Classes

I have now been settled in the custom-built studio at Rampisham Down for two years, and in that time it has been a real pleasure to welcome hundreds of people through the workshop doors. The space is light, spacious, and looks out across the West Dorset countryside — on a clear day you can even glimpse the sea. Please note that the studio is on the second floor and there is no lift, so visitors need to be able to manage two flights of stairs.

Silver jewellery making classes remain at the heart of what I do here. Whether you would like to craft a simple ring, create a detailed pair of earrings, or design a more individual piece, there is something for everyone. You don’t need any prior experience — complete beginners and those with some silversmithing knowledge are equally welcome.

I am passionate about sharing my skills and guiding each person through the process of making jewellery they can be truly proud of. Classes are kept small so you receive plenty of individual attention, and all the silver needed for your project is included.

If you’re curious about trying silversmithing, or looking for a creative and rewarding day out, you can explore the class options and book your place below. Gift vouchers are also available if you would like to give the experience to someone special — a thoughtful present that allows the recipient to choose a date that suits them.

New classes will be added to the website throughout the year so keep an eye out for up and coming classes and events.

Silver Russian ring class

Dates

30 August, 12 September, 3 October, 26 November

£60.00 per person (includes silver)

The classic Russian ring is made of 3 interlinked bands of 3 colour golds representing past, present and future. In this class you can choose from silver, copper and brass to personise your ring to your style.

Silver spinning ring class

Dates

8 August, 18 September, 8 October, 22 October

£88.00 – per person (includes silver)

Learn the secret of how to make my most popular ring. The chunky ‘fidget ring’ is a statement ring that you’ll love and an interesting challenge as you are in fact making four rings in one. In this class you will learn metal textures, soldering, forming and polishing. Click on the class for more details

Silver earring or pendant class

Dates

23 July, 25 July, 15 October, 5 December

£60.00 per person – (includes silver)

You will design your own piece of jewellery, you will choose what shape to use and what pattern or words you want to put on you item giving you a chance to get those creative juices flowing. You will cut it, pattern it, solder and polish the final item.

Cuff bangle class

Dates

25 September,

£150.00 – per person (includes silver)

Create a stunning large cuff bangles with your own personal design. You can choose the width and size to suit you and design your own pattern to go around it. You can also choose the shape of the bangle making it completely unique to you. 

Silver set of 3 stacking rings class

Dates

11 September, 12 September, 19 September, 3 October, 19 November, 10 December

£60.00 per person – (includes silver)

One of the simplest classes to do and yet you get to make 3 rings you can keep or give away. You can tailor the size of the rings and choose which hammered effect you want to add along with the chance to add a silver motif on one of them to make them personal to you.

Silver bangle class

Dates

22 August, 12 November,

£95.00 – per person (includes silver)

These heavy hammered bangles are a fantastically versatile piece of jewellery you can wear on its own or mix with other bangles. You will find them very therapeutic to make (there’s something very pleasing about hammering metal) and love your finished bangle. You will tailor make it to your own size and choose from 3 different hammer finishes.

Silver band ring class

Dates

30 August, 19 September, 3 October, 5 November

£60.00 – per person (includes silver)

Create a stunning band ring with your own personal design. You can choose the width and size to suit you and design your own pattern to go around it. You can also choose the shape of the ring making it completely unique to you

Flexible Jewellery Making Workshops – Weekly Sessions

Dates

TBC

£36.00– per person

Held in my fully equipped jewellery studio at Rampisham Business Centre, these 3-hour open-project sessions are perfect for beginners and hobbyists looking to learn silversmithing techniques, as well as more experienced makers wanting expert guidance on their own jewellery designs. In these hands-on jewellery making classes, you’ll work on the projects you want to create, while learning essential techniques used in silver and goldsmithing. Materials are not included in this class, giving you the freedom to choose the metals you want to work with. You may bring your own materials or request that I order them for you

Class Vouchers

Want to buy a class as a gift? We have gift vouchers for each class. You will get a certificate to give as a gift and the recipient can then book onto a class that suits them.

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Silver band ring class

Hammered bangle class

Earring and necklace class

Russian ring class

Spinning ring class

Stacking ring class

Cuff Bangle