Saturday, 4 May

Embossed Pewter Box Workshop

Come and join this relaxing full day beginner workshop to learn the basics of pewter embossing.

By Melanie Berman

Select date and time

Sat, 4 May 2024 10:00 - 17:00 GMT+1

Location

The Old Print Works

498-506 Moseley Road Birmingham B12 9AH United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

I will take you through the process from a piece of sheet metal to the finished product. There is no previous embossing experience required or drawing ability as I will provide stencils and traceable images.

Pewter is a pliable, radiant, silvery metal that is easy to engrave or emboss with basic hand-held tools to create raised designs. The metal is then oxidized to create an aged appearance.

The pewter will be used to embellish a keepsake box, which will then be coloured using inks. The box will then be lined with fabric and a decorative clasp added.

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

16 is the minimum age.

What are my parking options for getting to and from the event?

Please park in Edward Road opposite The Old Printworks

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Mobile 07887946885

melberman@live.co.uk

Is there disabled access?

Unfortunately the workshop is upstairs with no lift in the building.

Organised by

Melanie Berman

Hi, I'm Melanie Berman. For the past 20 years I have worked with a variety of craft materials, both in my teachings and in my own work. While becoming captivated with pewter on an embossing workshop a few years ago, it has become my main medium for creative self expression.

In my home country of South Africa, pewter is used extensively in art and embellishment. In my work I use mainly pewter and copper sheet, combining them with different waxes and colourful inks. As well as the metal, I use other forms of mixed media, including textiles, wirework, coloured foils and other decoration. I create one-off pieces as well as using the metal for notebooks, journals, mirror frames and boxes.

I draw my inspiration from nature as well as sculptural pieces and architecture. I am constantly looking for new creative ideas in the many photographs that I take on my travels.