Glass Jewellery Class: Ring-making

An intimate introduction to the art of Glass Ring-Making



2 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests

  $186 - $252 ($252 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $213/guest for 2 guests, $199/guest for 3 guests, $186/guest for 4 guests. $100 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)
Discover the art of wearable glass with our glass ring–making workshop! Led by experienced glass artists Simi Eliott and Aybike Orhan, this hands-on class introduces you to the magic of flameworking as you design and create your own custom glass rings.
After a live demonstration from your instructor, you’ll move straight into making your own pieces, learning how molten glass can be shaped into beautiful, wearable forms that reflect your personal style.
For beginners and enthusiasts alike–
This class will guide you through the fundamentals of forming glass rings, including shaping comfortable bands and adding decorative elements. Using a ring mandrel, you’ll create custom-sized rings made to fit you, and you’ll have the opportunity to make several rings during the session. Working with a mix of vibrant coloured and clear borosilicate glass, you’ll experiment with colour, pattern, and form to create one-of-a-kind designs.
You’ll leave with finished glass rings — perfect as statement pieces, thoughtful gifts, or personal keepsakes — all crafted by you during the workshop.
This two-and-a-half-hour session will cover:
  • The foundations of glass flame-working
  • A step-by-step demonstration by the instructor
  • Safe use of an “oxygen–propane” lampworking torch
  • Techniques such as sculpting, joining, stretching, and colour mixing
  • How to form, size, and finish glass rings using a ring mandrel
  • Creating multiple rings in custom sizes
  • Working with both clear and coloured borosilicate glass rods
  • Half an hour of kiln time for your pieces to anneal
An admin fee of $50 applies if you need to reschedule your class within 7 days of your class

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Save $78 when you book with a friend
What you'll get
  • All tools and materials provided.
  • Demonstrations and a safe introduction to Glass Flame-working and Glass Ring-Making
  • You will make at least two glass rings to take home.
Knowledge required
  • Beginner-friendly class.
  • Suitable for ages 12+ only when accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • Minimum unaccompanied age 16.
What to bring
  • Please wear proper clothing---long sleeves and long pants from cotton or other low-flammable material. No shorts or tees!
  • Full covered shoes at all times and best to tie long hair back on the day.
  • You may like to bring water and a snack.
  • A container (such as a shoebox) to take your finished piece home after the class.
Location

Among the Trees Marrickville - 27 Sydney Street, - 27 Sydney St, Marrickville NSW

6 minutes walking distance from Sydenham station. If driving, please allow time to find parking as it can be very difficult in Marrickville particularly on weekdays. You may find nearby parking such as Barclay st car park off Sydenham rd (3 min walk to venue). Parking out front of the venue is unavailable Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm. Unfortunately this venue is not wheelchair accessible.

Glass Jewellery Class: Ring-making location
Your teacher
Simi Eliott (Simi Glass Studios)

Simi Eliott (Simi Glass Studios)


Simi has been surrounded by glass art since childhood, deeply influenced by her father, master glassblower Mark Eliott. She has spent the last several years developing her skills in glassblowing and flamework whilst co-teaching classes alongside Mark. Inspired by Australian native flora and her work in conservation, Simi has a passion for creating intricate glass jewelry that reflects the beauty and fragility of the natural world.




Your host

Mark Eliott
Mark Eliott
(Mark Eliott Glass)

30 years experience in glassblowing

5.0 (1,001)

Mark Eliott is a contemporary artist working primarily in flame-worked glass and also incorporating a variety of media such as music, stop-motion animation and wood carving.
Mark completed a Master of visual arts and Master of Studio Arts at Sydney College of the Arts, as well as an Associate Diploma in Jazz Studies (Saxophone) at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Collaborations with other artists are also a feature of Mark's work, for example the stop-motion animation project with Jack McGrath for which they coined the term Flame-ation (flame-glass animation). This work aims to bring glass to life by presenting the object together with animation, and sometimes, live performance.
Mark teaches flame-work and provides interactive demonstrations. He has exhibited internationally and has a strong interest in environmental issues.
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