Description
Spinner rings and bangles are delightful pieces of jewellery to make and to wear - come along and make your own! The edges of the base are flared to capture the narrower satellite rings or bangle that spin freely. The silver can be textured with a variety of hammers and decorative punches, the edges of the main ring or bangle filed into waves or left straight and the silver can be given an antiqued finish or left bright and polished - so many variations that everyone in the class makes their own unique piece of jewellery. The Spinner Ring and Bangles workshop teaches you all the traditional silversmithing techniques you need to create your own stunning and perfectly fitting sterling silver ring or bangle. This workshop is suitable for beginners to jewellery making as it teaches many of the basic skills needed for more advanced skills, however those with previous experience will also find their skills tested and improved by the end of the session. We will also discuss tools, equipment, materials and health and safety considerations. Only 8 places are available to ensure that everyone gets the help and attention they need. 14 to 16 year olds are welcome but will need to be accompanied by a paying adult. Joanne Tinley is a jewellery designer and qualified teacher offering workshops in Hampshire. Please see the other course listings for further workshops available, or get in touch for more details.
What's included in the price?
Materials (sterling silver sheet and wire) are available for purchase on the day. The exact cost of the materials will be determined by the size and therefore weight of the ring or bangle you make and the price of silver on the day. The material costs for most rings is approximately £12. The material costs for most bangles without extra spinning bangles is approximately £22-£25, whilst bangles with spinners may use £32-£48 of silver depending on the design that you choose. Use of all tools and other consummables is included in the workshop fee. Tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits are in plentiful supply, but please bring your own lunch. We are a peanut-free venue, thank you.
Duration
6½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Joanne Tinley is an enthusiastic qualified teacher of over twenty years experience. She set up her own business over a decade ago, and now sells her own jewellery through galleries and shops across the UK as well as offering small group workshops, summer school courses, private tuition and "make your own wedding ring" days in her studio in Hampshire.
Suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- Mother's Day
- Romantic
- Weekends
- Suitable for beginners
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Parking provided
- Stag dos
- Hen dos
- Suitable for all abilities
- Corporate days out & team building
- Public transport
- Daytime (weekdays)
