Join local artist and teacher to learn the skills and tools required to design and make your very own sterling silver ring and pair of earrings.
During this 6 hour workshop, you’ll get hands-on experience learning techniques such as sawing, soldering, filing texturing and polishing and go home with a bespoke silver ring.
This is a perfect beginner class and no previous experience necessary.
You will learn:
- The most essential bench tools you need to begin making jewellery
- How to use templates and/or make them
- Cutting metals
- Methods of adding texture and details
- Basic construction skills
- Soldering your joins
- Finishing like a pro
- Time allowing, I will give you a run-down on simple tool maintenance
What’s included:
- 6 hours of professional tuition by local artist and silversmith in a group of up to 8 students
- All the metals you’ll need to make your ring
- Access to all the tools
- Info on where to get supplies
- Some take home notes
- Tea, coffee and light refreshments (gluten free & vegan)
- Extra silver will be available to purchase
- Foam earplugs
You will need to bring/supply:
- Your notebook/journal for sketching out your ideas and notes for future reference.
Please note, this is a loud workshop as you will be hammering and forging metal. Foam earplugs are provided however you are welcome to bring your own ear protection.
📅 Sunday 29th September
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 11 Berrie Street, Gympie
🎟️ $260
Age 18+ only
Please read our terms and conditions before booking.