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We had such a fun time making our rings!

The beaten ring was my favourite part—it was so satisfying to keep beaten/hammering it! You just have to be careful not to beat it too much, or it will become too big.

Helene is a wonderful teacher and explained everything so clearly. We learned so much about the physics and chemistry behind the ring-making process.

My husband and I really enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you, Helene, for such a fun and memorable workshop!

Angela Brown • Jun 2026

Teacher was super orgsanised and informative, provided a great workspace and opportunity to personalise our creations. Highly recommended!

Kaela van Peelen • Jun 2026

The workshop was amazing! Helen was a great teacher and it was really fun to make some rings. There was lots of customisation and we were guided well with what to do. I really liked the additional information shared throughout the workshop on silver and chemical reactions, and the opportunity to customise the rings to my liking.

Belinda Johnson • May 2026

What I expected to be “a nice activity” turned into one of the most genuinely enjoyable and grounding afternoons I’ve had in a long time.

My 15 year old daughter and I attended a sterling silver ring-making workshop and left over four and a half hours later with two rings each that we’re absurdly proud of.

The teaching was patient, generous, and deeply knowledgeable, but what really stood out was the atmosphere - calm, welcoming, creative, and completely unpretentious. We both became completely absorbed in the process.

As a parent, it was also pretty special watching my teenager quietly build confidence as the afternoon went on. There was something about working side-by-side with our hands busy that created a real sense of connection and ease. A truly lovely experience from start to finish, and one I’d recommend without hesitation.

Lauren Lee • May 2026

Had a blast and made two beautiful rings. Helene was a fantastic teacher, who broke down all the steps so they were easy to follow. I left with some beautiful jewellery I can be proud of, some fun stories and a whole lot of jewellery knowledge.

Chloe Jones • Apr 2026

We had a lovely time at Helen’s workshop.

Helen was so full of knowledge and was a lovely host.

The final pieces of jewellery we made were beautiful. This was such a wonderful experience. Would recommend to anyone visiting the area!

Amanda Thiele • Apr 2026

Had a lovely afternoon and Helen was really helpful and informative, the class was super hands on and very interesting. If you’re thinking about booking I highly recommend doing it.

Jo Gaynor • Apr 2026

My daughter and I booked a ring making class as a special bonding experience. Helene was welcoming and very accommodating of our neurodiversities. The class is very hands on and very informative, Helene knows a lot about the history of jewellery and metallurgy. The studio is well set up, making the whole process flow smoothly. We had a great afternoon with Helene and finished two beautiful rings from scratch. Definitely recommend!

Peter Neville • Apr 2026

Helene was an incredible teacher who worked with us to produce two beautiful rings during the class. She was patient and willing to explain all aspects of the work and we had a great afternoon of fun and conversation. Highly recommend this course. Love the end products. Thanks so much Helene.

Debra Billson • Apr 2026

A lovely small class in the beautiful township of Olinda. Siobhan was a patient and very knowledgeable tutor (with an absolute plethora of beads to select from!) At no time did I feel rushed, and was able to finish the class with a completed project (with the new-found ability to do more at home).

Sharon Hagan • Apr 2026

Lovely teacher, made an amazing necklace and learned a lot about beading in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Sarah Cowen • Apr 2026

My husband and I both really enjoyed this class. Helen was a fantastic teacher, taking the time to walk us through each step and explain things in detail along the way.

It was a fantastic way to spend the afternoon for our anniversary and the rings we were able to produce by the end looked great.

Janet Usher • Mar 2026

Really enjoyed beading class. It was creative and inspiring. Learnt so much which I feel confident doing on my own. Siobhan was fantastic - couldn’t have asked for a better teacher. She was real, open and clear with her instructions. Love the items I made and came away feeling very happy and fulfilled. Thank you.

Michelle Wordsworth • Feb 2026

Obsessed!!! I loved this workshop and had so much fun. It pushed me outside my comfort zone in a good way. Siobhan is fantastic and so patient and encouraging. I felt all fumble fingers at the start but beyond ecstatic with how it turned out.

Janice Cullen • Feb 2026

Valentines Day Silver Ring Making Workshop for Two

Absolutely loved this class very informative and lots of fun. Thanks Helene for your time

Andre Czausov • Feb 2026

This class was great, we made a pair of lovely silver rings for each other, the class is very hands on. Our teacher Helene was friendly and engaging, and super helpful at every step even when we messed things up somewhat. Learned a lot about silver working and got to spend some quality time in beautiful Olinda.

Carolina Guzman • Feb 2026

We absolutely loved the Silver Ring Making Workshop for Two. It was such a special and surprisingly relaxing experience to share. Neither of us had done anything like this before, but Helen explained everything so clearly and made us feel comfortable from the start.

There’s something really meaningful about making your own jewellery from scratch. Watching a simple strip of silver turn into a ring you actually get to wear is pretty amazing. We both left feeling proud of our new rings and creating a sentimental piece for our wedding.

Bradley Robinson • Feb 2026

This class made a great gift for my girlfriend who loved the class and thought the teacher was very friendly!

Lizette M Bell • Feb 2026

Fantastic workshop as a birthday gift for my daughter. Facilitation was so heartfelt and we learned so much about the craft while also getting hands on skills. Would definitely come back when my other kids are old enough.

Mark Ammermann • Jan 2026

This was the best course. Everything was explained in step by step detail and Helene our tutor was very patient and exceptionally knowledgeable. We got to make two beautiful rings and I would highly recommend this course for anyone interested in learning the beautiful chart of Jewellry making.

Janine Kibblewhite • Jan 2026

Beachy Vibes Jewellery Workshop: Summer Ready

A stimulating creative workshop with a fabulous necklace at the end of a creative day. Siobhan Was an excellent teacher, knowledgable, helpful, creative and patient. She helped when needed and allowed me space and time to learn. Tall Trees is a great location full of treasures and art to explore.

Michelle Wordsworth • Jan 2026

I absolutely loved this workshop. Siobhan was so helpful and generous with her knowledge and time. I finally know what cords, wires, etc to use best for which beads as well as the different clasps to finish the pieces off nicely. I’m looking forward to signing up for some more workshops to learn other techniques.

Jo Sarafis • Jan 2026

The class was excellent. Siobhan was so knowledgeable and helped guide me through to choose and create something that I would enjoy wearing. she had a wealth of information which she readily shared and shows her passion for her craft1. I would love to do a different class with Siobhan as she has so much creativity in a range of different materials.

The venue was great as well and Helene was very welcoming as well.

Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Beaded Jewellery Workshop review by Jo Sarafis - Melbourne

Trish Sonsie • Jan 2026

Such an informative and relaxing afternoon. Helen is a great teacher and very knowledgeable. This was a birthday present fory daughter who made special memories and two beautiful rings. She was apprehensive about soldering but Helen was very supportive and encouraging.

Kat Trollope • Dec 2025

Helen, was amazing. So make knowledge. She took our time with us. And we came away with our very own beautiful rings

Sandra Downie • Dec 2025

Beachy Vibes Jewellery Workshop: Summer Ready

What a relaxing way to spend an afternoon learning about the history of jewellery making and using tools to make 2 silver rings. Helene was very informative and guided us through the steps clearly. Nothing was rushed and help was given when needed. Left with 2 pieces to wear.

Tracey Frazer • Dec 2025

I recommend this class to anyone. I attended this class with my mum. We both had the most wonderful time learning & bonding together. There is an amazing array of really good quality gem stones, pearls, shells & beads & pieces needed to make our chosen jewellery. This was made much easier with Siobhan guiding us & helping with suggestions & materials to use.

I made beachy inspired pieces, with some pearls & gem stone beads & Heishi beads, my mum made a beautiful memory wire bangle with gemstone chips & beads.

Both me & my mum want to thank Siobhan for her patience while teaching & guiding us. It felt like a day with a friend & my mum, Siobhan is so friendly.

I made pieces I will not only treasure forever, but I can apply these new found skills to making jewellery at home.

Thankyou for a wonderful class Siobhan, I am sure I will be back again, & so will my mum.

Angus Green • Nov 2025

Junior Metal Jewellery - School Holiday Workshop

We loved Helene and her studio. Made us feel very welcome and we love our rings

Diane Hall • Oct 2025

I attended this workshop with my granddaughter and we thoroughly enjoyed it!

The teacher Helene was brilliant - patient, knowledgable and entertaining,

Helene took us through two styles of copper cuffs and assisted where we struggled, but taught us how to use the tools for varied effects.

It was a wonderful activity!!

Junior Metal Jewellery - School Holiday Workshop review by Diane Hall - Melbourne

Tracey Frazer • Oct 2025

Spin / Fidget Ring Workshop

I attended the fidget ring class today, I had the most wonderful time. I recommend this class to everyone.

Helene has a wealth of knowledge, & she shared this with the class freely & in a way we understood.

The workshop is set out so professionally, I felt like I was a jeweller.

She is so friendly & patient, I did not feel rushed at all.

I ended up with a beautiful fidget ring I will treasure forever.

Thankyou so much Helene, this was a day I will never forget.

I am sure I will be back in the near future.

Spin / Fidget Ring Workshop review by Tracey Frazer - Melbourne

Franceyne Brennan • Oct 2025

This was a great workshop, with a very knowledgeable teacher who was very generous and patient. There was a wonderfully diverse selection of beads and jewelry options, all in a great atmosphere.

Tash Smith • Oct 2025

Heishi Bead Jewellery Making Workshop

Helene was very knowledgeable and made our ring making class fun. It was very interesting and we had a fantastic time making our rings.

We would highly recommend this class to anyone.

Silver Ring Making Workshop review by Tash Smith - Melbourne

Karige Waithima • Oct 2025

I had an amazing time, wonderful teacher. She was patient and the class allowed me to learn new thinks like square knots. It was just amazing.

Tracey Frazer • Oct 2025

Junior Metal Jewellery - School Holiday Workshop

I had a wonderful day learning Crochet beaded jewellery. Siobhan is so knowledgeable & patient & a fabulous tutor. Her expert guidance had me crocheting & beading like I had done it all my life in no time. The beads are all fantastic quality gem stones or pearls & precious metal silver fixtures. Thankyou for such a wonderful day, I can't wait to come back. I learnt skills I can use at home to make these too.

Rachel Walsh • Oct 2025

My 13 year old daughter and I had an amazing time at this course and create some lovely pieces. A really wonderful experience to share with my daughter.

William Harrington-Barker • Sep 2025

Spin / Fidget Ring Workshop

Helene is a wonderful, patient, skillful teacher who holds a great deal of knowledge about gold and silver smithing! Highly recommend her classes!

Tracey Frazer • Sep 2025

Beading with Cotton and Hemp Workshop

Siobhan is so patient & knowledgeable with jewellery making. I had the best time, from choosing the style of my bracelets & earings to match, to choosing the beads & colour of hemp. I highly recommend this class. The satisfaction of making them myself, & getting the colours & beads I really liked. Thankyou for a wonderful time, I am so proud of what I created. I can also use the skills I learnt to make more at home.

Doug Rundell • Aug 2025

The class was really fun. It was very interactive and Helene was really engaging. We learnt about so many different processes of ring making and had a really great hands on experience. In the end we made 2 rings and joined them together to make a fidget ring.

Ben Guscott • Aug 2025

Spin / Fidget Ring Workshop

Lots of fun.

Host was super knowledgeable and awesomely talented.

End products of the class were beautiful.

Learned alot about the whole process and history of ring-making.

Sarah Lambourne • Jul 2025

The class was fun, well paced, and I never felt rushed. I’m very happy with the finished ring!

Sue Brown • Jul 2025

Simple Gem Bezel Setting Workshop

I found Helene to be a very welcoming and informative teacher. She explained everything well and she was very patient and generous with her time. I would definitely recommend her class and plan to attend another of her classes.

Olivia Hines • Jul 2025

Nice location amount the trees. Very informative class.

Lois Bannister • Apr 2025

Quite an experience and totally new to me but Helene was the epitomy of patience. The venue was well set up, functional and had adequate space for all participants. My goal was to produce two rings for my daughter and daughter in law and I was very happy with the results, particularly as I had no previous experience

Jenny O'Brien • Mar 2025

Helene was great, very knowledgeable and loves her craft. The class was excellent, it was so great to learn a new skill and have two unique rings to take home. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend.

Ofek Golan • Mar 2025

Great class! Highly recommend it for a date night!

Jeremy Thomas • Feb 2025

This was a really fun experience. Insightful teaching and guidance along the whole way. Leaving with our own Silver rings we are really proud of was an amazing memory. Highly recommend this experience.

Uta Meyer • Feb 2025

Great workshop, easy instructions and the result was 2 stunning rings. Highly recommend.

Peter Miller • Feb 2025

My wife and I enrolled for the ring making class as something different to try and we both had a great time.

Helene is a great teacher who thoroughly explained the steps and the methods with hands on instructions and assistance so that we could actually make our own rings.

All the equipment and tools needed are provided along with Helene’s patience!

We enjoyed it so much that we are going to enroll in another class.

Highly recommended.

Karl Truscott-Schoffer • Jan 2025