Casting and jewellery making for all levels: develop your own piece

About this course

Participants develop small jewellery pieces and objects through demonstrations, practical workshop work, group discussion, peer learning and individual tutorials. The course explores Delft clay sand casting and cuttlefish casting, including wax-carved models, surface texture and casting in metals such as bronze and pewter. Tutor guidance supports personal projects from initial ideas through to finishing. Learners practise filing, polishing and other refinement techniques, then review their work and creative process through feedback and discussion. Structured projects are available, while individual aims and progression are considered throughout the course.

What you'll learn

• Create wax-carved models and textured forms suitable for casting
• Use Delft clay to sand-cast small objects
• Apply cuttlefish casting techniques and operate the furnace safely
• Refine cast pieces through filing, finishing and polishing
• Evaluate jewellery work and the decisions made during its development

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners who already have some jewellery-making experience and is not designed for complete beginners. Learning combines individual project development with demonstrations, group discussion, peer learning and one-to-one guidance. Participants can work at their own pace while setting and reviewing personal aims.

• Previous jewellery-making experience is expected.
• There is no formal homework or assessment.
• Projects can be developed with individual tutor feedback and peer discussion.

Before you go

• Basic materials and equipment are provided.
• Learners may bring small objects or natural forms to use as references, such as decorative buttons or miniature objects.
• There is no expectation to complete work outside class.
• Learners must follow studio health and safety procedures and keep shared work areas and equipment clean and tidy.