Jewellery Making Taster (1 Day)

About this course

This beginner-level taster introduces jewellery making through tutor demonstrations, handouts and individual practice. Learners work through foundational techniques including piercing, filing, texturing, annealing, forming and polishing. Teaching combines guidance for the group with individual support, enabling participants to apply these processes while making one or two jewellery pieces during the session.

What you'll learn

• Practise piercing, filing and polishing techniques used in jewellery making.
• Apply texturing, annealing and forming processes.
• Create one or two jewellery pieces using the techniques introduced.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners looking to try jewellery making. Its beginner label suggests an introduction to fundamental techniques rather than advanced study, while the teaching combines group instruction with individually guided practice. Learners make one or two pieces during the session.

Before you go

• All tools and equipment needed for jewellery making are supplied.
• Copper is provided for the session.
• Some silver may be purchased during the class.
• Closed shoes must be worn for health and safety reasons.
• One or two jewellery pieces made during the session can be taken home.