Silver Pendant or Earrings Workshop: Casting Nature Into Silver

Transform a found object into a bespoke fine silver pendant or earrings in Sydney!



2.5 hours Class size 8 to 10 guests    

  $185 ($195 per guest when you book for 8+ guests, $185/guest for 8+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)
In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore the alchemy of silver clay and silicone putty to create your own mould from a special object of your choice (leaves, shells, stone, sentimental objects, etc.). Using your mould, you’ll cast your object into silver clay and turn it into a unique piece of wearable art—either a pendant or a pair of earrings.
You'll get to experience the full transformation process on-site, including firing and polishing, watching your soft clay piece become solid fine silver magic!
After the session, your finished jewellery will be ready to take home within approximately 2–3 hours, or the following day, depending on the firing schedule.
Private group bookings (minimum 8 people) are welcome!
What you'll get
  • A handmade 99.9% fine silver pendant or a pair of earrings!
  • 5 grams of silver clay
  • 15 grams of silicone putty for mould making
  • All tools and materials are provided
  • Extra silver clay is available for purchase if you'd like to create larger pieces
  • Optional add-ons: silver findings or necklace chains to attach to your piece
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly class.
What to bring
A small object (under 5cm in all dimensions) from nature, home, or something sentimental (Note: not all objects are suitable for direct casting, but we can work with partial imprints or adapt the form creatively).
Location

Bustle Studios - Surry Hills, Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW

This venue is a short walk from Central station (500m).

Silver Pendant or Earrings Workshop: Casting Nature Into Silver location
Your teacher

Shirley Wu Jewellery
Shirley Wu Jewellery

5.0 (114)
female Women-owned

Shirley Wu is an award-winning artist based in Adelaide, specialising in jewellery, glass art, and commissioned pieces. She has years of experience working with metal and glass, and has been leading jewellery workshops for three years, helping participants of all skill levels create unique, meaningful pieces.
Shirley’s workshops are fun, hands-on, and beginner-friendly with clear instructions, designed to help participants bring their ideas to life through silver-clay and contemporary jewellery-making techniques. Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, create a one-of-a-kind jewellery piece, or explore the artistry of metal and glass, Shirley provides a supportive and engaging space for creative expression.
Shirley’s artistic practice explores transmigratory experiences, holistic healing, and meditative processes. Her art practice spans jewellery, installation, performance, video, and audio, often reflecting on her upbringing in a traditional Chinese patriarchal family and her evolving feminist awareness as an Asian immigrant.
Shirley holds a Master of Design (Contemporary Art) from the University of South Australia and a Bachelor of Arts in Jewellery & Accessories from Middlesex University, England. She is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Adelaide Fringe Best Workshop & Talk Award (2025), Pilchuck Glass School Scholarship (2024), and Brighton Jetty Emerging Artist Award (2022). She was also a finalist for the Fuse Glass Prize (2022) and the MilanoVetro-35 (2020).
2026-07-03 15:00:00
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