Description
Join Kim at Orchard Jewellery Workshop, Kingswood, to create Five 14k rolled gold rings in time for Christmas! In this 2.5hr session, you will be given expert guidance to create your own beautiful rings using traditional goldsmithing techniques in our friendly workshop. You will work with five pieces of slim 14k rolled gold wire, which will sit together to create a statement stack of rings. If you prefer to mix things up, you can also work with sterling silver, copper or rosy bronze.
Rolled Gold, also known as Gold Filled, is a solid layer of gold (14k) permanently bonded to brass. The minimum layer of gold must be at least 5% of the weight of the total item. It is very hard-wearing, and under normal wear, the gold will not peel or flake, unlike gold plate. It can last up to 30 years and is commonly used as a more economical alternative to pure gold.
This Ring Workshop is suitable for all abilities, including absolute beginners, but if you have any questions or want to make sure this is the creative session for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via the contact details at the bottom of this event listing.
Our regular Group workshops are open to anyone age 16+. Looking for workshops for younger participants? Check out our Private Tuition sessions.
Materials
The ticket price for this workshop includes the use of all the tools needed, as well as the materials required to make five 14k rolled gold rings or solid sterling silver, or rosey bronze if you prefer. You will have the opportunity to add a range of textures and finishes, such as high shine or matt satin.
Agenda
Our Ring workshops are relaxed, friendly sessions where you will have the chance to:
- Try out a range of texturing techniques
- Learn how to use the tools required, safely
- Learn how to size and form your ring accurately
- Learn how to solder jewellery with a blowtorch
- There is also plenty of time for Q&A
Refreshments
A good selection of biscuits, teas & coffees, dairy milk & oat milk are provided. The studio has a small kitchen, including a fridge, microwave, toastie machine, and crockery, which are available should you want to bring your own lunch. If you have any dietary requirements, please contact us before booking to ensure these can be accommodated. The White Elephant Café, a few minutes away, serves coffee and refreshments from Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
About the host
Kim from Make it with Kim is a full time jewellery tutor based in Bristol and owner of Orchard Jewellery Workshop. Outside of running expert workshops here, you’ll find Kim in her studio working on her yearly jewellery challenges.
You can find Kim on social media via @makeitwithkim
Five Golden Rings! Friday 29th November 2024 7pm - 9:30pm
About Orchard Jewellery Workshop
Located in Kingswood, Bristol, Orchard Jewellery Workshop is one of the best-equipped jewellery studios in the South West. The studio is welcoming, light and airy, with free parking. You can find more information about the studio, including the full address, directions and accessibility information, here www.makeit.kim/the-studio
Transport
Orchard Workshop has free parking and is a few minutes walk from Kingswood Highstreet, which offers multiple bus services.
Arrival:
- Free parking is available at The Kingswood Estate, and on-street parking is nearby. If this is your first visit to Orchard Workshop, please read the full directions, as finding the studio can be tricky.
- Parking may be limited during peak times, so we recommend arriving early. If you arrive more than 15 minutes early, please note that Orchard Workshop and the access gate may be locked.
- The White Elephant Café serves coffee and refreshments from Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Contacting the Host
If you have any questions about the venue, you can contact studio owner Kim at hi@makeit.kim or 07734 805250
Cancellations & Refunds
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone this workshop. In unforeseeable circumstances like extreme weather, we will give as much notice as possible. If the event is cancelled or postponed due to low ticket sales, we will give at least 5 days' notice.
In either case, anyone who has purchased a workshop will be offered a full refund and/or a ticket to a future event.