Charcoal Casting Workshop: Make Silver Jewellery

Make silver jewellery using a charcoal block!



6 hours Location Windsor Class size 1 to 10 guests   $225 ($50 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (Afterpay available)

Come and join us on the journey of melting metal! This charcoal casting workshop is an absolutely beautiful way of creating uniquely molten and beautiful pieces of jewellery.
Your teacher will take you through the wonders of casting silver into rings, pendants, or earrings using a charcoal block.
You will also learn the know-how for correctly sizing and shaping rings, using a jeweller’s blowtorch for soldering and melting metal as well as all the tips and tricks to help you fully finish your cast pieces into wearable pieces of art.
This class also includes a quick look at using charcoal casting to recycle your old silver and gold jewellery.
Packed with unique experiences, this workshop is a fantastic way to spend a Sunday with like-minded people and learn about the beauty of molten silver.
Note: Those of you who are not able to make this date, please get in touch to discuss private bookings.
What you'll get
  • All materials and tools are included.
  • Your own ring to take home.
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Knowledge required
Beginners welcome.
What to bring
If you wish to recycle your old jewellery, please feel free to bring your treasures in!
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Brisbane Institute of Art - 41 Grafton Street, Windsor QLD

You can easily get to the location from either Lutwyche or Sandgate road

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  • 5/5 from Sarah Jones, attended Feb 2026: This was the best class I've ever done. Very personal, not regimented, at our pace and attention to detail with the teaching and practical. Just my daughter and I, we'll remember forever and have a beautiful hand made ring to cherish. Can not recommend highly. Thanks so much
  • 5/5 from N , attended Nov 2025: Excellent. Renata was a very good teacher: flexible with what we wanted to make, very helpful and explained things well. I went with my family and we all had a really good time
  • 5/5 from Gillian Adams, attended Oct 2025: Such an enjoyable workshop. I learnt so much and went home with pieces ready to proudly wear. Renata is a wonderful teacher with so much practical experience which she shares in encouraging manner.
  • 5/5 from Lou Carrington, attended Oct 2025: Fantastic workshop, I learnt so much and would recommend this workshop to all. Renata is an incredible talented jewellery maker who encourages your creativity while teaching you all the fundamentals you need to know allowing you to come home with completed pieces of jewellery that you made. So much fun and will be back to do more workshops like this one.
  • 5/5 from Candy Gaul, attended Oct 2025: Loved it! Renata is so patient and takes her time to explain everything so well. Will certainly do another class!
  • 5/5 from Samantha Holmes, attended May 2025: Renata was very knowledgeable and patient, a great teacher. I enjoyed every step of the charcoal process and came home with a finished pendant and earrings that will last a lifetime ️
  • 5/5 from Barbara Fletcher, attended Apr 2025: Fabulous class. Absolutely love the jewellery I made, one of a kind. Teacher was great - they made the whole experience easy and had so much knowledge to share.
  • 5/5 from Wendy Lei, attended Sep 2024: I really enjoy the lesson w Renata! She is passionate about her work and teaching! Learning a lot silversmith skills and knowledge from her!
  • 5/5 from Sue Leigh, attended Aug 2024: I had a wonderful day. I have never done anything like this before and with Renata's guidance and expertise I came away with two beautiful pieces that I am very proud to wear and let everyone know that I made them. Renata is very knowledgeable and had a very easy to understand and follow teaching style. I am planning to book into more classes in the very near future. Thank you Renata :-)
  • 5/5 from Connor Franzoni, attended Aug 2024: Really enjoyable day! Teacher was knowledgeable and generous with her time and advice! Would definitely recommend for anyone regardless of experience level
  • 5/5 from Chizuka Maekawa, attended Jun 2024: I had an amazing experience. Renata guided us to make multiple charcoal casting jewelry. Thank you so much
  • 5/5 from Wilna Ten Cate, attended Jun 2024: The jewellery class was excellent with one-on-one teaching. Various techniques were covered at a fantastic price. Highly recommended for personalised, hands-on learning.
  • 5/5 from Fiona Campbell, attended Jun 2024: Was a great day really enjoyed learning new techniques and meeting new people. Facility was well set up with everything we needed also.
  • 5/5 from Gavan Sheppard, attended May 2024: Really enjoyed this class, so much fun. The teacher explained things really well. I made two rings and very Happy to refer the class to anyone would like to make jewellery.
  • 5/5 from Jodie Sheppard, attended Apr 2024: A great day course to learn and make jewellery from scrap silver. I learnt to use a propane torch to fuse metal and soldered for the first time.
  • 5/5 from Silvia Kulas, attended Apr 2024: One of the best workshops I have attended and I have attended quite a few as a retired Art Teacher. Instructor Renata is professional, very knowledgeable, and creative in her craft. She took us step by step in creating a silver ring and earrings by casting. The 6 hours flew by. Excellent experience. Will definitely look for future workshops with her. Highly recommend!
Your teacher

Lexi de Cora - Contemporary Jewellery Studio
Lexi de Cora - Contemporary Jewellery Studio

5.0 (18)
female Women-owned

Lexi de Cora Contemporary Jewellery Studio
is the brain child of Renata Fojtikova. Born in the mountains of Bohemia (recognised as Czechia), Renata is a multi-award-winning silversmith with over 15 years of experience in the craft. Holding a Master of Visual Arts from the Queensland College of Art, Renata has honed her expertise not only as an artist but also as an educator, teaching at respected institutions like TAFE, the Brisbane Institute of Art, and Flying Arts Alliance Inc.
Renata’s teaching philosophy centres on the belief that creative learning should be accessible to everyone, which is why her workshops cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
As the founder of Lexi de Cora Contemporary Jewellery, Renata operates a Teneriffe -based studio offering a unique range of services, including custom design and jewellery manufacturing, as well as both public and private tuition. Renata’s distinctive pieces, crafted with precision and passion, are available for purchase online. You can explore more of her work on Instagram @lexidecora.

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