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Penny Akester Jewellery

Contact name: Penny
53
Total bookings
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over 11 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I have been making jewellery since 1994, I have a teaching certificate for teaching adults, plus BA and MA certificates in Jewellery and have been teaching jewellery making at adult education centres & around London since 2009. I love sharing my skills, helping my students to make beautiful jewellery, and to develop and refine their skills and creativity. Jewellery making is great for a fun day out, a hobby, or of course, as a career! Do join me to make your own gorgeous jewellery.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Bead stringing for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London
6 hours
Next date: 23rd Apr 2025
3 places left
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Beginners silver clay ('PMC') jewellery - full day workshop
7 hours
Next date: 17th Apr 2025
2 places left
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Pearl / Gemstone Knotting (Jewellery Making) - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London
4 hours
Next date: 19th Apr 2025
2 places left
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Silver Casting for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London
6 hours
Next date: 23rd May 2025
2 places left
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Silver Clay Charms - Evening Jewellery Making Workshop - In London
3 hours
Next date: 9th May 2025
3 places left
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Silver Stacking Ring Making - Evening Workshop - In London
3 hours
Next date: 16th May 2025
3 places left
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Wax Carving for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London
6 hours
Next date: 25th May 2025
2 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
24 Feb 25'

Fiona Marley reviewed: Bead stringing for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London

"This was a brilliant course. Penny is such an excellent teacher. She had lots of beads to choose from but I also took some family items that needed to be restrung. Would highly recommend. "

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! Happy beading x Penny"

24 Jul 24'

Daisy reviewed: Wax Carving & CASTING for Jewellery Making - Two Day Workshop

"I have just done Penny’s wax carving and casting 2 day course. Penny was so helpful and knowledgeable and it was really great fun! I am looking forward to casting at home now I have the knowledge that Penny shared. I will definitely be doing another course with Penny. Thank you for a lovely creative weekend :)"

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Thanks Daisy - great to meet you, and congratulations on some lovely pieces! Do get in touch at any time if you have questions"

29 Dec 23'

Naz reviewed: Pearl / Gemstone Knotting (Jewellery Making) - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London

"Had a fabulous time. Penny was patient with her instructions. My girls and I had a lovely time. "

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Naz, thank you for your review! I'm glad you all enjoyed the day "

23 Nov 23'

Justine reviewed: Wax Carving for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London

"Had a fantastic day with Penny learning the basics of wax carving. She shared all of her knowledge and it was great to see her actually making an item alongside me. Great pack of supporting information too! Would definitely recommend."

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Aw - Thanks Justine! Glad you enjoyed the day - have fun with future wax experiments! x"