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Earring Workshop: Make Three Pairs

Learn how to make statement chandelier earrings - sustainable style!

Christine Smalley
(Etelage)

4.9 (34)

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2 hours

1 to 8 (public classes), 5 to 20 (private) (private classes)

$125 (or 4 payments of $31.25 via- Afterpay)

What you'll do

Learn how to make fabulous designer earrings from linear and drop, to chandelier and beaded fringe styles, which will impress you as well as your friends, in a brand new studio at the Flour Mill Summer Hill.

Choose from a selection of uniquely designed kits using elements from our creative toolbox. Think vintage and modern crystals, glass beads and brass filigree, sustainably sourced from Europe with a vintage modern twist.

You will create three pairs of earrings to take home with you.

During this workshop in Sydney's Inner West, you will learn:

How to link beads and charms together.
Professional tips on earring assembly and design.
About different jewellery parts and how to use them.
Different elements from beads to charms and why they are your sustainable and ethical style choice.

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon or evening, plus some sweet treats or cheese platter, in this small group hands-on earring workshop.
BYO tipple of choice for Friday evening classes. Leave with amazing pieces of jewellery, loads of style inspiration and a spark of creative passion. On balmy nights we open up the air-conditioned studio to cool breezes.

Plus, order optional add-ons for more jewellery making at home and collect them at your workshop.

Earring part set (5pr) brass, and/or surgical steel
Round nose pliers
Extra beads or DIY Earring Kit

Please note:

A minimum of four participants is required to go ahead and a maximum of eight due to COVID-19 restrictions.
The class is super intimate, so you could book out a whole session for just you and your besties.
For group bookings and Friday evenings: bring your own preferred tipple and we will organise the rest! (cheese platter and glasses)
We can also cater for exclusive team building activities for your corporate office or fantastic hens party ideas at your venue or in Summer Hill.

Covid update

After months of lockdown in NSW, we're excited to be safely reopening the doors and resume classes.
We ask that you please provide evidence of your vaccination status upon your arrival at your booking. In adhering to NSW government guidelines for COVID safety measures, we ask that you maintain social distancing, use hand sanitiser, (provided) and wear a face mask.

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Add-ons available for this class

Earring Kit brass 5pr ($6)
Earring Kit 5 pr surgical steel ($6)
Czech glass bead mix 'cool' ($10)
Czech glass bead mix 'warm' ($10)
Czech glass bead mix 'pastel' ($10)
Round Nose Plier ($22)

You can add these when you book (optional).

Knowledge required

Suitable for everyone. No jewellery-making experience required.

What you'll get

All materials: Vintage, modern crystals, beads and brass filigree elements sourced from Europe.
Three statement pairs of earrings.
Technique handout with steps and style notes.
Discount code for your next Etelage workshop booking and online purchase

What to bring

All materials and tools are supplied to use on the day.
Glasses if you wear them.
Notebook to take extra notes.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a birthday or hens party.

This would also be a lovely gift for her, gift for mum or anniversary gift.

Christine Smalley is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and adheres to COVID-19 government guidelines.

See additional precautions taken

I disinfectant all the tables and chairs before and after each class and have available for class participants hand sanitiser pumps in the kitchen, bathrooms, and workshop space.

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Location

Paper Rock Scissors Art Studio - 12 Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill NSW

Your teacher can also travel within 25 kms of Summer Hill for private classes

Earring Workshop: Make Three Pairs location

Your teacher

Christine Smalley
(Etelage)

Inspiring Jewellery Designer, Educator and Stylist

4.9 (34)

I am a local inner west, Sydney jewellery designer, passionate educator, author, community-spirited and sustainable style advocate and founded Etelage (French for adornment), a boutique jewellery design studio, in 2002. Fueled with a passion for women to exude their notable and authentic style.
Etelage celebrates the maker culture, creativity and the joy and craftsmanship of handmade.

I wander the globe to source the beautiful and the unique. From vintage elements which I find in dusty basements to modern elements made by artisans from time-honoured traditions. I observe that generally as a society we are becoming more mindful about our choices: conscious of choosing products which are made using artisan traditions and not mass produced, and seeking quality over quantity.

My goal is to create exciting and original creative workshop experiences, encouraging all my students to awaken their creative soul and seek beauty, slow, artisan and local. I love creating a teaching environment where participants can share ideas, be inspired and let their imaginations run wild! With over 19 years teaching experience from TAFE, corporate and community groups, to hens parties and private tuition, I am dedicated to empowering my students to become better designers and better makers, equipping them with skills and confidence to create whatever they dream!

Learn how to string chunky necklaces, knot eclectic beads, link chandelier earrings, use buttons and buckles in jewellery design, and more at our friendly and intimate studio spaces in Rozelle and Summer Hill. Alternatively, we can travel to your venue. (for group bookings only)

I invite you to come and learn some simple jewellery making techniques with a local jeweller, which will impress you as well as your friends.

Etelage jewellery workshops are perfect for individuals, corporate bookings or a group of friends.

Let's make and play together and unlock your inner creative!

Christine
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Pamela Ah-Chok • Jan 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed the class with Christine. She provided good guidance , is very attentive and professional. Materials were provided for 3 pairs of earrings. The beads and earrings components are of good quality giving a beautiful definition to the finished pieces. I hope to be back soon for another class .

Amanda Barne • Feb 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

We really enjoyed Christine's class on Monday night. She is lovely, very friendly and helpful ! There were lots of ideas to choose from, and the equipment needed was all there. I will be back for sure !

Samantha Harris • Feb 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Super friendly and welcoming environment. Very helpful and calm teacher. Felt very involved as a solo student.

Danielle Gerber • Jan 2021

Great teacher! She was so lovely. Very welcoming and helpful. The materials were very good quality and the designs to pick from were stunning! I loved this course and would highly recommend it. We even got served home made chocolate brownies!

Wendy Moon • Dec 2020

I can't believe that I made 3 pairs of lovely statement earrings within 2.5 hours under the guidance of Christine who is so patient and knowledgeable. I would love to continue to make beautiful jewellery again with Christine as she uses good quality materials.

Melanie Young • Aug 2020

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 13 reviews

I went to this workshop with a friend of mine and we both really loved it. There were so many earrings to choose to make - and the teacher has great style so everything on offer was lovely. The workshop building is a nice space; pretty easy parking nearby and we had good social distancing throughout. Very happy with this class and love my new earrings.

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Natasha Burtenshaw • Aug 2020

Great having interchangeable kits to choose from - made it easy to get started and learn techniques. Small class was lovely and felt like an excellent price point for the take home skills and product.

Diana Mao • Feb 2020

I had a blast at Christine’s class and she helped me to make two beautiful earrings. Christine is a great teacher, very clear in her instructions and also so helpful to everyone. Love her energy and sense of style. Will definitely keep an eye out for future classes. Diana

Fiona Fernandez • Feb 2020

The venue was great, with a lovely view and enough room for everyone. We made beautiful earrings and had a great selection of gorgeous beads to choose from. Chris is a great teacher too, showing each individually how to do things. I loved the class and the earrings I made.

Earring Workshop: Make Three Pairs review by Fiona Fernandez

Pam Forsyth • Jan 2020

Chris was brilliant. I really enjoyed my class. She has a delightful manner & I enjoyed her sense of design. Thank you.

Manijeh Karimi • Nov 2019

Really enjoyed the class.
Defenately recommend it.
Chris is a great teacher and the place is easy to find.

Melanie Wolfenden • Apr 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Lovely morning making some beautiful earrings! Christine was very understanding and helpful throughout the whole process. Lots of fun - I definitely recommend!

Sophia Ye • Apr 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Such a fun workshop resulting in some beautiful creations! Really nice relaxed atmosphere and studio.

Jewellery Making workshop review by Sophia Ye

Nina Liao • Mar 2019

I recently hosted a Hens party with Christine, and I could not be any happier with the event. I made a very last minute booking, and Christine was very efficient with her responses and everything was finalized within 2 days. The venue was beautiful, spacious and easy to find. The girls had the best time making vintage earrings while enjoying brownies and tea that was provided.I highly recommend this activity and won't hesitate to book again in the future. Thank you Christine for such a wonderful experience.

Katty Fisher • Jan 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

The class was absolutely amazing. The Venue was great, clean tidy environment which was easy to find on the busy Main Street. Christine provided us with all the tools, great materials and guidance whenever we needed and she gave equal time to each of the students. We were also provided with afternoon tea and sparkling water in the class so it was a relaxing experience. It was a great value for money as I managed to make 3 pairs of earrings that I’m really happy with. Thank you!

Jewellery Making workshop review by Katty Fisher Sydney

Lauren • Sep 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

This was such a great class, I really enjoyed making two pairs of unique earrings and learning a new creative skill! Chris was so friendly and taught earring making techniques really well and inspired us with lots of earring designs. Highly recommend!

$125 per guest

4.9 (34)

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