This is a fun activity in Bloomsbury, London
Learn to make your own jewellery at this silver ring making class for beginners. If you’d love an opportunity to make a bespoke sterling silver ring come and make one with an expert jewellery maker and gain new craft skills in the process.
On the hunt for a new creative hobby or some fun things to do in London? This beginner-friendly jewellery class is ideal for your first step into the world of bling. You'll be guided step-by-step by your experienced jewellery making teacher Alison. There are 4 benches at the most so you'll have plenty of individual attention and opportunities to ask questions and build your skills.
You'll make a sterling silver ring using beautiful thick wire stock (either round or flat) in your class, perfect for stacking with other jewellery. We work directly in the metal. You'll be supported to bring your jewellery to life by your expert teacher and you'll be given all the help you need to go home with a lovely ring to wear with pride.
This jewellery making workshop offers a warm haven in London. Held at your teacher's studio, you'll have your own bench to work from with all the tools and equipment you need to make a gorgeous piece of wearable art!. It's a wonderful experience if you love accessories particularly if are interested in working with silver.
By the end of your ring making session, you'll have learned how to:
- Measure ring lengths.
- Use a jewellers' saw.
- Anneal metal.
- Use pliers and mandrels to form a ring.
- Solder with pallions.
- Use files.
- Texturing using hammers and punches.
- Polish and finish your ring.
You'll also be guided in the safe and proper use of your jewellery making tools – a crucial skill to have under your belt when working in any craft. These skills will help you practice confidently and independently after your workshop.
By the end of your jewellery making class, you'll go home with your own handmade sterling silver ring, as well as a range of new skills to use in the future!
Please be aware that If there are 4 students the class time could run over by about 30 minutes.
