Sterling Silver Ring Making Class

Join Kathy for a private class to learn the basics of silver smithing!


Kathy Sayce Jewellery
Kathy Sayce Jewellery
6k followers
1k likes

3 hours

Class size 1 to 2 (public classes), 2 to 3

$200 - $240 (Afterpay available)
(Earlybird price of $200 applies if you book into a public session 30+ days ahead, otherwise $240 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $220/guest for 2 guests, $200/guest for 3 guests)

Melbourne
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Craft
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Jewellery Making
Join Kathy in her home based studio for a fun, relaxed three hour class where you'll learn the basics of silver smithing and make one or two sterling silver rings.
During this three-hour workshop, Kathy will support and guide you through each step of how to make your sterling silver ring, including sizing, measuring, sawing, annealing, forging, soldering, texturing and polishing. Along the way, you'll also learn troubleshooting techniques.
This class is perfect for beginners but can also be readily adapted to those with prior experience who would like to focus on specific skills or techniques. As this is a private class for 1-2 students, Kathy is able to tailor the experience to achieve your goals and vision.
All tools, equipment, and silver will be provided for you during the class. You'll also receive take-home notes that include a basic set-up guide and the process of making a sterling silver ring.
By the end of the class, you'll have one or two beautiful sterling silver rings to proudly wear or gift to a loved one.

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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
 
What you'll get
  • One or two sterling silver rings.
  • Take home notes including a set up guide and steps in the ring making process
Location

Frankston South, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Sterling Silver Ring Making Class location
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Kathy Sayce Jewellery
Kathy Sayce Jewellery

6k followers
1k likes
female Women-owned

Kathy grew up in a very creative family. Her parents were potters and had a large workshop in the backyard. They always encouraged her to explore different arts and crafts. When Kathy was around 12 years old, her dad bought her a copper enamelling set. This was her first experience working with metals. She spent hours playing around, making jewellery in the corner of their pottery workshop.
Kathy went on to study Art Education at University, majoring in Jewellery Design and Silversmithing. She was fortunate to have the most patient and inspirational Silver Smithing teacher. It took her a lot of practice to really understand the process, but once she did, she was hooked.
After finishing her studies she moved to the UK where she worked in a school teaching primary aged children and coordinating the school’s Art program. During that time she took part in a workplace exchange program at the Tate Gallery in London.
Later, she moved back to Australia and studied a Master of Education - Gifted and Inclusive Education. She spent many years teaching support, extension, and creative development programs in schools whilst making jewellery on the side. Then at the end of 2017, she took a leap of faith, resigned from her teaching job and began making jewellery full time.
Kathy recently combined her two passions and now teaches jewellery classes at a local TAFE as well as private classes. She teaches traditional silversmithing, wax carving, gem setting, and metal clay.
Kathy describes creating handmade jewellery as a continuous journey in experimentation, problem solving, reflection, regrouping, and up-skilling. She aims to provide a fun, personalised experience where each student leaves feeling confident in their new skills.

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