Description
Join Gen at Orchard Jewellery Workshop, Kingswood, and create a beautiful piece of jewellery from beachcombing treasures!
If you are new to jewellery making, you will be able to make your own, unique pendant or simple ring from a piece of sea glass, beach pebble or ceramic.
If you have some jewellery-making experience, you can concentrate on the bezel setting technique to turn it into a piece of jewellery of your choice.
This 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 a solid sterling silver pendant or simple ring, set with a piece of sea glass or similar, using fine silver bezel strip. You will have the opportunity to add a range of textures and finishes, such as high shine, matt satin or rustic oxidised.
A large selection of sea glass and beach finds will be provided, inclusive of the course cost. Please feel free to bring your own beach treasures, and the tutor can advise on their suitability on the day.
Participants may have the option to pay extra on the day if they wish to make something particularly large or with additional stones, depending on time.
Agenda
Our beach jewellery 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 stone setting accurately
- Learn how to solder jewellery with a blowtorch
- Learn how to set an irregularly shaped piece of sea glass or similar
- 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 from 8:30 AM. Please note: the cafe is closed on Sundays, so you will need to bring a packed lunch if you are attending a full day workshop.
About the host
Gen from Gennywren Silver is a jeweller based in Bristol and Resident Tutor here at Orchard Jewellery Workshop. Outside of running expert workshops here, you’ll find Gen in her studio creating her own original jewellery pieces.
You can find Gen on social media via @gennywrensilver or check out her original creations via her website www.gennywrensilver.com
Seaglass or Pebble Jewellery Saturday 7th March 2026 10am - 4:00pm
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
https://www.makeit.kim/the-studio
Payments
Payments are accepted exclusively via our website booking system or payment plans using debit, credit cards or PayPal.
Booking Confirmation
Once your payment is received, you will receive a confirmation email containing:
- Your booking confirmation
- Workshop details and venue address
- A copy of these Terms of Booking
Pricing
Prices are listed for each session type and, unless otherwise specified, include tuition, use of the studio, tools, and materials listed at booking.
If you wish to work with specific or specialist materials (e.g., gemstones, gold, specific shape or size of metal), please notify Kim at least ten days in advance. Additional costs for materials will be payable before the workshop and are subject to availability.
Kim cannot guarantee specific materials beyond those listed in the session details will be in stock and cannot issue refunds related to unavailable materials.
If you are unsure of your project requirements at booking, you may work with materials available in the studio (typically copper, brass, silver and a selection of gemstones).Health & Safety
Kim prioritises safety. Safety instructions will be provided at the start of each course.
It is your responsibility to read and understand all safety guidelines. You must agree not to use any power or gas tool before you have received a full induction by your course tutor. Non-compliance may result in exclusion from the workshop or course without a refund.Kim reserves the right to refuse participation if a student appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if health issues pose a safety risk. In such cases, no refund will be issued.
Personal Conduct
Kim is committed to creating a safe and respectful environment.
Bullying, prejudice, discrimination, or harmful behaviour will not be tolerated.
Kim reserves the right to exclude any student displaying aggressive or disrespectful behaviour.Acceptance of Terms
Booking confirms you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.
You are responsible for sharing these Terms with anyone attending the workshop with you.
Please add hi@makeit.kim to your email contacts to receive pre-workshop communications.
Note: These Terms may be amended without notice. It is your responsibility to review the Terms each time you book or attend.
Insurance
Kim holds Public and Products Liability Insurance up to £5,000,000.
You may request proof by contacting hi@makeit.kim.Refunds and Cancellations
- Refunds are available if you cancel more than two weeks before the scheduled date.
- Cancellations made within two weeks are non-refundable.
- Kim may facilitate an exchange to an alternative course or date where possible.
- No refunds are available for no-shows or late cancellations.
In unforeseen circumstances, Kim may cancel a workshop at short notice. In such cases, alternative dates will be offered or a full refund provided.
Kim is not liable for travel or accommodation costs resulting from cancellations.
