Spend your Sunday afternoon with tutor Nadine getting creative with jewellery making, and learn how to make sterling silver earrings with this 4 hour workshop.
Whether a hobbyist, enthusiast or exploring a career in jewellery making, you will explore fundamental skills and at the end of your workshop you will take home a pair of sterling silver earrings designed by and unique to you.
You'll kick off the class with a practice run, working with copper before moving on to sterling silver. Choose your style between studs or drops, decide on your pattern and finish, and perhaps play with combining the metals as Nadine takes you through this exciting process step by step.
Materials are included in the cost of the workshop and no experience is necessary.
We are fully inclusive and all skill levels (Adults 18+) are welcome, however, please note that this course requires hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow precise instructions with regards to safety.Here's what you’ll Learn:
How to use a piercing saw.
How to anneal silver.
How to use the pickle bath.
How to solder silver.
How to add texture using hammers and metal stamps.
How to form and manipulate metal using a doming block and dappers.
How to create contrast finishes using silver oxidising liquid.
How to sand and finish edges.
How to use the pendant drill.
How to finish and polish your final piece.
Where to Go:
This class is held in our B1b unit located at Eircode T12 KRH7.
Here's what to Wear:
Avoid wearing loose clothing and jewellery and don’t forget to tie back long hair. Closed toe shoes are required on all of our workshop floors. If you need glasses for close up work, don't forget to bring them.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE will be provided by benchspace for all courses that require it. It must be worn as directed. All specialist equipment and materials will be provided.
Please read our terms and conditions here before booking.
Any questions? Email hello@benchspacecork.ieInterested in other Jewellery Classes or Courses?
If you would like to create your own set of jewellery pieces we regularly run classes where you can make Silver Spinner Rings, Earrings, Bangles, Pendants, Stone-Set Rings, and more. And we offer 10 week Design & Make Jewellery Courses for those who want to expand their skills.
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Spend your Sunday afternoon with tutor Nadine getting creative with jewellery making, and learn how to make sterling silver earrings with this 4 hour workshop. Whether a hobbyist, enthusiast or exploring a career in jewellery making, you will explore fundamental skills and at the end of your workshop you will take home a pair of sterling silver earrings designed by and unique to you. You'll kick off the class with a practice run, working with copper before moving on to sterling silver. Choose your style between studs or drops, decide on your pattern and finish, and perhaps play with combining the metals as Nadine takes you through this exciting process step by step. Materials are included in the cost of the workshop and no experience is necessary. We are fully inclusive and all skill levels (Adults 18+) are welcome, however, please note that this course requires hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow precise instructions with regards to safety. Here's what you’ll Learn:
