Description

Learn how to make a silver ring from scratch to your own design and take it home to treasure. After some tea, coffee or juice on arrival, the tutor will talk through the running of the day and introduce you all to some ring samples to look at. The tools and equipment will then be fully explained before each participant goes on to size, design and actually make a ring using silversmithing techniques. The material used is called PMC, which stands for precious metal clay. It is in fact a form of fine silver and can later be hallmarked. While everyone goes out for lunch (not included), the rings are fired. That only leaves the polishing to be done before you can proudly place the ring on your finger.

Availability: One date per month throughout the year. Weather: Duration: The experience starts at 10am and ends at 4pm (including a one hour lunch break). Numbers On Day: A maximum of six budding jewellery designers take part, guided by a tutor throughout. Spectators: The workshop is exclusively for paying participants. Dress Code: Health and safety guidelines dictate that all participants must have fully covered footwear, so no sandals please. Guidelines: Restrictions: Minimum age is 12. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No jewellery-making experience is necessary. Other Info: Lunch is not included but the class does break for an hour midway through. Please make sure you bring your own lunch.

Location: Weston Turville, Buckinghamshire