Florence: Custom wedding ring making experience.

Creating your own wedding rings in Florence gives you more than a souvenir. With Florencia Rubaja, you choose the style, learn the basic process, and work on the rings together in her studio. I like the personal teaching and the chance to bring your own design ideas. I also like that gold from home can be recycled into the rings.

The main consideration is cost planning. The $188 per person base price covers a sterling-silver creation without stones, but gold, engraving, stone setting, and shipping cost extra. You also need to be comfortable with a hands-on workshop rather than a quick, finished-ring purchase.

Key points to know

• A private ring-making session: You and your partner work directly with Florencia during the 2.5-hour workshop.
• Design help comes first: Bring reference images, sketches, or a full-size design if you have a precise idea.
• Sterling silver is included: The base price covers materials needed for a silver piece without stones.
• Gold requires a separate budget: Bring gold to recycle, or pay by gram for the gold used in the rings.
• Florencia speaks three languages: The workshop is offered in English, Italian, and Spanish.
• Extra finishing costs are separate: Stones, stone setting, engraving, and shipping are not included.

Why make wedding rings in Florence?

Florence is a natural place to make jewelry. The city has long drawn artists and craftspeople, and this workshop lets you take part in that tradition rather than simply buying a polished object from a shop window.

The appeal is not only romantic. You get a clear story behind the rings. You chose the form, made decisions together, and handled part of the work. That gives the finished piece meaning that a standard purchase may not have.

I also like the timing. At 2.5 hours, the workshop is long enough to feel like a real activity, but short enough to fit into a Florence morning. You can plan lunch, a museum visit, or another city walk afterward.

This is a private group experience, so you are not sharing the session with a large class. That matters for a project as personal as wedding rings. You can ask questions freely and work at a pace suited to your design.

Meeting Florencia at the historic Convent

The workshop takes place at the historic Convent, with the meeting point listed as the first floor, Lab 12. The setting gives the activity a stronger sense of place than a generic craft classroom.

Florencia Rubaja is the person who guides the session and makes the pieces for her own jewelry collections. She was born in Buenos Aires and later moved to Italy, where she now lives with her family. Her design background includes a degree in Industrial Design from the University of Buenos Aires.

Jewelry has been part of her life since childhood. Her great-grandmother and grandmother ran jewelry businesses, and Florencia began taking jewelry courses at age 15. She later received a scholarship at Le Arti Orafe in Florence in 2018 to improve her goldsmithing skills.

That background helps explain the shape of this workshop. You are not simply handed a kit with a few instructions. Florencia brings design training, family experience, and technical goldsmithing practice to the table.

She speaks English, Italian, and Spanish. That is useful when you are discussing small design choices, especially if you have a particular shape or finish in mind.

The first step: choosing your ring design

The session begins with an explanation of the process. You then discuss the model and style you want to make.

This is the point where preparation pays off. Bring reference images if you have them. A sketch, a photograph, or an example of a ring you like can help Florencia understand your direction. If you have a very specific design, bring it in real size so you can work from an accurate reference.

You do not need to arrive with a finished technical drawing. The experience includes guidance, and the design stage is part of the value. Still, a clear idea about width, shape, and overall style will help you use the 2.5 hours well.

For couples, this discussion can be one of the nicest parts. You may want matching rings, similar bands, or two different designs that share a small detail. The workshop lets you make those choices together instead of selecting from a fixed display.

The available information does not promise a particular selection of ring molds, finishes, or styles. I would treat the design as a conversation with Florencia, not as a menu of guaranteed models.

Working in sterling silver

The base price is $188 per person. It includes what you need to create the jewelry in sterling silver, without stones.

For a couple, that means the starting cost is $376 before any additional materials or services. That is important when comparing this experience with a regular jewelry purchase. You are paying not only for metal, but also for private instruction and time with the maker.

Sterling silver keeps the entry price more manageable than gold. It can also be the right choice if you want to focus on the making process, create anniversary bands, or produce a meaningful pair of rings without putting a large metal budget into the workshop.

The base price does not include stones. If your design depends on diamonds or other gems, you will need to ask about availability, cost, and setting before booking or at the workshop. Stone setting is also an extra charge.

The material choice affects the final price, so I would settle your budget before the session. Ask Florencia what your preferred ring weight and design might require, especially if you are considering gold.

Using your own gold

One of the most useful features is the option to bring gold and have it recycled for the rings. This may appeal to couples who have inherited jewelry, old rings, or gold pieces with family meaning.

Using your own gold can also change the financial calculation. Instead of paying for all new gold by the gram, you may be able to provide the material yourself. The supplied details do not specify how much gold is needed, which karat levels are accepted, or how any unused material is handled, so ask Florencia before the appointment.

If you do not bring gold, the workshop charges for gold by the gram, based on the weight of the rings. That makes the final price depend on the metal and the finished design.

Gold is not included in the base price. It is an additional cost, and you should not assume that the $188 price covers a gold wedding band.

Making the rings with Florencia’s help

After choosing the design and material, you make the rings with Florencia’s assistance. She explains the steps and guides you through the work.

The hands-on element is central. You are not watching a demonstration while someone else makes the rings. At the same time, this is not a completely do-it-yourself class. Florencia helps you through the process, which is useful if you have never worked with jewelry before.

A verified booking described Florencia as creative and patient, with careful guidance through every step. That is especially reassuring for a wedding-ring project, where a small mistake can feel serious. Her role is both teacher and craftsperson.

The workshop has also been used for anniversary bands, not only wedding rings. That makes it suitable for couples marking a milestone, renewing a shared promise, or simply wanting to make jewelry together in Florence.

The listing does not specify the exact tools, techniques, or amount of work each participant completes. The experience may vary with the ring design and material. If you want to do as much of the making as possible, tell Florencia when discussing your design.

What happens to the finished rings?

Shipping is not included. It is arranged on the day of the workshop.

This detail deserves attention when planning your trip. The available information does not confirm that you will leave the workshop wearing finished rings, so ask about completion and delivery timing before you book flights or build the rings into a ceremony schedule.

The same applies to engraving. Engraving is not included, and it may be arranged as an extra service. Stone setting is also separate, so a ring that includes stones may require additional work after the main workshop.

I would treat the session as the design and making appointment, then confirm the finishing plan directly. Ask these practical questions in advance:

• Will the rings be finished during the session or afterward?
• How much will shipping cost?
• Where can the rings be shipped?
• What is the expected delivery time?
• Can engraving be added?
• Can stones be supplied and set?

These questions matter most if your wedding date is close. If you have a flexible schedule, the shipping arrangement may be less of a concern.

Is $188 per person a fair price?

The starting cost is reasonable for a private, guided jewelry workshop in Florence, but it is not the full price for every design.

At $188 per person, the base includes the silver and the workshop itself. For a couple making simple sterling-silver bands without stones or engraving, the value is fairly clear. You get a private activity, personal instruction, and a pair of objects connected to your time in Italy.

The price rises if you choose gold. It also rises with heavier rings, added stones, stone setting, engraving, and shipping. A couple seeking gold rings with detailed decoration should treat $376 as the beginning of the budget, not the final total.

I would compare this with the cost of an ordinary jewelry purchase only if you care about the process. The real value is the time spent making the rings together and the connection to Florencia’s studio. If you only want inexpensive finished bands, a jewelry shop may be simpler.

The small number of published ratings gives the experience a perfect score, and the comments point to the aspects that matter most: the activity feels special, the time is considered worthwhile, and Florencia is patient and creative. I would still keep your expectations practical. This is a craft session with extra costs, not an all-inclusive wedding-ring package.

Who will enjoy this experience most?

I would recommend it most strongly to couples who want an activity with personal meaning. It suits people who like making things, discussing design, and accepting a little uncertainty in the final result.

It is also a good choice for:

• Couples visiting Florence before a wedding
• Partners making anniversary bands
• People with family gold they want to reuse
• Anyone with a clear ring idea who wants help turning it into a physical piece
• Couples who prefer a private experience
• Visitors comfortable with arranging shipping and extras separately

It may be less suitable if you need finished rings immediately, have a strict all-in budget, or want a highly complex design with stones and engraving included.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, which makes it available to a wider range of visitors. You should still confirm any specific access needs before the appointment, since the meeting point is on the first floor.

Booking, timing, and cancellation

The workshop lasts 2.5 hours, with starting times shown according to availability. It is planned as a morning activity, so check the start time carefully if you have a train, ceremony, or other timed booking later that day.

You can reserve now and pay later, which gives you some flexibility while arranging a Florence itinerary. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

The group is private, and instruction is available in English, Italian, and Spanish. Those details make this easier to plan than a large public class, particularly for a couple who wants focused help with a custom design.

Bring your reference material. If your idea is precise, bring it at real size. Also bring any gold you want to recycle, and ask ahead about the amount needed and the expected extra charges.

Should you book this Florence ring-making workshop?

Book it if you want the rings to carry a memory of making them together in Florence. The private format, Florencia’s patient guidance, and the option to recycle your own gold give the experience a personal feel that a standard jewelry purchase cannot match.

Be cautious if you need a fixed final price. Sterling silver without stones is included, but gold, stones, setting, engraving, and shipping are extra. Confirm the finishing and delivery plan before booking if the rings are needed for a specific date.

For couples who value the story behind an object, this is a strong Florence choice. For couples focused only on price or immediate delivery, shop for finished rings instead.

FAQ

Where does the wedding ring workshop take place?

The meeting point is on the first floor at Lab 12, in the historic Convent in Florence, Tuscany.

How long does the 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 create jewelry in sterling silver, without stones.

Can I make the rings in gold?

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

Are stones included?

No. Extra stones and stone setting are not included.

Is engraving included?

No. Engraving is not included.

Is shipping included?

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

What languages does Florencia speak?

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