About this course
Make a collection of three complementary bangles as you learn the basic techniques of working with silver and are inspired to learn more.Course Description
Have you ever thought you would love to learn how to make jewellery but are not sure what is involved, and whether you will enjoy and have an aptitude for working in silver? Before you sign up to a longer course, come and try making a simple collection of three bangles and see how you feel.
This one day course will introduce you to the basic tools and processes, and teach you how to make three bangles, one round section, one half round, and one square section, and with the option to twist if you choose. The day will take you through the basic skills of sawing, filing, annealing, soldering and polishing.
Hopefully, this will inspire you to learn more and develop your skills in this fascinating discipline. Everyone will have made three bangles by the end of the day.
Timetable
Timetable for one day courses
Students should arrive by 9am for registration.
Classes are from 9.15 - 5pm
Lunch is included.
Course Materials
Included
- Basic tool kit
- Silver for bangles
- 250mm of 2mm round silver wire
- 250mm of 2mm square silver wire
- 250 mm of 3mm X 2mm half round silver wire
- Please note, if the silver price increases considerably, you may be asked to pay a surcharge.
What students need to bring
- An apron
- Shoes that cover your feet (no sandals or flip flops or high heels)
- Something to tie your hair back with, if it is long
Tutors
Sarah graduated Brighton Polytechnic in 1981 and has combined her studio practice as a jeweller with teaching part time. A member of The Designer Jewellers Group, she has exhibited at the Barbican Arts Centre (London) for the last twenty eight years. In 2000 Sarah was invited to write an introduction to Jewellery for Crowood Press and she features in several youtube videos. Sarah's work can be seen on Facebook and Instagram.
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