Silversmithing – Introduction
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This beginner-friendly course offers an introduction to the craft of silversmithing and jewellery making in a supportive workshop environment.
You will learn how to design and create your own handmade jewellery while developing practical skills and confidence using specialist tools and materials.
Across five hands-on sessions, you will be guided through a range of traditional silversmithing techniques. You will explore how to shape, form and finish metal, gaining an understanding of both creative design and technical processes. By the end of the course, you will have produced your own finished piece of jewellery and developed a solid foundation to continue making independently.
This course is ideal for complete beginners or anyone interested in trying a new creative skill.
What you’ll learn
- Introduction to the jewellery workshop and safe working practices
- Designing simple jewellery pieces
- Sawing and shaping metal
- Filing and refining edges
- Soldering techniques
- Texturing and decorative finishes
- Hammering and forming
- Polishing and finishing a final piece
Entry Requirements
No prior experience is necessary – just creativity and the curiosity to learn a new skill!
Information
All materials required are included in the course fee.
You are advised to bring:
- Closed-toe footwear
- Long hair tied back
- No valuable jewellery
- A drink and snack (there will be a short break)
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may wish to progress to:
- Other jewellery making courses at Craven College
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
