Description
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and craft a set of three delicate, textured silver rings—perfect for stacking or wearing individually. One of the rings will feature a beautiful gemstone set in a silver bezel, which you’ll solder yourself using a ready-made setting. We’ll begin with a demonstration covering the entire process—from texturing and soldering to shaping and polishing—along with tips on working with silver, handling tools, and using a handheld blowtorch. You’ll then move on to creating your own rings with expert guidance every step of the way. Starting with finger sizing, you’ll calculate and measure the wire needed for each ring, then add your chosen hammered texture for a unique, personal finish. You will saw, shape, and prepare them for soldering. Once soldered, you’ll clean and form them into perfectly round rings. In a special twist on the classic stacking ring class, you’ll also learn how to attach a pre-made setting to one of your rings. Choose a gemstone from our varied collection and learn how to set it securely with expert guidance. Once your rings are fully formed and textured, we’ll move on to the final step: polishing them to a beautiful shine, ready for you to wear home the same day.
What's included in the price?
We’ll provide everything you need for your gemstone stacking ring workshop including tools and enough silver. Please bring along glasses if you need them. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for a studio environment including closed-toe shoes. If you have long hair please wear it up Tea, coffee and biscuits supplied, bring your own lunch to eat in the studio or we can advise you of nearby places to eat.
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
CSSJ is more than just a school; it is a community for creative learning in the historic city of Dunblane. We offer a wide range of classes for adults of all ability levels, from those who are looking to take up a new hobby, to those looking to expand on their existing repertoire of jewellery skills. Choose from regular weekday classes, weekend workshops or summer schools; our flexible programme of events has something that will fit in with your life.
