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Saturday 6 December 2025 - 10am to 4pm
Beginner friendly
Ages 16+ (students under 16 must be accompanied by a parent)
6 hours total
Join me for a creative and hands-on day of jewellery making where you’ll design and create your very own sterling silver gemstone ring. This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to experience the art of silversmithing in a relaxed and inspiring setting.
Throughout the day, you’ll learn traditional silversmithing techniques, including how to:
* Measure, cut, and shape sterling silver to form your ring
* Use a jeweller’s saw for cutting and piercing metal
* Solder with a blowtorch to join your pieces together
* Add unique textures or patterns to your ring using hammers and texturing tools
* Make your own bezel and add a gemstone of your choice
* Polish your finished rings to a bright or matte shine
You’ll leave with a stunning sterling silver gemstone ring that’s been designed and handcrafted entirely by you.
Your Workshop Includes
* 6 hours of guided tuition and demonstrations to make one sterling silver gemstone ring
* Sterling silver wire and sheet metal
* Silver solder, saw blades, sandpaper
* Selection of gemstones to choose from
* Full use of studio tools and equipment
Additional materials are available for purchase if you’d like to expand your design.
Lunch Break
You are welcome to take a short break whenever you feel the need for it. Tea, coffee and a few light snacks will be available, but please bring your own lunch if you think the day will get too long without a proper meal.
The Studio
Workshops are held in my home-based studio in Feilding, Manawatū. The space is bright, well-ventilated, and comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests — perfect for small groups who want to learn, create, and connect. A small kitchenette is available for refreshments, and there’s plenty of free parking on site.
What to bring
Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes, no loose long sleeves or scarfs, and tie back long hair. This is for your own safety while we use the blowtorch to solder your pieces.
Whether you’re new to silversmithing or just love to create, this workshop is a relaxed and rewarding way to spend the day — and you’ll go home wearing your own handcrafted silver rings.
Your booking confirmation (including venue address details) will be sent once payment has been received.
Gemstone Ring Workshop
I understand that plans sometimes change, and I’ll always do my best to be flexible. However, because each workshop requires advance preparation and materials, the following cancellation terms apply to all bookings:
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Cancellations made 7 days or more before the scheduled workshop date will incur a 30% cancellation fee.
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Cancellations made within 6 days of the workshop date will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
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Cancellations within 24 hours of the workshop, or failure to attend on the day, are non-refundable.
If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to transfer your booking to another person or reschedule to a future workshop date (subject to availability).
In the unlikely event that I need to cancel or postpone a workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule to another suitable date.
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