Beginners silver clay -make a pendant or earrings workshop

THIS WORKSHOP IS AVAILABLE TO BOOK ON https://cornwallcraftclasses.co.uk/product/beginners-silver-clay-pendant-or-drop-earrings-workshop/

Learn the art of fine silver jewellery making, using the alchemy of silver clay, an eco-friendly and fun way to make silver jewellery. Take inspiration from shells found on the beach or other items in nature to make beautiful and truly unique piece of jewellery. You can make a pendant or drop earrings. You will learn to make simple one piece moulds which you can use to make moulds of sea shells and other items from nature.

Silver clay is a relatively new product that can be worked like clay and yet is made of pure silver particles, with a binder and water. When it is fired the result is a pure silver piece which is of fine silver hallmark quality.

This course is suitable for learners with no previous knowledge of working with silver clay or those with experience with other forms of jewellery making. It is also suitable for those with no experience yet of crafts or creative activities. Most important is a desire to learn and experiment with the materials.

You’ll spend the morning learning about silver clay, designing your piece, texturing, filing and sanding then leaving it to dry, before breaking for lunch. In the afternoon, you will fire your piece using a jewellers torch then sanding, polishing and finish it by attaching your fixings such as a chain or ear wires. Chains are available to buy at an additional cost.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING – An apron if you have one – Closed toe shoes (We want to avoid dropping hot metal on your feet!) – Hairband (to tie hair back while firing) – Glasses – there is some fine detailed work.

PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES – Minimum age: 14 (under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult)

Saturday 12th October 2024 10am – 4pm