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Introduction to Jewellery Making - Stages 1, 2 & 3
Come and learn how to make silver jewellery.
Come and learn how to make silver jewellery.
Each Stage is a five week course with a 3.5 hour class per week. Each Stage costs $485.00 (including GST) and new skills are learned at each Stage.
Skills covered include sawing, soldering and filing, basic gem setting, shaping with punches, polishing and use of equipment and new skills are learned at each stage. The projects for each stage are designed to progress skill development for basic jewellery making.
Stage 1 students will make a cabochon gem set silver ring and a range of other samples. Materials and equipment are provided for all stage 1 students.
Stage 2 students will consolidate the skills developed in stage 1 and will make a silver linked toggle bracelet. Students pay for the silver which is estimated at $25.00.
Stage 3 students will further advance their skills and make two sided domed pierced hollow pendant, initially in brass and if time allows in silver (chain included). Students will design their pendant.
The silver for stage 2 and 3 projects can be purchased from the studio.
Stage 4 to 9 projects will follow on from stage 3 to further consolidate and advance your jewellery making skills. Details can be found under bookings for "Consolidate and Advance Jewellery Making Skills Stages 4 to 9."
Classes are run on Saturday (1.30pm to 5pm), Thursday (10 am to 1.30pm ) and evening (5.30pm to 9pm ) and Tuesday 5.30pm to 9pm in five week blocks for 3.5 hours a week.
The class size is 8 students for max. social distancing - COVID-19 requirements.
- Come and learn how to make silver jewellery in stages to develop basic jewellery making skills.
- Stage 1 students will learn how to make a silver and gemstone ring and a range of other samples.
- Stage 2 students will lean to make a silver toggle bracelet and Stage 3 students a two sided pierced hollow pendant.
- Your project jewellery.
- Materials and equipment are provided for all stage 1 students, including silver. Stage 2 and 3 students can purchase silver from the studio.
- Jewellery making skills including sawing, soldering, filing, basic gem setting, bale making and polishing and experience with a range of tools and equipment.
- Your interest to learn!
- Any drawings and visual research especially for Stage 3.
- An apron if you have one. There are spare aprons at the studio.
Closed in shoes, tee shirt,long pants/jeans and long hair tied back. The dress code is for your safety.
No experience necessary for stage one students. Stage 2 and 3 students must have had pervious experience in jewellery making.
Contemporary Metal implemented a COVID-19 RISK Mitigation Strategy in March 2020. Please refer to our Website under Our Policies for detail.
Contemporary Metal requires 48 hours notice via email prior to the start of a class or event for a full refund or transfer. Refunds and transfers will not be processed if cancellation occurs within 48 hours of the event commencing. We do not offer refunds for missed classes. There are no fees for refunds or transfers. For cancellations prior to the 48 hour cut off, email Contemporary Metal to organise a refund or transfer
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Contemporary Metal or organised by Contemporary Metal must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Contemporary Metal.
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Contemporary Metal unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Contemporary Metal classes and events or on Contemporary Metal's premises. (For use of Contemporary Metal marketing materials).
3.) REFUNDS
Contemporary Metal requires 48 hours notice in writing prior to the class for a full refund or transfer.
4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund or credit.
12 December 2020 • Introduction to Jewellery Making - Stages 1, 2 & 3
After my first lesson I signed up for the next course. If you have been wondering “should I give it a go?” my personal recommendation would be a wholehearted “YES!” Practical, hands on, and the highlight of my week. Thank you Contemporary Metal!
11 December 2020 • Introduction to Jewellery Making - Stages 1, 2 & 3
I very much enjoyed the Introduction to jewellery making class. It was a friendly class and Philip is very helpful and knowledgeable. I will definitely be booking another class in the New Year!
10 December 2020 • Introduction to Jewellery Making - Stages 1, 2 & 3
I just finished my Level 1 Jewellery making course and had the absolute best time! Phil is a fantastic teacher. Very knowledgeable, patient and calm, explaining things along the way. You couldn't be in better hands! I met some really lovely people in the studio and a big thanks to Robyn for helping the days run smoothly. I can't wait for Level 2 after Christmas. In the meantime, I'm proudly wearing my brand new jewellery, lovingly made by me! Chasing Dreams!