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This fun and creative three-hour taster class is a wonderful introduction to jewellery making. Whether you're looking for a memorable outing with friends, a thoughtful gift-making session, or simply a chance to try something new, this workshop offers a relaxed and rewarding creative experience.During the class you’ll learn how to create a beautiful pair of textured metal earrings or a pendant from scratch. With step-by-step guidance from our experienced tutors, you’ll explore traditional jewellery-making techniques including heating metal, creating texture, cutting, shaping, and finishing your design using professional studio tools.
We begin by experimenting with a range of texture samples, allowing you to test different hammer patterns and surfaces. This helps you decide which textures and metal you’d like to use before moving on to your final design.
You’ll then create your earrings in either warm copper, bronze or golden brass, metals that are perfect for beginners. These materials allow you to work freely and creatively - often making larger, bolder earrings without the higher cost of precious metals. For those who would prefer to work in precious metal, we also have a wide selection of sterling silver sheet and wire available for purchase on the day.
Your materials pack includes everything you need to create a striking finished pair of earrings. Each pair is completed with high-quality earring hooks or hoops, available in:
Sterling silver hooks
Stainless steel hoops (plain or gold plated)
We use professionally made findings in our taster classes so you can focus on crafting the decorative elements of your earrings, while knowing the final fittings are secure, comfortable, and beautifully finished.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a pair of unique handmade earrings or a pendant, perfect to wear proudly yourself or give as a special handmade gift.
Young makers aged 12 and up are welcome to join the class. Anyone under the age of 16 must attend with an enrolled parent or caregiver.
Workshop fee is $135, Early Bird $122 - ends 20 September.
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49 Ferry Rd, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, 49 Ferry Rd, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, Christchurch
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