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Are you interested in silver jewellery? Then this is the course for you! Throughout the course, you will develop skills in design, soldering, piercing with a jewellery saw, filing and polishing.

Your first project will be to design and make a silver ring.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is needed. Complete beginners welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.
• Practice metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal to shape a flat band ring.
• Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing
• Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques
• Apply techniques learned to make items of silver jewellery.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session, you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and note book. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Improve your silver jewellery making skills and learn new traditional silver-smithing techniques!

During this course you will practise and hone your skills and widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation. You will also refine your piercing skills and learn to solder pieces with multiple joints. Use the skills you’ve learned to work with gemstones and develop your own designs.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should ideally have completed a beginner’s course, and be competent in basic silver soldering, piercing, forming and shaping. Experience of basic bezel gemstone setting is an advantage but not essential.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Practice and hone your skills in metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• To widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques that can be used to design and make your own pieces, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation.
• To have the opportunity to refine your piercing skills and soldering pieces with multiple joints.
• To work with gemstones with more complex forms
• To apply techniques learn to develop your own designs

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Bring a pen, pencil and notebook. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron. For Health and Safety reasons you must not wear open-toe shoes/sandals, and all long hair must be tied back as it is a workshop environment.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 – £40 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue to develop your skills with increasing independence through self-directed projects in future returner’s silver jewellery groups. The tutor will advise you as to which course is most suitable. The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Are you interested in silver jewellery? Then this is the course for you! Throughout the course, you will develop skills in design, soldering, piercing with a jewellery saw, filing and polishing.

Your first project will be to design and make a silver ring.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is needed. Complete beginners welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.
• Practice metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal to shape a flat band ring.
• Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing
• Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques
• Apply techniques learned to make items of silver jewellery.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session, you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and note book. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Improve your silver jewellery making skills and learn new traditional silver-smithing techniques!

During this course you will practise and hone your skills and widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation. You will also refine your piercing skills and learn to solder pieces with multiple joints. Use the skills you’ve learned to work with gemstones and develop your own designs.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should ideally have completed a beginner’s course, and be competent in basic silver soldering, piercing, forming and shaping. Experience of basic bezel gemstone setting is an advantage but not essential.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Practice and hone your skills in metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• To widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques that can be used to design and make your own pieces, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation.
• To have the opportunity to refine your piercing skills and soldering pieces with multiple joints.
• To work with gemstones with more complex forms
• To apply techniques learn to develop your own designs

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Bring a pen, pencil and notebook. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron. For Health and Safety reasons you must not wear open-toe shoes/sandals, and all long hair must be tied back as it is a workshop environment.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 – £40 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue to develop your skills with increasing independence through self-directed projects in future returner’s silver jewellery groups. The tutor will advise you as to which course is most suitable. The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

In this exciting course, you will explore the art of shaping and folding silver to create exquisite and unique jewellery pieces. Welcome to the captivating world of silver jewellery crafting! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced jewellery enthusiast, this class will provide you with the essential skills and techniques to bring your creative ideas to life. Discover the magic of manipulating silver through folds, pleats, and creases, resulting in fascinating three-dimensional shapes and stunning organic patterns. You’ll be amazed at the versatility and artistic freedom that fold-forming offers.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is needed. Complete beginners welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain an understanding of the tools, materials, and safety procedures involved in working with silver.
• To combine theoretical understanding, sequenced practical activities and creative idea generation to develop skills in making a series of pieces.
• Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.
• Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal.
• Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing.
• Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques.
• Learn various methods of shaping silver, such as doming and dapping and anticlastic raising to create captivating textures and forms.
• Discover the art of fold-forming, a unique approach to manipulating silver through folds, pleats, and creases to produce intriguing three-dimensional shapes.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

The fee includes your silver for the day. There may be an opportunity to purchase extra silver so feel free to bring some cash with you.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and notebook. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron and glasses if you wear them for reading.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year. Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Are you interested in silver jewellery? Then this is the course for you! Throughout the course, you will develop skills in design, soldering, piercing with a jewellery saw, filing and polishing.

Your first project will be to design and make a silver ring.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Manual dexterity is needed. Complete beginners welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Recognise and handle silversmithing tools safely.
• Practice metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• Develop skills in forming, annealing and pickling metal to shape a flat band ring.
• Prepare silver prior to soldering or polishing
• Experiment with methods for adding texture and different finishing techniques
• Apply techniques learned to make items of silver jewellery.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session, you will need to bring:

Please bring a pen, pencil and note book. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue your skills in one of our Silver Jewellery courses. The tutor will advise you which course is most suitable

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Improve your silver jewellery making skills and learn new traditional silver-smithing techniques!

During this course you will practise and hone your skills and widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation. You will also refine your piercing skills and learn to solder pieces with multiple joints. Use the skills you’ve learned to work with gemstones and develop your own designs.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should ideally have completed a beginner’s course, and be competent in basic silver soldering, piercing, forming and shaping. Experience of basic bezel gemstone setting is an advantage but not essential.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Practice and hone your skills in metal forming, wire bending, soldering, and rub-over stone setting techniques.
• To widen your repertoire of traditional handmaking jewellery techniques that can be used to design and make your own pieces, such as wax carving, granulation and reticulation.
• To have the opportunity to refine your piercing skills and soldering pieces with multiple joints.
• To work with gemstones with more complex forms
• To apply techniques learn to develop your own designs

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will advise regarding purchasing silver and consumables for the course.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Bring a pen, pencil and notebook. Tools will be provided but feel free to bring your own. You may wish to bring an apron. For Health and Safety reasons you must not wear open-toe shoes/sandals, and all long hair must be tied back as it is a workshop environment.

Please note: There are no materials fee included in the cost of the course – the tutor will advise you where to order from – costs will be about £35 – £40 per term depending on what you make.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Continue to develop your skills with increasing independence through self-directed projects in future returner’s silver jewellery groups. The tutor will advise you as to which course is most suitable. The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.
Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sundays, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.