Flush Setting Jewellery Workshop at Yardley Arts Northamptonshire

Description

On this 4 hour workshop you’ll learn the technique of flush setting round faceted stones into silver. You will: Accurately measure metal and stones Lay and mark out stone positioning on metal with enough space to set them effectively Identify burrs and their uses Choose appropriate burrs for your stone sizes Use a pendant motor to drill through metal to create a seat for your stones Use a needle burnisher to set your stones File, sand and polish your piece NB: Some of the time spent will be practicing the technique in copper. Learners can expect to complete between 1 and 3 finished pieces depending on skill level. Silver and stones are in addition to your course fees and will be between £10 and £50 depending on your designs and stones you choose. Beginners welcome – Good hand dexterity and eyesight essential. You will need to bring an eye glass or optivisors as we will be working on a very small scale (2mm, 2.5mm and 3mm stones) Along the way, you will be welcome to ask questions and chat with your friends or like-minded crafters as you make your very own creation. At the end of this class, you will be able to take your gorgeous creation home.

What's included in the price?

Please bring an eye glass, very strong reading glasses or optivisors. Please do bring your own prepared items if you would like to.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Beccy Gillatt Jewellery

with Craft Courses since 2018

Message the tutor

I was interested in making and designing from a very early age and developed my first jewellery range in 2000. I then discovered my love for teaching in 2004 and have been developing my courses ever since. I have a home teaching studio for 1:1 & 1:2 sessions and in 2017 I set up a teaching studio at Yardley Arts where I can teach up to 11 learners. Qualifications: BA in Designed Metalwork and Jewellery from BCUC and MA Royal College of Art Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork and Jewellery.