Teaching

Introduction to Silver Jewellery Making

for beginners

Are you new to jewellery making? Do you want to see what it’s like to make your own silver jewellery?

“Introduction to Silver Jewellery Making” introduces you to jewellery making by covering many of the basic skills and tools involved. This includes forming, forging, sawing, filing, sanding, soldering and polishing. You will make three silver rings that you can wear home at the end of the day.

A day is 10am – 4pm and includes materials for set projects for £160 per person (my workshop can accommodate a maximum of 2 students). Once booked, a mutually convenient date will be agreed.

To book, click to go to this page.

If you would like more information, please contact me.

The next 10 week term starts the week commencing 20 January 2025. These classes are suitable for total beginners as well as those with experience. If you have any questions about these classes, please contact me. 

18:45 – 21:15 Monday evenings – all abilities welcome

18:45 – 21:15 Tuesday evenings – all abilities welcome

18:45 – 21:15 Wednesday evenings – all abilities welcome

Learn or continue learning silver jewellery making. Students will be guided through a series of projects or a single more complex project. Full instruction in the use of tools and equipment will be given. Students can work in silver or copper. Silver can be purchased in class.

For prices, follow this link: 

https://www.maidenerleghschool.co.uk/page/?title=Workshops+%26amp%3B+Courses&pid=130

To book, email mescommunityarts@maidenerleghtrust.org

Silver Jewellery Making

for improvers, intermediate or advanced learners

Is there a particular skill you want to learn? Would you like to improve a skill, such as soldering or bezel setting?

Contact me to discuss what you want to learn. Some options for courses are below. Depending on your skill level, some of these would be a one day lesson, whereas others might take more time. Discuss with me so we can decide what is best for you and how many lessons it would require. 

Bezel Setting

Tube setting

Bangle making

Prong setting for cabochons

Prong setting for faceted round gemstones

Thick bezel setting

Setting faceted stones by making bearer wire

Making a small round silver box with a simple hinge

Delft clay casting

Cuttlefish casting

Keum boo

FORGE

59 Leather Ln, London EC1N 7TJ

Date: Friday 28 March, 2025

Start Time: 10:00am

End Time: 4:30pm

Venue: FORGE

Are you curious about Argentium silver and how it could benefit your practice? Whether you're new to Argentium or have experience working with it, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore its unique properties and versatility. Argentium is a superior silver alloy known for its tarnish resistance, whiter and brighter finish, and environmental advantages. It’s also hypoallergenic and firestain-free, making it the ideal alloy for both jewellers and manufacturers.

The session will be led by Machi De Waard, a renowned teacher and author of Silver Jewellery Making, whose expertise will guide you through the versatile uses of this remarkable metal.

In addition to the hands-on learning experience, participants will have the option to purchase the workshop along with a signed copy of Machi’s book. You’ll also receive a free one-year membership to the Argentium Guild, which includes access to exclusive discounts in the Argentium online store. Participants of this workshop will also receive a custom Argentium-branded pouch to store their completed projects, along with a complimentary flame-retardant apron.

Book HERE.