gemstones included in the price, or have no room in your budget for extras. The base price is for sterling silver without stones, and shipping or additional work can increase the total.

Should you book the ring-making experience?

Book it if you want to make the rings together and value the story behind the finished pieces. Florencia’s design background, goldsmith training, and patient teaching style give the session a solid foundation, while the private format keeps the focus on you and your partner.

Before booking, settle three things: the ring material, the design, and the delivery plan. For a straightforward pair of sterling silver bands, the value is clear. For gold, stones, engraving, or a highly precise design, ask for the likely extra costs first.

If that sounds like the kind of souvenir you would rather wear than place on a shelf, this is one of Florence’s more personal creative activities.

FAQ

How long does the wedding ring workshop last?

The workshop lasts 2.5 hours. It is described as a morning activity, but you need to check availability for the exact starting time.

Who leads the workshop?

Florencia of Flor Rubaja Jewelry leads the workshop. She studied Industrial Design in Buenos Aires and received goldsmith training at Le Arti Orafe in Florence.

What material is included in the base price?

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

Can I make the rings in gold?

Yes. You can bring gold to be recycled, or gold can be charged by the gram according to the weight of the rings. Gold is not included in the $188 per-person base price.

Are stones and engraving included?

No. Extra stones, stone setting, and engraving are not included.

Is shipping included?

No. Shipping is arranged on the day of the workshop and is charged separately.