Sewing lover silver clay workshop

THIS WORKSHOP IS AVAILABLE TO BOOK ON www.lilyboocornwall.co.uk. TO BOOK GO TO THEIR WEBSITE OR POP IN THE SHOP.

Timings: 10am – 2pm

At this workshop you will learn how to create your own amazing silver jewellery using everyday tools and easy to obtain materials. You will be using the alchemy of silver clay - a magical and eco-friendly material: Real silver in clay form that can be modelled and then fired to turn it into pure fine silver. It has taken the crafting world by storm in the past 20 years and its versatility and accessibility means it can be used by professional jewellery makers and hobbyists alike.

With simple step by step instructions your tutor Rebecca Oxenham will guide you through the design and making process using a combination of cutters and pre-made moulds to create your own silver button necklace and earring pieces. At this workshop you will not just learn a new skill but also come away with beautiful and truly uniquely personal pieces of jewellery that you can proudly wear and show off to all your friends.

Location:

This workshop is help in the lovely Lilyboo shop and workshop space in Lostwithiel, Cornwall.

31 Fore Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, United Kingdom PL22 0BN

Who should attend

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

What you will learn

At this workshop you will learn to;

- Work with the clay, sculping and forming

- Roll out and neatly cut the clay, make holes, and create texture

- Use pre-made moulds

- Cut button shapes using cutters

- Sand and file to get a good finish prior to filing

- Fire your pieces

- Polish and get a good finish

- Attach a jump ring to a chain for a pendant or earrings

What is included?

- Silver clay - enough to make a pendant and/or drop earrings (depending on the size of your pieces)

- Findings (jump rings and ear wires)

- All equipment needed to make your jewellery

- A detailed step by step instruction booklet which you can take home

- Tea and coffee

- An 18inch chain.

You can upgrade your chain on the day to a larger size – contact Rebecca in advance of the workshop. There will be also a limited range of other styles available for upgrades subject to availability

What you need to bring

- Glasses if you wear them - there is fine detailed work.

- Closed toe shoes to protect your toes in case you drop hot metal!

- Hairband or something to tie hair back while firing

- An apron. Alternatively wear clothes that you are happy to get dusty. Please avoid fluffy jumpers

- Any additional drinks or snacks that you might need during the morning

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About your tutor - Rebecca Oxenham

Hosted by Rebecca Oxenham, owner of Rebecca Oxenham Jewellery and before moving to Cornwall was a finalist for the Muddy Stilletoes Award for best Jewellery in Hampshire and IOW in 2023 and 2022.  Rebecca is a qualified and experienced teacher with all 5 star reviews on Google, Facebook, Trip Advisor, Virgin Experiences and Craft Courses. Rebecca is also a Gold rated tutor with Craft Courses. She holds the Art Clay Diploma in Silver Clay. This is a world-wide, recognised qualification, administered by the official distributors of Art Clay in Europe. She is also an instructor member of AMCAW (Association of Metal Clay Artists Worldwide) and is a member of GOJD (Guild of Jewellery Designers) and ACJ (Association of Contemporary Jewellers).

Rebecca runs her own small sustainable jewellery business (Rebecca Oxenham Jewellery). Her jewellery evokes the timeless beauty found across the Cornish coast and surrounding countryside. Often using natural objects, the jewellery designs capture the exquisite and unique shapes and textures of seeds, twigs, leaves, and seashells.

As a brand inspired by the abundance of nature in Cornwall, Rebecca is careful to protect the environment. She uses recycled silver, and eco-friendly packaging. To reinforce her commitment to the environment, she is a partner of One Tree Planted who plant a tree for every jewellery sale she makes.

In addition to making her own jewellery and running jewellery making workshops, Rebecca launched a starter silver clay jewellery making kit which in 2020 appeared on Channel 4's Steph's Packed lunch.  It comes with a beautiful full colour step by step instruction guide and is perfect for those wanting to start making their own bespoke eco-friendly fine silver jewellery at home.

For more information go to www.rebeccaoxenham.com

Participant guidelines:

- Minimum age: 15 (under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult).

- The workshop is on the upstairs floor. There is a steep flight of stairs up to the workshop area but once there you will have everything you need, from a small kitchen for tea and coffee along with a bathroom.

- There is some fine detailed work so we recommend bringing glasses if you need to wear them.

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