SILV01 - Introduction to silversmithing. Make a substantial sterling silver ring from sheet material This is up to a 4 hour course which is ideal to introduce you to silversmithing techniques. The class involves an introduction to basic tools used in silversmithing, silver soldering, filling, sawing, annealing to make the silver workable, bending the silver into a ring shape, applying…
SILV02 - Introduction to silversmithing. Melting and rolling silver into a sheet ring. This is a 5 hour course which is ideal to introduce you to more involved silversmithing techniques. Melting and rolling silver into a sheet ring after an introduction on how use an ingot die and a Smith Mini Oxy/Acetylene Melt and cast approximately 14 grams of sterling…
Make a Spinner Ring (5 hour Session) The Spinner or Meditation ring is a very interesting project both for the experienced maker or total beginner beginner. Learn all skills involved in making this amazing project! Learn in a supportive, friendly environment, from an experience teacher. Please note approx. 14-16g of silver will be needed, we can supply this if…
5 hour course, Introduction to Delft clay casting including cast-in-place stone setting (sand casting) Sand casting adds a whole new dimension to the skill and possibilities of the jewellery maker’s studio. There is an immediate aesthetic that only this process can offer which can include casting stones in place. The course is intended for the experienced jewellery maker but…
This is a 5 hour session which will suit the setting of a 12x9 cabochon. The average size ring will require approx. 10 grams of silver which will include .5mm sheet, fine silver bezel wire and 1.5mm diameter sterling silver for the ring shank. Both the silver and the cabochon are in addition the course fee. We are happy to…
Flush Setting, 3 hour course It is a practical 3 hour course where participants will be introduced to setting a 3mm brilliant cut stone. With a little practice, this essential technique allows very quick, perfect stone setting for your jewellery designs. All materials are supplied including tea or coffee and a comprehensive Flush Setting guide, written by Thinking Hand…
This is a 4 hour one to one only session which is which is available for those who have some jewellery making experience and want to progress to more advanced procedures. It also for those who may need help in making a particular design which is causing difficulties. This facility is particularly useful for designer craftspeople wishing to progress with…
