I love the concept of Harold Studio - its a jewelry studio that folks can pay to use by the hour or monthly. It would be perfect for BFA or MFA students just out of school who need a place to do their jewelry work. The fee you pay gives you access to all the tools and equipment in the studio. There are several benches in the studio and a few soldering stations as well as lots of hand tools and other large equipment.
I've been doing the monthly key rental now for almost 2 months and I'm really loving it. I got my BFA in jewelry/metalsmithing long ago and far away. Buying all the tools and equipment necessary, not to mention having a studio space to set everything up is a big financial commitment that I can't make right now. Harold Studio is the perfect solution to my problem. The rental rates are very reasonable and the studio provides a space to work as well as an opportunity to get to know other artists/crafters in the area. They also have jewelry making classes.
Johanna, the owner, is fabulous. She's very knowledgeable, willing to answer questions and super helpful. She is also always looking for ways to make improvements to the studio and she adds new tools and equipment all the time.