# Ermao Yin Review Escape the ordinary: Banqiao's secret metalworking studio for DIY enthusiasts BY**Twosevenths**·2024.02·UPDATED 2026.05 Creating dream jewelry through various forging, inlay, and carving techniques in Taipei Metalworking is a precious endeavor. This time, Twosevenths will take you to Ermao Yin in Banqiao, where you can experience making unique handmade metalwork pieces. Our mystery shopper will explore this Banqiao venue that encourages students' free-form creativity. Ermao Yin Review｜Escape the ordinary: Banqiao's secret metalworking studio for DIY enthusiasts Contents Ermao Yin Review Articles Venue Reviewed Venue[Ermao Yin](https://www.twosevenths.com/en/handcraft/metalworking-taipei-nimou/#%E4%BA%8C%E6%AF%9B%E9%8A%80)Experience Beginner Silversmithing: DIY Sterling Silver Rings Date Visited 17/01/2024 Reviewer Yuna, a professional designer 1. [01 Ermao Yin Venue Introduction](https://www.twosevenths.com/en/handcraft/metalworking-taipei-nimou/#iv-section-0) 2. [02 Ermao Yin Course Offerings](https://www.twosevenths.com/en/handcraft/metalworking-taipei-nimou/#iv-section-1) 3. [03 Ermao Yin Experience Review](https://www.twosevenths.com/en/handcraft/metalworking-taipei-nimou/#iv-section-2) 4. [04 Mystery Shopper Rating](https://www.twosevenths.com/en/handcraft/metalworking-taipei-nimou/#iv-review) Contents 0% 1. 01 Ermao Yin Venue Introduction 2. 02 Ermao Yin Course Offerings 3. 03 Ermao Yin Experience Review 4. 04 Mystery Shopper Rating 5. 05 Venue Info 01 ## Ermao Yin Venue Introduction Ermao Yin Venue Introduction Ermao Yin Nimou Jewelry is conveniently located just a four-minute walk from MRT Xinpu Station Exit 3, nestled in a residential alley. As you approach this Banqiao Taipei Metalworking venue, you'll be drawn in by the lush greenery at the entrance and the bright, floor-to-ceiling glass. Through the glass, you'll see a professional metalworking bench and an entire wall of tools, all impeccably organized and ready for action. ### ✦Studio Environment The studio is equipped with custom-made 90 cm metalworking benches with cutouts and height-adjustable chairs, ensuring a comfortable experience for all ages. Each workstation has its own lamp, and the walls are adorned with antiques, toys, and illustrations Ermao has collected over time, creating a fresh, light industrial style with a Japanese touch. Yuna immediately felt comfortable and at home in the Ermao Yin studio. ### ✦The Inspiration Behind Twosevenths Ermao Yin's founder, Ermao, was originally a clinical nurse but always had a passion for metalworking. She pursued metalworking as a side hustle for a long time, eventually accumulating enough pieces to transition full-time into her own venture. The name "Ermao" comes from an early illustration by the founder, in which she envisioned her future studio and then brought it to life, piece by piece. ### ✦Signature Metal Wax Carving Yuna was thoroughly impressed by the jewelry Ermao Yin displayed, finding it hard to believe it was the result of a side hustle. Ermao's metal wax carving is truly distinctive, elevating beyond typical Taipei Metalworking pieces to the level of metal art sculpture. The "Organ Series" wax-carved jewelry, in particular, masterfully blends Ermao's nursing background with her metalworking expertise, resulting in exquisite and unique creations. Yuna believes this exceptional quality stems from Ermao's unwavering commitment to her unique vision and her dedication to mastering the craft, which has allowed her to achieve truly professional-grade work. 02 ## Ermao Yin Course Offerings Ermao Yin Course Offerings Ermao Yin offers a diverse range of products and services, from Taipei Metalworking workshops to online sales, custom items, and even bespoke wedding rings. Unlike other venues that only offer rings and bracelets, Ermao Yin's workshops also include options for necklaces and earrings, with advanced and professional-level courses available. The best part is that you can book a class anytime, even if you're attending solo. ### ✦Encouraging free creation without the constraints of public templates This Banqiao venue for Taipei Metalworking also strongly encourages students to create freely, making it the perfect place to craft a truly unique ring. Founder Ermao Yin mentioned a couple who were about to get married came in to make their wedding rings: the man's ring was engraved with the woman's fingerprint, and the woman's with the man's, so that when their rings were put together, they formed a distinctive heart shape. ### ✦Silver Clay Course with Handmade Gemstone Embellishments Ermao Yin's gemstone silver clay class offers a wide selection of gemstones, ensuring each piece of Taipei Metalworking jewelry is truly unique. While the class steps may seem simple, they involve many intricate details that require careful attention. From molding and shaping to firing, each stage tests students' focus and skill. The venue provides small-group instruction with experienced teachers guiding students every step of the way, ensuring everyone receives comprehensive teaching to create their own one-of-a-kind piece. ### ✦Metalworking classes for kids Ermao Yin also offers special classes for children aged 8 and up, making it a popular choice for mothers and children to experience together, or for children to create gifts for their mothers. The founder fondly recalls a sixty-year-old couple who came in for a class, dressed in formal attire; their son had purchased the experience for them, hoping they would enjoy a popular trend among younger generations. The studio is also pet-friendly, which Yuna believes contributes to Ermao Yin's reputation for offering the most diverse range of Taipei Metalworking experiences, both in terms of participant age and product variety. 03 ## Ermao Yin Experience Review Ermao Yin Experience Review Ermao Yin's handmade ring experience begins with style confirmation, and a variety of designs and items are available to try on. Yuna had originally planned to choose a silver plate ring with her friend, but after trying them on, she found that the silver wire style was more suitable for a pinky ring. This is a great opportunity to explore different designs and textures you like, and the instructor provides expert advice on both crafting and design, making the whole process very reassuring. ### ✦Try on rings in person to find your size After choosing your design, you'll move to the workbench to size your ring. The Ermao Yin instructor will help you determine the right size and translate it into the necessary material length. For example, Yuna felt a size 4 was a bit tight, but a 5 might be too loose. The instructor suggested starting with a 4, then trying it on and adjusting the size as she worked. The instructor mentioned that they could even make a 4.5 or 4.2, which delighted Yuna, who appreciated that this Taipei Metalworking venue could fully accommodate all kinds of custom requests. ### ✦Introducing Ring Textures and Finishes The Ermao Yin instructor then demonstrated how to use the hammering tools to create different textures and patterns, guiding us to brainstorm various designs and consider whether we wanted an open, intertwined, or closed ring. During the process, Yuna's friend wanted to engrave a small tree pattern that wasn't available in the existing stamps. The instructor suggested combining different stamps to achieve the desired design. ### ✦Experience silver soldering with a torch After practicing the hammering technique, you'll apply texture and a steel stamp to your actual piece, then bend it into shape. An Ermao Yin instructor will then guide you through the torch welding process, first demonstrating the torch's operation before letting students try it. During welding, the instructor provides hands-on guidance, so Yuna didn't have to worry about improper handling, getting burned, or overheating and melting the silver. Everything went smoothly. ### ✦Final adjustments and wrap-up After soldering, you'll continue to hammer the ring into a perfect circle, shaping it to your pre-measured size before making any final adjustments. The Ermao Yin instructor will be right there with you, offering assistance and guidance on sizing. Once the size is confirmed, the instructor will help with the final filing and polishing, and provide advice on how to care for your new piece. ### ✦Ring-specific packaging is available. Finally, you'll receive your finished piece in Ermao Yin's exclusive packaging, complete with a polishing cloth and care instructions card. The packaging is exquisite and distinctive, making the finished product perfect for personal use or as a gift, according to Yuna. Yuna found the two-hour ring-making workshop incredibly satisfying, watching her creation come to life from start to finish. The instructor's patient guidance made her feel confident and at ease throughout the entire experience, and she was absolutely thrilled with the final product. Beyond the current Taipei Metalworking workshops, Ermao Yin is continually expanding its offerings, including beaded jewelry workshops that combine brass with natural gemstones. Yuna is already looking forward to her next visit to try another one of their classes. Editor's Summary ## Mystery Shopper Rating #No idea is too much trouble — they'll bring any metalworking vision to life REVIEWED BY Yuna, a professional designer Yuna was deeply impressed by Ermao Yin's passion for Taipei Metalworking and teaching during her DIY class. The instructor's eyes shone with enthusiasm, and they patiently answered every question about metalworking creation. What truly stood out to Yuna was Ermao Yin's strong encouragement for students to express their own ideas and designs. They believe that unique pieces and lasting memories are created when students bring their personal vision to life. This approach was a refreshing change from Yuna's previous experiences with these venues, where instructors often preferred students to stick to predefined steps and designs for efficiency and time management. This Banqiao venue welcomes custom requests, so if you have many ideas and don't want to be limited to standard designs, Ermao Yin is definitely the place to go! Variety 5/5 Hands-On Ratio 5/5 Environment 5/5 Quality 4/5 Venue Info ## Ermao Yin 二毛銀[2024 Michelin Guide of Experiences Bronze Award Winner](https://www.twosevenths.com/marketing/2024-awards-handcraft/) Card OK Video PLATE 01–08 ### 二毛銀 About the Venue Introduction Ermao Yin is located in a residential area of Banqiao, just a four-minute walk from MRT Xinpu Station Exit 3. As you approach, you're drawn in by the lush greenery at the entrance and the bright floor-to-ceiling windows, which reveal professional metalworking benches and a wall filled with tools. The studio features a light industrial aesthetic with warm wood tones, black, and white. It's equipped with custom 90 cm metalworking benches that have built-in tool cutouts, along with height-adjustable chairs to accommodate guests of all ages. Each workstation has its own lamp, creating a fresh, Japanese-inspired atmosphere. Ermao Yin offers a diverse range of products and services, from DIY Taipei Metalworking workshops to online sales, custom pieces, and even bespoke wedding rings. Unlike other Taipei Metalworking studios that often limit options to just rings and bracelets, this venue also offers necklaces and earrings. They provide advanced and professional-level courses, and importantly, you can book a class for yourself at any time that suits you. Booking & Enquiry Ermao Yin [Website](https://nimoujewelry.com/?utm_source=twosevenths&utm_medium=referral)[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nimoujewelry)[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/nimoujewelry)[LINE](https://page.line.me/nimoujewelry) [Popular Offers 💎 Book a silver clay gemstone class and get unlimited small gemstones! ✨ Book any silver clay jewelry course and receive unlimited small gemstones! Finish in as little as two hours, perfect for beginners, and unleash your creativity with custom designs! 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