Paris Le Marais: Jewelry Workshop & Lunch with Local Designer

Summary

Jewelry making in Paris le Marais hands-on class food included

You’ll step into a cozy Paris studio in Le Marais, share food with fellow travelers and locals, then design your own jewelry guided by an expert artist. You’ll play with real materials and hear stories behind French craftsmanship before your custom piece is finished and sent home to you—a memory you can actually wear.

What’s the experience like?

The bell above the atelier door jingled as I slipped inside, rain still clinging to my jacket. Someone (I think her name was Camille?) handed me a mug of coffee that smelled like toasted hazelnuts — honestly, I needed it after getting lost twice in Le Marais’s twisty streets. The place felt more like someone’s living room than a studio: soft light, half-finished sketches pinned up everywhere, and a little stack of croissants on the table. Our guide — Justine — had this gentle way of explaining things without making anyone feel clueless. She asked what colors we loved or memories we wanted to capture in our jewelry. I blurted out “sunset on the Seine,” which sounded cheesy but she just nodded and pulled out some warm-toned stones.

We started with brunch (or you could do lunch or dinner), which honestly surprised me — not just pastries but eggs, cheese, these tartlets that tasted like summer. There was wine too, if you wanted. People at my table were from all over: a couple from Berlin, two sisters from Toronto who kept giggling about baguettes. It didn’t feel forced at all; conversation just happened while we played with chains and settings. At one point I dropped a bead and it rolled under the cabinet — Justine laughed and said it was “a sign of good luck.” Maybe she says that every time but I liked it.

The actual jewelry part wasn’t rushed. We tried different designs and textures; Justine would gently nudge us if something wouldn’t work technically but let us make weird choices anyway (my earring is slightly lopsided but I kind of love that). She told stories about old Parisian jewelers — apparently there’s this tradition of hiding tiny symbols for luck inside pieces? Never knew that before. When we finished, she promised to polish everything and ship it home after quality control. It felt strange leaving my creation behind for now… but also kind of exciting.

I walked out into the street still smelling faintly of metal dust and pastry crust. There’s something about making something with your hands in Paris — especially in Le Marais where every window seems to hide another story — that sticks with you longer than any souvenir scarf or fridge magnet ever could.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Jewelry design workshop in Le Marais

• Arrive at Just Art! Paris studio
• Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner
• Explore exclusive jewelry collections
• Design your personalized jewelry piece
• Participate in hands-on creative workshop
• Complete workshop and finalize piece

Top questions

Where is the jewelry workshop located?

The studio is in the heart of Le Marais district in Paris, just two minutes from Place des Vosges.

Is food included during the workshop?

Yes, brunch, lunch or dinner is included depending on your session time.

How many people are in each class?

Each class has a maximum of 6 participants for an intimate experience.

Do I get to keep the jewelry I make?

Your custom-designed pendant or earrings will be finished by the artist and shipped to you after quality control.

Are dietary requirements accommodated?

Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available if advised at booking.

Is this activity suitable for children or teenagers?

Yes, children must be accompanied by an adult and teenagers are welcome.

Is the workshop wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the studio is wheelchair accessible.

What languages are spoken during the class?

The main language is French but English is also spoken fluently by staff.

What’s included

Your experience includes a small-group jewelry workshop led by a local designer in Paris’s Le Marais district; all taxes and fees; your choice of brunch, lunch or dinner with wine; all materials to design your own pendant or stud earrings valued at 199 euros; plus shipping of your finished piece after quality control—just let them know any dietary needs when booking.