Beginners silver clay ('PMC') jewellery - full day workshop
Description
Have a great day out and learn how to work with fine silver clay - a relatively new way to create your own unique solid silver jewellery items. If the dates listed don't suit you - please get in touch to discuss other availability! Silver clay is a relatively new material; - literally a clay made from recycled silver particles, held together in a water based binder. The clay is shaped, refined, joined and finally dried out, just like with regular clay. It is then fired to burn away the binder and leave a solid silver form that is then polished and finished like any other piece of silver jewellery. This listing is to learn how to work with silver precious metal clay. Silver clay is a material that requires a very different way of working and thinking to regular metal fabrication - it allows a different style of working and of course has it's own unique properties - it is particularly great for sculpting, modelling and creating textured / patterned surfaces.: A standard beginners day includes; -. - Creating 2 or 3 completed jewellery pieces - earrings, pendants or charms - Learning how to shape the clay and apply surface patterns - Drying and refining clay shapes - Joining clay elements together - Setting fireable gemstones - Creating your own moulds and using these with the silver clay - Safely firing the clay - Polishing and finishing your creations ready to wear and show off! ABOUT ME; - I am a professional jeweller and adult education teacher - teaching jewellery making since 2009. I offer individually tailored 1-1 / private tuition with me at my own studio in Camden Town, London for up to 3 people at once as well as a selection of scheduled classes. Teaching from my studio in central London - close to Camden Town station, I have everything you need on hand to make your own gorgeous jewellery to take away with you. Whether you are completely new to jewellery making and fancy trying your hand, are starting at a new hobby, fancy a fun day, or already create your own jewels and want to build on and expand your existing skills, I'd love to help you create unique, professionally finished jewellery. ALTERNATIVE TUITION OPTIONS; - I also offer tuition in intermediate / advanced silver clay projects and skills, as well as different jewellery technique areas - see my other listings, or do contact me for more information: I also offer tuition for small groups - friends or family = up to 3 people at a time. - Traditional silver and gemstone jewellery - Bead stringing and wirework - Pearl knotting - Kumihimo (Japanese braiding) to make custom cords, necklaces, bracelets - Wax carving for jewellery - Stitched beadwork - Electroforming in copper for jewellery
What's included in the price?
The price listed is for a one off, full day class for one person. All the materials and information you need to complete these projects and to create your own gorgeous jewellery to take away with you are included in the price, as well as refreshments during the day. Lunch is not included, but there are many local shops and cafes, or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch. Alternative options are available for shorter or multiple sessions, or to add additional students if desired.
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hi, I am Penny, a jeweller and teacher based in Camden, London. I have been making jewellery since 1994 and teaching jewellery making since 2009, I have a teaching qualification for teaching adults, plus BA and MA certificates in Jewellery. I have been teaching all around London, both privately as well as at various different colleges / adult education centres for 16 years so far. I am fascinated by the process of making - transforming basic materials into treasures. in my jewellery courses, I love to share these amazing processes with you and help guide you to create your own beautiful jewellery. I love sharing my skills, and the fun of seeing an idea come to life. I focus on small groups - with a maximum of 3 students, so that everyone gets lots of support and attention and plenty of opportunity to get really hands on with their jewellery making. Do join me for a fun and creative day making your own gorgeous jewellery.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Mother's Day
- Intermediate level
- Spooky
- Long term / weekly / monthly
- Pet lovers
- Suitable for all abilities
- Father's Day
- UK Holiday
- Daytime (weekdays)
- Public transport
- Romantic
- Evenings
- Christmas
- Suitable for beginners
- Easter
- Weekends
FAQs
My classes have a maximum of 3 students - or less.
This is partly to ensure everyone has adequate space and tools to work comfortably, but also to ensure each student can have the best experience and have enough support and attention to ensure that everyone can get as much as possible out of their day.
There is no allocated parking. Travel by public transport is recommended.
Parking is possible on the neighbouring streets - this is just standard on street parking with the usual time limits etc and a space is not guaranteed. There are a couple of paid car parks locally if you really need to drive.
I do not recommend driving unless you have no other option - the location is very well served by public transport.
Only if your children are adults, I'm afraid! I currently only teach over 18s.
I'm very sorry but my space is not accessible - there are steps at the front door to enter the property, and the main workshop and toilet are both on the lower ground floor, downstairs from the entrance. I am very sorry about this - if you struggle with stairs or moving about freely then this may not be the right space for you unfortunately.
I am located in Camden Town - in central London - NW1 - just a 5 minute walk from either Camden Town tube station on the Northern Line tube, or also just 5 minutes walk from Camden Road overground station on the Mildmay line. Full address details will be provided with your booking confirmation.
