Creating wedding rings together in Florence is different.

This custom ring-making experience is all about you and your partner designing and crafting something you will actually wear. You spend a morning in a real jewelry-making setting, guided step by step, while you choose the ring model and style and then make your own rings with support.

I love the hands-on part. You are not just watching glass get blown or listening to a lecture, you are making your own wedding ring (or anniversary band). I also love that the included base materials are clear and focused: sterling silver ring-making is included without stones, so you can plan around a predictable starting point. A small consideration: shipping and engraving are not included, and optional add-ons like gold or stones can change the total.

Key Things I’d Expect You to Like

• Hands-on ring creation with direct guidance from the instructor throughout your session.
• Design control: you choose the model and style, and you can bring reference images or real-size ideas.
• Sterling silver included (no stones) for a straightforward baseline price.
• A possible drawback: gold and extra features cost extra, and shipping is arranged separately.

Quick Highlights

• Make your own wedding rings in a guided workshop setting
• Handmade sterling silver rings are the included baseline
• Design choices start with your references (images or precise real-size ideas)
• Private group format for a more personal pace
• Florencia (Flor Rubaja Jewelry) teaches in English, Italian, and Spanish

A Florence Morning To Design Your Own Wedding Rings

If you like travel that feels personal, this is one of those days. Florence can be loud, crowded, and full of fast “must-see” plans. This workshop slows everything down on purpose. Instead of trying to photograph a perfect view, you and your partner shape something you will keep.

The format matters. You get about 2.5 hours, and the time is structured around making, not just planning. You’ll discuss what you want, choose a ring model and style, and then create the rings with the help of the instructor. That “create with guidance” piece is what turns the day from a souvenir craft into a real keepsake.

One smart detail: you can bring reference images or prior ideas. If you want something precise, you can bring measurements in real size so the design can match your intent. For wedding rings, precision is romantic too. It’s the difference between a ring that looks right in a photo and one that feels right on your hand.

Who Flor Rubaja Is, and Why the Workshop Feels Personal

This workshop is carried out by Florencia, from Flor Rubaja Jewelry. She has a jewelry background that comes from more than a hobby. She grew up around jewelry businesses in Buenos Aires, with family experience that goes back through her great-grandmother and grandmother, and she started taking jewelry courses at 15 while continuing her education.

Her path also includes formal design training: she earned a degree in Industrial Design from the University of Buenos Aires. That combination matters in a ring-making context. You want someone who can translate style and comfort into metalwork decisions, not just repeat steps from a worksheet.

In 2018, she received a scholarship at Le Arti Orafe in Florence to hone her technical skills as a goldsmith. After raising two children and working through pandemic-era challenges, she turned her passion into a business in Florence. The workshop space is in a historic convent location, and she personally crafts pieces for her collections.

From what you can expect in practice, her approach leans practical and patient. People come out feeling guided, not rushed. That’s huge when you’re learning a new skill in a foreign language environment, even if you’re comfortable with English.

What’s Included in the Sterling Silver Ring-Making Session

The clearest value lever here is what’s included. The workshop base prices include everything you need to make your desired jewelry in sterling silver, specifically without any stone.

That means you are not paying separate line items just to start shaping your rings. If your vision is clean and classic—bands in silver—your budget stays simpler. You will still make real choices, but you won’t get surprised by hidden basics.

It also means the workshop is set up for the most common wedding-ring direction: a metal band that can be polished, finished, and worn daily. If you and your partner want your rings to be the same style, or you want matching silhouettes with slight differences, sterling silver is a very workable medium to build that look.

What is not included at the base level is just as important:

• Extra stones and stonesetting
• Engraving
• Shipping

You’ll still be able to create a meaningful ring in the session, but if you want added sparkle or added personalization, you’ll need to plan for it.

Choosing Your Ring Style, Size, and Gold Options

The design part is not an afterthought. You choose the model and style, and then you build toward that plan. Bringing reference images is encouraged, and you can bring earlier ideas you’ve saved. If you already know how you want the ring to look, this saves time and reduces decision fatigue.

The other helpful option is precision. If you want something precise, bring it in real size. That can help you avoid the common travel crafting problem: you design something that looks right in your head, then realize the proportions are off once you see it next to your hand.

Now, about gold. If you want your wedding rings in gold, you have two paths:

1. Bring gold and have it recycled
2. Or pay a per-gram charge based on the weight of the rings

This setup is practical. Recycling can be a meaningful option if you already have gold you don’t need. Paying per gram is also predictable in concept—you aren’t guessing at a full “gold package,” you’re paying for what you actually make. The workshop price starts with the sterling silver baseline; gold is the variable cost.

If you love the idea of a mixed look—silver rings now, gold later—this workshop still works for you, but you’d want to confirm what you plan to do with materials and whether you want stones included. Stones are explicitly not included in the base price.

Inside the 2.5-Hour Workshop: How Your Time Likely Flows

You’ll spend your morning with Florencia, creating your rings together. Expect a guided rhythm built around:

• Explaining the process
• Choosing your model and style
• Making your rings with her help

The workshop is designed around learning while doing. That’s why it has a clear start-to-finish feel even though you’re doing a new craft. You are not left alone with tools and guesswork.

For a couple, the shared time is the point. You get to make decisions together in real time, not over email or after-market settings. The ring becomes a conversation you can touch. And because it’s private group time, you are not competing for attention with a big crowd.

One practical consideration: 2.5 hours is enough for the creation process to feel real, but it’s still a limited window. If you have a very complex idea, you may want to keep it simpler for this first go, especially since engraving and stonesetting are not included by default.

Also, if you want engraving, plan it as a separate step. Engraving is listed as not included, so don’t assume the ring you make automatically gets that final personalization.

Meeting Point at 1st Floor, Lab 12 (and What to Bring)

The meeting point is 1st Floor, Lab 12. With a place like a workshop studio inside a larger historic area, you’ll want to arrive a few minutes early so you can find the exact entry and floor without stress.

What to bring makes a difference:

• Reference images or sketches of the style you want
• Any previous ideas you’ve saved
• If you want something precise: bring it in real size

And if you plan to make your rings in gold, bring your gold (for recycling) if that’s your chosen option. If you’re doing sterling silver, you still benefit from bringing inspiration so the design conversation is easy from the start.

If you’re the kind of traveler who packs carefully, this workshop rewards you. You’ll get more out of the time because you’ll spend less effort translating your vision on the spot.

Money, Value, and Why $188 Can Be a Smart Use of Time

Let’s talk value plainly. $188 per person is not a bargain like buying a bracelet at a market stall. This is different value: you are paying for instruction, materials, and time to create something wearable and personal.

Here’s why it can still be a smart spend:

• The base price includes what you need for sterling silver ring-making without stones
• You get real guidance, not just a quick craft demo
• You’re creating an item tied to a major milestone, which tends to mean more than generic shopping for most couples

Your total can move up if you add gold or stones, and engraving is extra. Shipping is also not included. Still, even with optional extras, the pricing model is clearer than many craft workshops because the baseline includes core materials.

Think of it like this: you’re buying a meaningful process, in a real studio, with a named instructor and step-by-step help. That’s the part tourists can’t fake later in a store.

Shipping, Engraving, and Other Costs You Should Plan For

Two things can affect your budget after the workshop: shipping and engraving.

Shipping is explicitly not included. It is arranged on the day of the workshop, so don’t assume you’ll carry everything home immediately. Build that into your travel rhythm.

Engraving is also not included. If engraving is important to you—dates, initials, short messages—make sure you bring it up during the session so you can decide what to do next.

Stones are not included either. If you want rings with gemstones, you’ll be looking at additional charges and setup (including stone setting), because stones and stonesetting are not part of the base offering.

So the best strategy is to treat the session as the build of your core rings, then decide any finishing options afterward. That keeps expectations aligned with what the workshop includes.

Who This Workshop Suits Best in Florence

This is ideal if you and your partner want a wedding activity that feels like you, not like a checklist.

It also suits a few specific traveler types:

• Couples who like hands-on learning and want a shared memory that doesn’t fade
• People who prefer design control, since you choose the model and style
• Travelers who want to make sterling silver rings without immediately adding stones or engraving
• Anyone celebrating not only weddings, but also anniversaries, since people have made anniversary bands here

One more reason it works: the instructor teaches in English, Italian, and Spanish. Even if you’re not fluent, you’re not stuck. You can ask questions and get clear guidance as you work.

Should You Book This Florence Custom Ring Workshop?

Book it if you want a Florence day that you can touch. This is one of those experiences where the time spent together turns into a lasting object, not just photos.

Skip it or rethink it if you want everything finished in one simple all-in price with no extras. Shipping, engraving, stones, and gold options can change your final cost and timing. Also, if you have an extremely detailed design, you may need to keep ideas practical for a 2.5-hour session.

If your goal is two matching rings made with guidance, designed with your input, and created in a real jewelry studio atmosphere, this is a strong choice. The price starts with a clear silver baseline, and the most praised parts are exactly what matter: patient guidance, creativity, and the satisfaction of making the rings yourself.

FAQ

How long is the Florence custom wedding ring making experience?

The workshop lasts about 2.5 hours.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at 1st Floor, Lab 12.

What is the price per person?

The price is $188 per person.

Is this a private group activity?

Yes, it is described as a private group experience.

What languages are available during the workshop?

The instructor supports English, Italian, and Spanish.

Is wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is listed as wheelchair accessible.

What is included in the base workshop price?

The base price includes everything you need to make sterling silver rings without any stone.

Can I make the rings in gold?

Yes. You can bring gold for recycling, or you can pay per gram based on the weight of the rings.

Are stones included?

Stones and stonesetting are not included in the base workshop.

Is engraving included?

No, engraving is not included.

Is shipping included?

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

You Might Also Enjoy

Florence David First Viewing & Duomo with Terrace VIP Access TourMontecarlo E-Bike One Day Tour with Lunch and TastingExclusive Wine Tasting in the Historic Center of SienaFlorence: Accademia & City Tour with Optional Uffizi Gallery