Silver clay ring making

Description

Create your own silver rings: a full-day jewellery workshop.

You’ll be guided by Anna Campbell, one of the UK’s leading metal clay instructors, in this inspiring one-day workshop. Designed for those who have completed a beginner’s course or have some experience working with metal clay, this intermediate-level class will take your jewellery-making skills to the next level.

Over the course of the day, you’ll craft two beautiful silver rings, each showcasing different techniques. This hands-on workshop will provide you with expert guidance as you explore new ways to create and refine your designs in silver clay.

Here’s what you’ll create and learn:

As you create these rings, you’ll also learn:

Sizing metal clay rings

Get to grips with the unique properties of silver clay and how to accurately size your rings to ensure a perfect fit.

Drying and refining

Master the art of refining your pieces, making sure they are smooth and flawless before firing.

Gemstone setting

Take your designs to the next level by creating a setting for a gemstone, adding a touch of sparkle and sophistication to your rings.

Embellishments and decoration

Discover how to add embellishments and creative details to make your rings truly one-of-a-kind.

Carving and texturing

Experiment with different tools and techniques to carve, texture, and bring your personal style to each piece.

Achieving a professional finish

Learn the secrets to getting a polished, high-quality finish that will make your rings look as though they came from a jeweller’s shop.

After the workshop, your rings will be kiln-fired, polished, and posted directly to you so you can wear/gift and enjoy your creations with pride!

Earth conscious credentials

We are mindful of the effect we have on the environment, and do our best to minimise our impact.

Silver clay is a material manufactured from 100% recycled silver, a plant-based organic binder and water. The silver is recycled from X rays, the photographic industry, electronics, and the like.

Your workshop correspondence and notes are sent to you electronically.

Favourite feedback

We love to hear what you think about our workshops. Here's a favourite review for Silver clay ring making.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to ring making. I booked it immediately after doing the shorter course! I found it to be a very relaxing day, in a fabulous venue. I wear my rings everyday- and I still can’t quite believe I made them! I’d recommend the courses to everyone.” [Beverely]

More information

The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a welcoming and supportive environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind and immerse yourself in being creative.

Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.

Our taster and introductory workshops focus on teaching creative skills and methods you can continue practising at home, using affordable materials and equipment. Where more expensive equipment is required we will mention this in the workshop description.

All the equipment and materials you need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise.

Light refreshments from local suppliers are provided. On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out. There is also a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus a range of supermarkets all within a 5-10 minute walk.

Accessibility

The workshop space is on the first-floor of our Georgian mews home and unfortunately we do not have lift access. Blue badge holders can park outside our front door on the single yellow line by arrangement.

Allergies

The workshop space is in our open plan living space and is not nut free. Please let us know about any skin or food allergies before booking. We offer a dairy-free milk and gluten free snack alternative.

Minimum number no refund policy

To ensure we can always pay our creatives a fair fee, we require a minimum number of bookings for each workshop and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel due to low numbers, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.

We do our very best to avoid cancellations. Since we often get late bookings, we keep our workshops on sale for as long as possible. We realise that some of you travel from afar, so if you book a space and have not yet received an email confirming your workshop is going ahead and need to make plans for your trip, please get in touch before booking any travel or accommodation so we can update you on booking numbers. Or check in before booking.

Private workshop bookings

Most of our workshops are also available to book for: private get-togethers with family and friends; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and in-store retail events for your customers. If you’d like to know more please Email Lynn.

Age restrictions

Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.