Silver spinner ring with Rachael Plassard

Ref: S1D36008

Location: West Dean
£178
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About this course

Explore and learn a range of traditional jewellery making techniques whilst making a beautiful and unique silver spinning ring.

Course Description

This one-day course introduces you to a variety of traditional jewellery making techniques. You will begin by making a thick band ring, choosing your own decorative pattern and width. Next, you will make smaller rings to form the spinning element, selecting from different wire profiles. Finally, you will flare the ring to secure the spinning bands in place. Along the way, you’ll learn essential skills such as piercing (sawing), soldering, texturing, shaping, twisting, cleaning and polishing.

Perfect for beginners, this exciting workshop is a great introduction to jewellery making. With a combination of demonstrations and personalised guidance from the tutor, you’ll complete a beautiful, handmade silver spinning ring to take home.

Course Materials

Included

On this course the College will supply all of the materials, including silver.

What students need to bring

  • Apron
  • Notebook and pen/pencil
  • Glasses (if needed)

Available to buy

Available from shop:

  • Silver can be purchased from the College Shop which stocks a range of sheet, wire, rod, tube and findings. These will be available in set sizes and lengths suitable for a wide range of projects. You can purchase more silver if you need more, for example if you would like a wire shape that is not provided on the course.

Available from tutor:

  • You can purchase more silver if you need more, for example if you would like a wire shape that is not provided on the course.

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Timetable

Timetable for one day courses

Students should arrive by 9am for registration.

Classes are from 9.15 - 5pm

Lunch is included.

General Information

Tutors

Rachael Plassard

Rachael Plassard is a third-generation contemporary jeweller with an MA in jewellery from UCA Farnham. She is a member of the association of contemporary jewellers and her highly decorative work is sold in galleries across the UK. 

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