This is a fun activity in Bloomsbury, London
Always fancied learning how to make a silver ring with a bezel-set stone? Discover the traditional techniques of jewellery making and create a stunning stone-set sterling silver ring with this one-day workshop in London.
Learn how to manipulate metal sheet and wire. Ideal for absolute beginners, this in-depth jewellery making experience introduces you to the traditional techniques used to create contemporary jewellery. You'll get to grips with basic jewellery making tools and terminology. We will use lovely thick wire either round or flat. You will have a choice of stone. It will be an 8mm or larger round flat backed cabochon
(provided).
The fundamental principles of working with metal are explained throughout your jewellery course. You'll learn:
- sawing and the use of the piercing saw
- filing
- annealing
- how to form the metal
- different types of soldering
- hammer texturing
- how to set a round cabochon stone in fine silver
- polishing and finishing
Your teacher will be on hand to provide support and guidance as you learn and you'll be given lots of information to help build your skills.
This jewellery making course is a perfect birthday present if you're looking for London gift ideas!. Treat a loved one to this craft experience and head to the course together, you'll have a great time learning new skills and you'll have some beautiful jewellery to wear as a reminder of your experience.
There is quite a learning curve involved with making bezels. Please be prepared for the class to run over a bit sometimes.
