Bangle Making Workshop For Beginners

Description

Looking to dive into a fascinating world of creativity and craftsmanship? Join us for a jewellery class in Pampisford! You'll learn the art of traditional handmade silversmithing practices, perfect for beginners. By the end of the workshop, you'll confidently craft stunning bangles in sterling silver, taking home not just beautiful pieces but also a newfound skill set. Develop a broad understanding of silversmithing hand tools and their safe usage. Learn essential techniques such as forming, annealing, soldering, and pickling silver. Get hands-on experience with metal forming, wire bending, and soldering, honing your skills every step of the way. Explore ways to incorporate texture and different finishing techniques into your creations. Throughout the day, Liz will guide you through the process of creating a beautiful bangle, all from scratch. While all tools and materials will be provided, you can purchase extra silver if you're feeling particularly creative or wish to make supplementary pieces. If you have your own tools – feel free to bring them along. Expect a supportive and encouraging environment, where mistakes are part of the learning process. By the end of the session, you may just find yourself itching to dive even deeper into the world of jewellery making – who knows where your newfound passion might take you next!

What's included in the price?

All tools, consumables and silver for two bangles are included, with options to buy extra if there is time to make additional pieces.

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

The Silver Bird

with Craft Courses since 2024

Message the tutor

I am the owner of The Silver Bird, an artisan, handmade jewellery business based in a semi-rural village in Cambridgeshire. I am a member of the Guild of Jewellery Designers, have a Diploma in Fine Jewellery making, and am currently completing a Diploma in Advance Jewellery making with the London Jewellery School. I specialise in bespoke commissions and customisable pieces, as well as teaching traditional jewellery making techniques. I retired from an 18 year career as a secondary DT teacher, over which time I taught hundreds of young people how to design and make novel, beautiful products, by exploring material properties and generating unique forms. During this time, I completed a Masters of Education at Cambridge University, focusing on creative idea generation and development. This gave me a particular passion for biomimicry; using and replicating the nature through product design to make unique textures and forms. I have taught adult silver jewellery making classes in several schools, and have set up my own teaching school in Pampisford, Cambridge. Jewellery making with silver is easily the most addictive thing I have ever done. And that's before we talk about the enchanting world of gemstones! Whether you are into contemporary or classic pieces, you are learning for pleasure, or you want your own career change, I can help you fall in love with the processes and achieve your jewellery-making potential. Contact me for an informal chat if you'd like more information of what I can offer. I look forward to making with you.