Workshops in Silver Art clay [pmc] & Silversmithing from beginners to intermediates. To make a booking please contact Deborah @ thesilverzebra@aol.com or call 01270526014 thank you. A deposit will be needed to make your booking, this can be paid by credit card, cheque or by cash.
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~ £10 JUNE DISCOUNT ON ALL SILVERSMITHING COURSES!! ~
SILVER ART CLAY CLASSES
Silver Art Clay The complete professional introduction workshop 10am - 4pm £65 inc all materials & lunch! [click HERE for images of students work!!]
September 2nd [full]
October 4th [sorry full]
November 1st or 25th
[private or group bookings can also be made, please call for details]
This workshop is suitable for anyone wishing to learn the methods of Art Clay Silver or PMC, we will introduce you to the basics of handling silver clay, stopping it drying out! rolling, cutting, shaping, texturising & making your own unique moulds, textures & bails! We give lots of hints & tips on how to get started yourself at home too - it is an addictive hobby!
We also include the crucial finishing aspects of Art Clay Silver enabling a professional result. You will also use syringe art clay & paste which is very usefull for filling in mistakes & hiding joins in your work ..if you have any! The course is very indepth but lots of fun! You will be able to make at least 4 pieces if not more of Fine silver Jewellery. and, YES! it is real silver! Take a look at our student page for images of work made on this course!!
Please email or call to book e: thesilverzebra@aol.com t: 01270 526014
See below for our NEW Silverclay & Silversmithing crash course jewellery workshop weekends, which are proving to be very popular! book early to avoid dissapointment!
'SILVERSMITHING CLASSES
Silversmithing "The professional introduction workshop" 10am - 5pm £105 includes all materials, refreshments & organic farmhouse lunch!...& yes homemade cakes!
September 26th
October 27th
November 9th
During the course you will create several pieces of jewellery chosen by you using 925 silver in sheet and wire form. Additional silver wire charms can be made, time permitting.
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Create your own sterling silver findings & learn the easy way to solder! 10am - 5pm £105 includes all materials & lunch [see student page HERE for a peek at what others have made on this course!]
September 10th October 9th
You will learn how to make your own individual & sophisticated ear wires, jump rings, tags & toggles, showing how you can reduce your costs by making your own! We will also cover soldering on this course. This is suited to those already making jewellery or even complete beginners who want to add that individual style to their pendants & charm bracelets etc. This is a great way of making your jewellery individual to you! During the course you will create several findings to take home, 2 pairs of earrings and work on producing a contemporary sterling silver necklace with toggle clasp. . .time permitting you can also make a charm for this. A full & informative day to anyone interested in jewellery making!!
Please do call if you have specific requirements or wish to make a private booking
01270526014 or e: thesilverzebra@aol.com
SILVER ART CLAY & SILVERSMITHING JEWELLERY WEEKEND SPECIAL! ~ IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS £195inc all materials & lunch 10am - 4pm
September 18th & 19th [2 places remaining] October 23rd & 24th
November 4th & 5th

You will cover both the traditional Silversmithing techniques & also new Silver clay methods to produce beautiful contemporary silver jewellery to a professional standard. Each piece will be individually designed & handcrafted with the help of your tutor using materials of the highest quality, including sterling silver sheet, fine silver clay, wire, beads & silver findings. This weekend class is ideal for the total beginner & will give you the knowledge & confidence to get started, set up at home & maybe start a new hobby or business! Lots of advice, hints & tips inc workshop handouts. You will create two pairs of earrings, two pendants as well as four charms or buttons of which can be attached to a bracelet or necklace. All silver findings are provided free of charge.
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