Silver Jewellery (5 Weeks) Thurs PM

About this course

The course introduces key jewellery-making techniques, including piercing, filing, drilling, texturing, annealing, forming, soldering and polishing. Demonstrations and handouts are combined with individual practice so learners can apply techniques during the sessions. Beginners work through foundational skills, while those with previous experience can develop existing abilities, learn further techniques and work on individual projects. Teaching takes place both as a group and through individual guidance from the tutor.

What you'll learn

• Use piercing, filing and drilling techniques in jewellery making
• Apply texturing, annealing and forming processes to metal
• Carry out soldering and polishing techniques
• Develop existing jewellery-making skills through individual project work
• Select and apply new techniques to an individual jewellery project

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners at all levels. Beginners can work through foundational jewellery-making techniques, while learners with previous experience can extend their skills and develop individual projects. Sessions combine group teaching with individual guidance.

• Suitable for learners working at different levels within the same group
• Experienced learners can develop existing skills and explore new techniques
• Includes both group instruction and individual tutor guidance

Before you go

• All tools and equipment needed for jewellery making are supplied.
• Materials for the first session are provided; learners must supply their own metal and sundries such as saw blades after that.
• The tutor will advise during the first session on required materials and where to obtain them.
• A sketchbook is encouraged for notes, handouts, images and designs.
• Closed shoes must be worn for health and safety reasons.