Description
This six-week course will introduce you to the foundational skills of jewellery making and silversmithing! Learn the basics of jewellery making in these consecutive weekly classes and build up your skills and confidence over time.
This course caters for the complete novice who is completely new to the industry and ready to begin their jewellery journey. In these classes, you will learn about the basic material quality of metal and the tools required for jewellery making, as well as being shown how to use them in a safe and proper manner. You’ll be briefed on the techniques that are needed to get you through the beginnings of jewellery making including sawing, mark making, soldering and chain-making.
Here at the School we are experienced enough to understand that learning to make jewellery is a skill which needs building. With careful tuition and one to one attention throughout the classes, each student gets to learn and practice specific techniques in each of our block of courses rather than cramming everything in to a few hours.
All our tutors are experienced professional jewellery designers who have worked in the creative industries, taught at universities and who have exhibited and made work for clients internationally. We believe strongly in providing a fun but safe and professional learning experience where your skills will grow at your own pace and your achievements will be celebrated in a friendly and nurturing environment!
The block is split into two, with the first three weeks spent learning these introductory jewellery techniques, and then for the final three weeks you will be supported in making your own piece of jewellery or small collection!
You then have the option to move onto our Mixed Abilities class or even take a specialist class later on in the year.
Refreshments are also provided!
Shipping costs
Classes booked online do not have tickets, please print off your booking form as proof of purchase.
If you are booking a class as a gift we do have a lovely voucher card we can send to the recipient on your behalf, simply click on the £2.50 option below and fill out the recipient's address on the order form.
All other shipping rates are available for our online shop when it becomes operational
We operate a shipping rate based on your location. We charge a flat rate no matter how many items you select.
| Region |
Shipping options |
| United Kingdom |
- Collect from the gallery: £
- Royal Mail First Class Postage: £2.50
- Class Booking: £
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| Europe |
- Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed: £5
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| Rest of the word |
- Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed: £5
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Payment options
We offer a number of options for payment:
Payment online through this website, or an option to pay via bank transfer - please follow instructions at the checkout.
Alternately you are welcome to come in and book in person, or we can take payment over the phone on 0121 794 0205.
PayPal / Card via PayPal
Choose this option to pay with your PayPal account or with a credit card even if you do not have a PayPal account. It is fully secure and we do not see your card details.
Direct bank transfer
Make your payment directly into our bank account. Please use your Order ID as the payment reference. Your order will not be shipped until the funds have cleared in our account. Bank details will be provided once you select “Place order”.
Class Guidelines
All classes suitable for people age 16+ with the exception of the embossing and silver clay classes which are suitable for 14+ as long as accompanied by a responsible adult.
All booking are to be made by a responsible adult (18+)
While all legal Covid restrictions have been lifted, we are happy for you to continue to wear masks and visors if you so wish. We are continuing to make the workshops and classes as Covid-safe as we can, providing hand sanitiser and frequently cleaning down tools and surfaces.
You don’t need to bring anything with you but please wear long hair tied up, no open-toed shoes and no loose-fitting clothing. We will provide all materials unless otherwise stated in the class description. Each student will have their own bench with access to all the tools you’ll need. We will also provide aprons for you to wear to protect your clothes, but please feel free to bring your own should you wish to.
Refreshments are provided (tea, coffee, water) but again please feel free to bring your own water bottles/juice or a flask of tea/coffee.
Class Terms and Conditions
Please check classes are age suitable
Your booking fee secures your place - we cannot reserve places without payment.
If we cancel or alter the content, time or location of a class you will be offered the option to switch to another class or a credit note.
If you change your mind you have 7 days to cancel or amend your booking with a cancellation fee of £49 to cover admission costs. After this time a 50% credit note or the option to switch to another class will be offered. If you choose to cancel/amend less than one month before the class, no exchanges can be offered.
Regarding courses which run over several days/weeks we are unfortunately unable to offer substitute days in place of those advertised, please check the dates carefully before you book.
The content, materials, and knowledge shared during these classes are intended solely for personal use. They may not be reproduced, taught, or applied in any other jewellery classes or workshops that are not affiliated with the school, nor used for any commercial or non-personal purposes. This includes—but is not limited to—techniques, processes, insights, written content, and photographs. No portion of the classes may be copied, shared, or redistributed without our explicit written consent. By booking and attending these classes, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
By enrolling, students agree to uphold our ethical and behavioural code of conduct; failure to do so may result in suspension or cancellation of attendance without refund.
Parking
There’s plenty of on‑street parking around Pershore Road and Hunts Road, or if you prefer to use a car park, the Bournville train station car park is only a short walk away.
