Silver stacking ring jewellery workshop

What: Half day silver stacking ring workshop from 9.30 to 12.30 with a mid-morning 15 minute break for a cuppa!

Content: An enjoyable morning of hammering silver and bending it to your will!

Create a series of 2-3 stacking rings that sit comfortably together on your finger, you will use silversmithing techniques to play with different textures and hammer marks and learn how to achieve different finishes: satin, textured, highly polished.

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.

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 Studio 4, in the Stables at Coda.There is easy parking on site with disabled spaces and access if required.

Refreshments: The onsite Bramble Hill cafe is open 10.00-15.00 Monday to Friday in July for you to purchase drinks and food. The cafe maybe closed during August. The studio will provide tea and coffee during the morning break.

What's Included: 2-3 sterling silver rings, textured and finished to your design.

Practising with copper wire initially to understand the textures and processes.

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

Tea and biscuits!