Kristin Hanson Jewelry, Inc.

12/09/09

Best Jewelry School!

by SarahRichey123 at Citysearch

This school was such an amazing experience! I learned so much about the art of jewelry and the business. It helped me feel more confident as a jeweler. The teachers are amazing! They are both machines! Extremely talented and will help you with anything you need help with. Kristin is so amazing and very wise. Not only do we learn how to make jewelry, but we do exercises in class sometimes to help us learn how to dig even deeper to our inner creative hearts. I've been here for 2 months already and I want to stay longer! This school has really been an amazing journey and i finally feel like i can have my own jewelry line!! Also, the atmosphere in the room is very zen and peaceful.So if you even thinking about taking her class...do it! Its sooo worth the money and time!

12/09/09

I changed my life to be a student here!

by mgambro at Citysearch

I had been working in the school for over a year as a part time student while working at a job I didn't like. After realizing that I want to be a jewelry designer, I quit my job and became a full time 2 year student in Kristin's studio.

Being here full time has helped me grow as an artist and a jeweler so much in the past couple months.

The school is not packed and with all the one on one instruction with talented teachers I have no complaints about the structure of the school.

Kristin is giving me the confidence to believe in myself as an artist and designer and her passion for her company inspires us all.

• Pros: I am learning a lot
• Cons: none

12/09/09

Taking design to the next level

by NYCjax7 at Citysearch

I have been a student of Kristin's from day one. She had four benches in a tiny room and it's been incredible to see the school flourish into what it is today. Three years later and I am still learning something every time I am in the studio.

Kristin is an extremely tough teacher, but appreciate her honesty. She helps you take your work to the next level and think outside the box. That matched with the skill level of her two amazing teachers helps you create beautiful jewelry while learning fabrication techniques simultaneously.

It saddens me to see some of the negative reviews. My only thought is that Kristin's school exploded in popularity quickly. I know she went through a transition phase. Now she has another full-time teacher besides herself, a part-time teacher and a school director. I've seen her make drastic changes as the school blooms and I couldn't be more proud of my favorite teacher!

• Pros: Creative, Thought-provoking education
• Cons: None!

12/08/09

Great place if you already know what you're doing . . .

by graceanne at Citysearch

however, if you're an absolute beginner and looking for real instruction, this is not the place for you. Kristin Hanson will take your money, and leave you to flounder. Early on, she decides whether or not you're "worthy," and only then will she pay any attention to you. I was told to design a ring on my first "lesson," without any direction. When another student and I asked a question, Kristin Hanson acted as though she couldn't believe we were so inept. To say that $2,500 was wasted, doesn't even begin to cover it. If you are a beginner and really want to learn, find somewhere else.

• Pros: Great studio space, flexible scheduling
• Cons: Definitely not for beginners, absolutely no teaching done

12/03/09

Keep your Money, and Keep your designs

by cobbler1 at Citysearch

What originally began as a promising studio space turned into an absolute nightmare. Kristin stuffs people in like sardines, while walking around looking for the most original idea to copy, and figures out a way to call it "her own".

Most of the day she is seen bossing her only competent servant around, to finish jewelry for her. While the "students " are made to wait . Her "toolbox" which is triple keystone, is probably used to fund her "Higher Learning" prerequisite. When coherent, Kristin, is barely able to answer any pertinent questions, and enjoys rambling aimlessly, to hear the sound of her own voice.

Her lessons on pricing of jewelery to the students, for example, is completely contrary to her own pricing strategy .Although she was very good at making an S clasp.

All in all, if you want a true education on Jewelry design, this is not the place for you.

• Pros: Great Space.......Nancy(when Shes not working for Kristin)
• Cons: Any good idea, becomes Kristins new line

11/04/09

I learned to make jewelry!

by CSMobileUser at Citysearch

I dreamed of making jewelry for years. I would scratch down ideas but never had the first clue as to how to bring them to life. I attended sessions at KH studios and was able to make some of my little ideas come to life! The studio is always clean, the atmosphere is one of learning and creativity and Kristin was always there to guide me through my creative process. Thanks so much

11/03/09

Kristin Hanson Fine Jewelry School

by diamondstar at Citysearch

I would like to say that I am very proud of all of my students and work hard at providing a beautiful studio and skilled, talented teachers. I wish all of my students the best of luck with creating jewelry and building their dreams!

• Pros: Talented Students
• Cons: Students who are not dedicated

11/02/09

I learned to make beautiful jewelry!

by ClaudetteS at Citysearch

I always dreamed of making jewelry. I would jot down my ideas here and there but never thought I really had a creative edge. I attended sessions at KH studio and was able to make some of those little dreams come true. I am still working but KH studio gave me the skills to continue on. Kristin was always there to guide me through my assignments nurture my creativity. the studio was always clean and the atmosphere was perfect for learning. Thanks so much!

• Pros: Great teacher, location, space
• Cons: none

11/02/09

Great place!!

by GoCjones at Citysearch

Kristin is an amazing artist and was truly an inspiration to my own creative process. I am currently working on my own line thanks to the knowledge I gained at the school. The environment was creative and professional I felt free to express my own ideas and at the same time Kristin was there to guide me through every step of the way. A+

• Pros: Location, great teachers, beautiful environment
• Cons: not enough room!

11/02/09

This School is Amazing!

by CindyDalin at Citysearch

This studio and school is the most inspirational and creative place I have been in a long time. I have studied jewelry in all the NY schools and many others on the east coast and Ms. Hanson provides the best education so far.

Although she is a busy business woman, she always makes time to guild me in my projects.

Very talented, skilled, and patient teachers are there day to day to walk everyone through each project.

Everyone in my class is making such beautiful advanced jewelry in such a short time. All the students whom I have spoke to are very happy with the school and their progress with learning. Most people sign up again and again.

This is a new school and I know Ms. Hanson is working hard at perfecting her company and the education of her students.

I say this place is a winner. Although it is only a little more expensive them some of the trade schools, it is a private education! All schools have complaining students. If you want to learn jewelry in NYC this is the place. I recommend it to anyone.

• Pros: beautiful studio, great teachers, I really learned
• Cons: Not open enough nights