A 30-day challenge for jewelers to sharpen skills, spark creativity, and build discipline at the bench.

 

Rules 

1. One a Day – Create, practice, or explore the day’s prompt for at least 20–60 minutes.
2. Keep It Manageable – Pieces don’t have to be finished jewelry; samples, sketches, castings, or experiments count.
3. Stay Consistent – Daily work > perfection. The point is to build skill and habit.
4. Share – Post progress on Instagram and tag @benchtober and use hashtags #benchtober and #benchtober2025. Or keep a private bench journal with notes, sketches, and photos.
5. Experiment – Don’t stick to what you already know—push into new techniques or styles.
6. Adapt – If a prompt doesn’t fit your tools, interpret it in your own way (draw, mock-up, wax, metal, or mixed media).
7. Celebrate – At the end, pick one piece or experiment you loved most and refine it into a finished jewel.

That's it! Now get to the bench!

 

Official 2025 Prompt List