Wooden Jewellery with Sarah King

About this course

Participants will measure, saw and shape wood into a pendant design, then decorate the surface with silver dots and attach jewellery findings. A second project focuses on making a wooden ring incorporating either a silver line or a pearl. Guided exercises are accompanied by examples of finished work and can be adapted for individual designs. Techniques covered include laminating, painting, liming, texturing and inlay, with time for further experimentation where possible.

What you'll learn

• Saw and shape wood for jewellery designs
• Apply texture and decorative treatments to wooden surfaces
• Identify woods suited to particular techniques and sources for obtaining them
• Inlay silver dots and lines into wood
• Inlay a pearl into wood

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for all levels, including beginners and learners extending their jewellery-making skills through wood. Basic knowledge of hand tools is described as beneficial rather than required. The practical work involves carving and forming metal, so a moderate level of fitness and arm strength is needed.

• Basic hand-tool knowledge may be beneficial
• Carving and forming metal requires moderate fitness and arm strength
• Learners who are pregnant should discuss precautions with the tutor because some chemicals may be harmful

Before you go

• Workshop tools and the wood for the projects are provided.
• Silver and pearls must be purchased separately.
• An apron, notebook, pen and hair tie for long hair may be useful.
• The studio has lift access.
• Learners who are pregnant should inform the tutor so that necessary precautions can be advised.