Silver jewellery stone setting day with light lunch included.

Get ready to relax and unleash your creativity whilst learning the art of creating silver jewellery with unique stone settings.

What : An enjoyable full day workshop of silversmithing learning cabochon (flat backed) stone setting creating a pendant or ring from 9.30 to 15.30 with a mid-morning and afternoon break for a cuppa! A light lunch of sandwiches and cakes is included .

Level : This workshop is suitable for complete beginners, you will be given guidance all the way through from the initial design, to making and finishing.

The Studio: The Studio has a maximum of 5 participants, so that the classes are small, friendly and supportive and you will receive plenty of guidance should you need it. The studio is fully equipped, with each of the 5 individual workbenches having the tools necessary for each task and with additional larger working areas for soldering and polishing.

Your tutor: Rachael is an established maker and illustrator with a PGCert in Creative Education and has taught in a University setting for over 25 years, specialising in 3D Art & Design including contemporary craft and jewellery. She is keen to help others tap into their creativity and set up their own rewarding jewellery practice.

Where : Form and Findings Studio is Sudio 4, in the Stable block at Coda.There is easy parking on site with disabled spaces and access if required.

Refreshments : The on site Bramble Hill cafe is open 10.00-15.00 Monday to Friday in July. The cafe maybe closed during August. The studio will provide a light lunch of sandwiches and cakes as well as tea and coffee during the morning and afternoon breaks.

Included : select a semi precious stone from our selection. We will be using either round or oval stones. Many to chose from!

Sterling silver bezel wire, sterling silver sheet, hard silver solder.

A sterling silver trace chain.

All consumables: saw blades, polish, polishing papers, sand paper etc