This course is suitable for all levels. It will cover the basic skills of jewellery making through demonstration, handouts and individual practice. If you have previous experience you will be able to develop and extend your knowledge and skills
As a beginner, you will learn the basic skills of jewellery making including piercing, filing, drilling, texturing, annealing, forming, soldering and polishing.
Intermediate and advanced learners will have the opportunity to work on individual projects, develop existing skills and learn new techniques.
Your tutor will work with you as a group and as individuals to support and guide you through your learning
We will supply all the tools and equipment needed for jewellery making.
All materials for the first session will be provided, after that you will need to supply your own metal and sundries such as saw blades. During the first session your tutor will advise what you will need and where to get it.
We encourage you to bring a sketchbook to keep notes, handouts, images and designs.
Please wear closed shoes to all sessions for Health & Safety reasons
‘It’s not just about the bling. It’s about learning a craft – learning techniques that people have used for hundreds of years. At the end you have something tangible, something unique and totally yours.
Nina is friendly, calm and extremely knowledgeable. A real gem in fact. Want to create a particular piece of jewellery? Nina will show you how and give you the skills to do it…. but it’s down to you to make it!’
