Introduction to Silversmithing Class

Discover the art of silversmithing in Gympie!



6 hours Class size 1 to 8

label $260 (or 4 payments of $65 Afterpay)

Join Maker's Corner in Gympie to learn the skills and tools required to design and make your very own sterling silver ring and a pair of earrings.

During this six hour class, you’ll get hands-on experience learning techniques such as sawing, soldering, filing, texturing and polishing. You’ll learn how to make hooks and jump rings so that you can customise your jewellery and create works unique to you.

This is a perfect beginner class and no previous experience is necessary.

You will learn:

  • The most essential bench tools you need to begin making jewellery
  • How to use templates and/or make them
  • Cutting metals
  • Types of findings that we will use, how to make the simple ones and how to use them
  • Methods of adding texture and details
  • Basic construction skills
  • Soldering your joins
  • Finishing like a pro
  • Time allowing, we will give you a run-down on simple tool maintenance

By the end of this class, you'll able to take home your unique jewellery to cherish for years to come!


Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly. Aged 18+ only.
 
What you'll get
  • Six hours of professional tuition by a local artist and jeweller in a group of up to eight
  • All the metals you’ll need to make your ring and earrings (sterling silver and copper)
  • Access to all the tools, etc.
  • Info on where to get supplies
  • Some take-home notes
  • Tea, coffee, and light refreshments
  • Extra silver will be available to purchase
What to bring
Your notebook/journal for sketching out your ideas and notes for future reference.
 
Location

The Maker's Corner - 11 Berrie Street, Gympie QLD

Introduction to Silversmithing Class location
Your teacher
The Maker's Corner

Owned by Sarah Taylor, The Maker's Corner is an off grid fabric, fibre and haberdashery shop and creative workshop space in Gympie QLD.

We offer high quality quilting cottons and dressmaking fabrics, naturally dyed yarn and creative workshops that inspire intentional living and sustainable craft and creativity.

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