Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of ear Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 70mm X 50mm X 35mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of female eye Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 70mm X 70mm X 60mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of female mouth Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 70mm X 70mm X 35mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of female nose Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 85mm X 60mm X 50mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of Michelangelo eye Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions:200mm X 170mm X 80mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of Michelangelo mouth Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 160mm X 105mm X 60mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Thinking Hand Studios, custom anatomical reference model of male eye Cast in dental plaster, sealed with wax. Approximate external dimensions: 70mm X 70mm X 60mm Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
This elegant box design blends contemporary styling and traditional dovetail construction. Available in a range of highly exotic and extremely rare wood choices. Building this kit will introduce the student to many important skills, and provide a solid scalable foundation to inspire future project ideas. Many options are available, ranging from a downloadable cutting list & 4.5 hour build along…
4 hour Wax-Metal express Two x 2hr sessions introducing you to the tools, materials and essential techniques of wax jewellery making and metal finishing. Ideal to see if wax jewellery making is for you. (does not include metal casting costs) Prerequisite: None Duration: 4 hours total Price: $144 (group session), $288 (private session) Availability: Group sessions Tuesday, Fridays between 8am…
Finish metal castings of your wax pieces A 2hr course introducing you to the tools, materials and essential techniques of finishing the metal castings of your wax jewellery peices. After this course you will have the basic skills required to continue making and finishing your own designs at home. Prerequisite: Requires completion of Introduction to wax jewellery making Duration: 2…
Intensive Wax Jewellery Making Course (4 days) Our intensive wax jewellery making course is a comprehensive guide to making jewellery from wax covering beginner to advanced techniques including how to mass produce your designs. You will be guided through a series of projects teaching different skills including etching, miniature sculpture, carving, texturing, experimental techniques, wax injection & mould making. There…
Intermediate Wax Jewellery Making This course expands on skills covered in the Introduction to Wax Jewellery Making course, teaching some more advanced methods of working with wax. You will see that wax is an extremely versatile medium capable of textures, effects & extreme sculptural detail which isn’t possible with traditional silversmithing techniques. Choose a designs from the Intensive wax jewellery…
Introduction to Wax Jewellery making A 3hr course introducing you to the tools, materials and essential techniques of wax jewellery making. After this course you will have the basic skills required to continue making your wax designs at home. (does not include metal casting costs) Duration: 3hrs Price: $108 (group session), $216 (private session) Availability: Group sessions Tuesday, Fridays between…
Kids Class, 4 hour Wax-Metal express Two x 2hr session introduction to the tools, materials and essential techniques of wax jewellery making and metal finishing. A perfect introduction for children 7 and up. (does not include metal casting costs) Prerequisite: None Duration: 4hrs: Two x 2 hour sessions Price: One child: $288 (2x 2hr sessions) Two children: $300 (2x…
Mould Making For Design & Mass Production (3 hours) This essential skill not only allows you to mass produce your designs but also opens up a world of possibilities to your design process as well as dramatically increasing your productivity and efficiency. You will also learn the basics of wax injection. Do yourself a favour and don’t overlook this process!…
Thinking Hand Studios has prepared an A Fast Track Guide to Traditional Water and Oil Gilding eBook. This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman. 16 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step by step guide for those wishing to explore and experience…
Thinking Hand Studios has prepared an Introduction to Flush Setting Techniques eBook. This module has been drawn up to accompany our introduction to our Flush Setting course. This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman. 12 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step…
Thinking Hand Studios has prepared an Introduction to Sand Casting for the Jewellery Making Studio eBook. This module has been drawn up to accompany our introduction to our sand casting course. This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman. 31 Pages of reference material primarily designed as…
Give a friend or loved one a memorable and rewarding experience which might set them down a life changing creative path! Purchase a gift certificate for a complete course as a gift!
Give a friend or loved one a memorable and rewarding experience which might set them down a life changing creative path! Purchase a gift certificate for jewellery or sculpture, or purchase a complete course as a gift! 10% discount on times over 9 hours, for a limited time only!
The Ion-Stream Commercial is designed for routine in-store cleaning of jewellery for retail display and specifically to clean items set with delicate or chemically reactive stones. It is made to be versatile and simple in use. Ion-Stream cleaning will perform tasks not possible with ultrasonic cleaners. Its principal use is the quiet, quick and safe removal of tarnish from the…
Carving wax jewellery designs is not an easy thing to learn but with the right tools you will get the best possible advantage and work satisfaction. This hand made Pointed Wax Carving Tool one of the most commonly required and useful carving shapes ideal for etching as well as sharpening up and refining detail. An absolute must for all wax…
Carving wax jewellery designs is not an easy thing to learn but with the right tools you will get the best possible advantage and work satisfaction. This hand made Wax Carving Chisel is extra sharp and one of the most commonly required carving shapes. An absolute must for all wax jewellery makers. The brass handle and stainless steel carving tip…
Large 95mm custom sand casting flask with base. Complimentary eBook! (Valued at $25 if purchased from us separately, download link will be emailed after purchase) Side entry - enabling a heavy button to force molten metal into fine details. Large diameter and depth provides more versatility. Diameter 95mm Length 80mm 100% Manufactured in Burleigh Heads QLD from locally sourced materials!
This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman and antique furniture restoration specialist. 29 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step by step guide for those wishing to explore and experience this process. This module covers the techniques and considerations of basic furniture…
This eBook is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional experience as a traditional craftsman. 28 Pages of reference material primarily designed as a stand alone step by step guide for those wishing to explore and experience this process. Module 02 Basic Introduction to Traditional Staining Dyes, Pigments. Chemicals, Bleach in relation to…
Thinking Hand Studios has prepared a French Polishing Course eBook and companion 110 min downloadable video. This is written and presented by Calvert Regan who has had more than 40 years professional antique restoration & conservation experience. 25 Pages of reference material to be used as a standalone book, or with the companion video. This can be downloaded via the…
Module 04 SIMULATING WEAR & PATINATION ON NEW REPLICA PERIOD FURNITURE OR NEWLY REPAIRED SHOW WOOD SURFACES This module covers multiple techniques and considerations of staining, sealing and finishing antique furniture. When finishing a piece of antique furniture it is imperative it is done in a thoughtful, respectful manner consistent with its age and history. Ideally, all added work should…
Ongoing Jewellery sessions: Wax Continue your learning in your areas of interest. Send us pictures of the kinds of things you would like to work towards making and we will help you reach your creative goals. There are so many possibilities with wax jewellery making from stone setting for rings and pendants to making flower and animal jewellery and everything…
One of my frequently used tools for refining my sculpted forms. The precise curve and fine coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for refinements. It is best used to as a final refinement after first shaping and refining with my other available tools ST-SRT-L and ST-SRT-S. I made this tool out of a personal necessity through trial…
One of my most used tools for creating and refining my sculptures. The precise curve and subtle coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for shaping smoothing and refining. One of the most important aspects of sculpture is shaping shadows to create strong and subtle anatomical forms with precision and control. This tool along with its variation is…
One of my most used tools for creating and refining my sculptures. The precise curve and subtle coarseness on this hand made sculpting tool is perfect for shaping smoothing and refining. One of the most important aspects of sculpture is shaping shadows to create strong and subtle anatomical forms with precision and control. This tool along with its variation is…
One of my frequently used tools for shaping tiny delicate parts of my sculptures. Some areas such as eyelids, nostrils, fingers and skin wrinkles need a specialized tool to save you time and give you the necessary accuracy. The precise fine wire on both the curved and square ends of this hand made sculpting tool are perfect for cutting with…
Silicon Rubber moulding kit, removable base, removable nozzle. Available in 3 sizes or as a complete kit. Designed and manufactured in Australia, QLD Burleigh Heads by Thinking Hand Studios.
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. The cost of the silver is in addition to the session. Approx. 16grams of silver will…
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 require one 12x9mm cabochon and up to 10grms of silver which will include .5mm silver sheet and fine silver bezel wire and 1.5mm diameter silver wire for the ring shank. We can supply the silver needed but feel free to bring your own if required. Please contact us for the current price…
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 session is available for those who have some jewellery making experience and want to progress to more advanced procedures. This facility is particularly useful for designer craftspeople wishing to progress with their skills and those wishing to set up their own studio and students looking for new procedures to enhance their design options Being able to use various tools…
Ongoing Jewellery sessions: Silversmithing and Fabrication Continue your learning in metal fabrication. We can help you create your concept and teach you the skills required to fabricate your designs. Does not include materials or consumables, these can be purchased from us if required. Duration: 2-7hrs Price: $36/hr (group session), $72/hr (private session) Availability: Group sessions held weekly, Tuesdays, Fridays…
Stone setting for Wax Jewellery: Part 1 You will learn to make a couple of wax designs to familiarise you with the wax componant of the stone setting process. The designs are made with some inexpensive, large, irregular shaped stones. You will model your design with the stone in place and then remove the stone ready for casting. If you…
Stone setting for Wax Jewellery: Part 2 Return to the studio with your silver cast design created in Part 1 and learn how to set your stone and finish your ring. Prerequisite: Stone Setting for Jewellery, part 1 Duration: 3 hrs Price: $36/hr (group session), $72/hr (private session) Availability: Group sessions held weekly, Tuesdays, Fridays between 8am & 3pm…
Thinking Hand Studios, Standard Wax Kit. Assortment of wax ring/bangle blanks & bag of 50g wax flakes Handmade locally in small batches. (Made in Burleigh Heads Australia)
Cast in Place Stone Setting With Wax This narrated video course provides thoroughly detailed, step by step instructions covering several techniques of cast in place stone setting as well as explanations of the theory to enable you to experiment with the process. You will learn by creating a number of projects to develop your skills. The final exercise will put…
This video course is part 1 in a series of Claw setting using wax instructional videos. Part 2 will be available soon and covers the metal finishing process for this design, showing you how to set the Pearl into your metal casting. This 70 minute video course takes you step by step through the entire wax process of creating a…
Video course: Introduction to Claw Setting - Part 2 - The Metal Finishing Process (30 mins) This video course the second part of our introduction to claw setting - The Wax Process. In this course we cover the metal finishing process for this design, showing you how to set the Pearl into your silver casting. This 30 minute video course…
This 35 minute video course and accompanying manual gives you a thorough description and demonstration of how to make a simple jewellery mould. The manual also includes a bonus guide to wax injection for the beginner outlining all the main considerations faced by the jewellery mould maker. Mould making is a complex subject and there are many different techniques which…
Video Course: Two Claw Setting - Part 1 - The Wax Process (86 mins) The next step up in claw setting difficulty! This highly detailed and fully narrated and demonstrated course will further your understanding of claw setting using wax jewellery making techniques. Please note this is the wax process only. The metal finishing process is also available as a…
Video Course: Two Claw Setting - Part 2 - The Stone Setting & Metal Finishing Process (25 mins) The next step up in claw setting difficulty! This highly detailed and fully narrated and demonstrated course will further your understanding of claw setting using wax jewellery making techniques. Please note this is the wax process only. The metal finishing process is…
A detailed, step by step video course covering a range of essential wax jewellery making techniques as wellas an introduction to finishing your silver castings. Note: This video course requires a wax kit, a wax welder and a mandrel which we can also supply if necessary. Make sure to select this option when purchasing if required. We will also provide…
This kit contains 8 ring blanks all suitable for the design featured in the video and enough material to create more variations! Two fresh water pearls are also included as well as 30g of spare wax flakes and small portion of clay mate for holding stones during the exercise.