Ermao Yin ReviewEscape the ordinary: Banqiao's secret metalworking studio for DIY enthusiasts
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 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
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.
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.
Mystery Shopper Rating
#No idea is too much trouble — they'll bring any metalworking vision to life
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!
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