.... In this fantastic evening class you will learn a wide range of basic techni
Everyone can make jewellery
100s of fun and professional jewellery classes in our lovely central London venue
tel: 0203 176 0546
www.londonjewelleryschool.co.uk
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about London Jewellery School About LJS
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The London Jewellery School is an independent training provider of fun and professional
Staff and Tutors
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jewellery courses, set up in 2008 by designer jeweller Jessica Rose.
Private Tuition
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Gift Vouchers
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Since then it has grown into the largest independent jewellery training centre in the UK and we
Use our Studios
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now run 100s of regular classes throughout the year including evening, weekend and midweek
Kiln Rental
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Wedding Rings
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Jewel Party
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Jewellery & Hen Parties
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Jewellery Workshops at your Workplace
and work closely with the local councils to deliver jewellery classes in schools and libraries in and around London. LJS now delivers the Diploma in Creative Jewellery, which is a unique year-long certified course covering a vast range of different practical jewellery making skills and techniques.
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courses for adults. We also run very popular jewellery parties for both adults and children
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With over 20 world-class tutors and more than 80 different classes to choose from there is something at the school for everyone! We welcome all ages and abilities and pride ourselves in creating a friendly and professional atmosphere in which to learn.
Metal Clay
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Silver Jewellery
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Wax Carving
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Resin and Perspex
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Fashion and Design
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Wood Jewellery
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Polymer Clay
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Jewellery Business
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Certification Classes
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our classes and events please check our website or give
Taster Classes
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us a call.
Diploma Course
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Map and Directions
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All our classes are run from our studio in London’s Hatton Garden. Day classes usually run from 10-5pm and evening classes from 6.30-9pm
Please note: All content in this brochure is correct at the time of print. For full, up-to-date information on all
All of our class prices are exclusive of VAT. © 2012 London Jewellery School
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staff & tutors
Jessica Rose
Sima Vaziry
Gail Florio
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Natasha Sutila
Synnove Saelthun
Gill Newton
Rosie Sanders
Chu-mei Ho
Mary Ann Nelson
Emma Ashworth
Elizabeth Bone
Zoe Harding
Michelle Leaver
Rebecca Steiner
Melissa Hunt
Debbie Carlton
Julia Rai
Sarah Fiorenza
Penny Akester
Caren Hartley
Helen Stay
Hayley Kruger
Matt Cheetham
Michael Milloy
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helpful information
Private Tuition
Use our Studios
Can’t make one of our scheduled classes? Want to make a specific piece of jewellery? Need one-on-one tuition?
If you don’t have enough room at home or don’t have all the tools and resources
Then our private tuition sessions may be for you. The cost is £250 per day (inc. VAT) which also includes all basic
to make your jewellery why not come and use our studio? From silver, glass and
materials. Please do contact us for full details and to book.
metal clay to resin and beading, you can use the space for almost anything you like for just £30 per day. Please check with us that we have the tools you need
Gift Vouchers
and bring along your own consumables (e.g. beads, silver, glass etc…) and make
Treat someone you love to the very special gift of jewellery making. It’s fun, relaxing and you will never need to buy
yourself at home.
them jewellery again! Our gift vouchers are sent out within 2 days by first class Royal Mail in a lovely gift envelope along with our full school brochure for them to flick through and choose their ideal class.
Kiln Rental You can use our kilns for firing metal clay and glass. If you have made some pieces and would like us to kiln fire them for you then simply drop them in to the studio
Contact Us Tel:
0203 176 0546
Email:
[email protected] Web: www.londonjewelleryschool.co.uk
and arrange a time to pick them up. Price is just £10 per full kiln.
There are no fixed appointments for any of the above, just contact us to check availability and book a space.
213 Hatton Square Business Centre, 16-16a Baldwins Gardens, London EC1N 7RJ 6
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parties & events Make your own wedding rings
Jewel Party
What could be more romantic?
Take the stress away from planning children’s parties!
Make your special day truly amazing by coming along to London Jewellery School to make your
We run a full range of jewellery parties for children including beaded jewellery, tiara making,
own wedding rings. We have a fully trained, professional jeweller who will guide and support
fun fimo jewellery and much more.
you through making your own, personal rings. Prices around £15 per head for 1-2 hours You choose the design and metal from a wide selection including white gold, yellow gold,
For full details please visit www. jewelparty.co.uk
palladium etc... and we will help you create them. No previous experience is necessary.
Jewellery and Hen Parties for Adults This 1-Day workshop is held upon arrangement at a time that suits you. Once you have booked,
Want a fun, creative party idea? Why not book one of our Jewellery parties for you and the
we arrange a consultation with you to look over the designs and styles. Then all you have to do
gang to have a good old get together and make some beautiful jewellery while you’re at it!
is turn up on the day and make your rings! Prices around £49-59 per head (inc. VAT). Includes all materials and a Price: £400+VAT per couple, plus materials
yummy cupcake for each hen.
To book your wedding ring class contact us on: 0203 176 0546
Jewellery Workshops at your Workplace Creativity, teamwork and lots of fun! Why not treat your staff to a wonderful day or evening of jewellery making? Be it beaded or silver jewellery, we can design a workshop to fit your needs and our friendly tutors will even come to your London venue to deliver the session. And it’s not just for girls, men can make jewellery too! Please contact us for more information.
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open evenings Open Evenings
Beginners Beading
Brand new for 2012
One of our most popular classes. Learn to make your own personalised earrings, necklaces and bracelets using a wide range of beads and fittings and leave with lots of information to help you get started making your own jewellery at home. Most students make 5-7 finished pieces of jewellery to take away.
Want to take a look around our studios, meet some of our tutors, see some techniques demonstrated and have a chat with us about classes or anything jewellery related? Then why not pop along to one of our open evenings? We hold three a year and they are open to absolutely anyone whether you have taken classes before or are just thinking about having a go. See dates and times below and check on our website for further info and updates. Wednesday 18th January - 6.30-9pm Thursday 24th May - 6.30-9pm Tuesday 11th September - 6.30-9pm
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£105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Tutors: Helen Stay, Synnove Saelthun, Chu-mei Ho, Hayley Kruger or Penny Akester Dates: Sat 7th Jan, Wed 18th Jan, Sun 29th Jan, Fri 3rd Feb, Sat 11th Feb, Wed 15th Feb, Mon 27th Feb, Sun 4th March, Thurs 15th March, Sat 24th March, Sun 1st April, Fri 6th April, Wed 18th April, Sat 28th April, Mon 7th May, Sun 13th May, Tues 22nd May, Wed 6th June, Sun 10th June, Thurs 21st June, Sat 30th June, Tues 10th July, Sat 21st July, Mon 30th July, Thurs 9th Aug, Sat 18th Aug, Sat 1st Sept, Fri 7th Sept, Sun 16th Sept, Tues 2nd Oct, Sat 20th Oct, Sun 28th Oct, Tues 6th Nov, Thurs 15th Nov, Sun 25th Nov, Mon 3rd Dec, Sat 15th Dec
Intermediate Beading A must for keen beaders! In this intensive one-day class you will be taught a variety of intermediate beading techniques including wire wrapping, using more complex bead patterns, ring making and adding new materials to your beadwork. £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Sarah Fiorenza, Helen Stay, Synnove Saelthun or Chu-mei Ho Dates: Sun 8th Jan, Fri 17th Feb, Sun 25th March, Tues 10th April, Fri 25th May, Sun 24th June Mon 16th July, Thurs 23rd Aug, Sun 30th Sept, Mon 29th Oct, Fri 23rd Nov, Sun 9th Dec
Advanced Beading Take your work to the next level. Techniques covered include more complex wire work, creating structures to support your beads and wrapping difficult shaped stones and beads in a professional way.
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£105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Helen Stay, Synnove Saelthun or Sima Vaziry Dates: Fri 13th Jan, Mon 26th March, Sat 26th May, Thurs 26th July, Mon 1st Oct, Mon 17th Dec
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beading & wire Tiara Making
Pearl Knotting
Learn how to make your own beautiful tiara with head pins to match in our Beginners Tiara
The perfect class for anyone looking to introduce pearls into their jewellery making, or for
Making class. Techniques covered include how to measure and make a tiara to fit, creating tiara
anyone already working with pearls who would like to learn more about them. The class
bands, decorating using fans, flowers and trees and making hair accessories.
combines practical pearl stringing with a theory-based session covering the history of pearls.
£105.00 (exc. VAT)
£105.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tutors: Gail Florio, Emma Ashworth or Jessica Rose
Tutors: Sima Vaziry or Rebecca Steiner
Dates: Fri 27th Jan, Sat 3rd March, Wed 4th April, Sun 20th May, Wed 11th July, Sun 2nd Sept
Dates: Sat 28th Jan, Wed 29th Feb, Thurs 29th March, Sun 29th April, Tues 29th May,
Sat 3rd Nov, Fri 7th Dec
Fri 29th June, Sat 28th July, Wed 22nd Aug, Wed 19th September, Sun 21st Oct, Mon 19th Nov, Thurs 20th Dec
Wire Wrapping Learn the age-old technique of wire wrapping. A fantastic way of showing off shaped stones
Beginners Beading Evening Class
with no soldering or gluing required. You will learn to twist and interlock wire to create unique
In this fantastic evening class you will learn a wide range of basic techniques including bead
statement pieces to take home with you.
stringing, working with pliers and using silver wire to make your own findings and clasps. Create a lovely piece from your own designs and have great fun at the same time! Book early to
£110.00 (exc. VAT)
avoid disappointment. Students usually make 10 or more finished pieces to take home.
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Helen Stay, Jessica Rose or Emma Ashworth
£175.00 (exc. VAT)
Dates: Sat 21st Jan, Fri 10th Feb, Thurs 22nd March, Sun 15th April, Wed 16th May,
Time: 6.30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
Sat 23rd June, Fri 13th July, Sun 29th July, Tues 21st Aug, Sat 22nd Sept, Fri 2nd Nov,
Tutors: Helen Stay, Synnove Saelthun or Hayley Kruger
Mon 12th Nov, Sat 24th Nov, Tues 18th Dec
Dates: Mon 9th Jan, Tues 6th March, Wed 2nd May, Thurs 14th June, Wed 29th Aug, Mon 5th Nov
Intermediate Wire Wrapping
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Take your wire wrapping skills to the next level!
Intermediate Beading Evening Class
In this intermediate level class we will cover more complex wire wrapping techniques and
A must for keen beaders! This course is a great follow-up to the Beginners Beading class but is
structures including making bracelets and more complex rings and pendants. This is a perfect
also perfect for anyone who has made beaded jewellery before but would like to develop their
follow on class from our beginners wire wrapping class and builds on the techniques learnt
skills and take their work to the next level. During this class you will learn how to make lovely
there. It is also suitable for students who have done some of this style of wire wrapping before
cocktail rings from wire and beads, make intermediate level beaded bracelets and necklaces,
and would like to work at a higher level to develop their skills. Students usually make 2-3 pieces
be introduced to wire wrapping skills, learn how to use chain and wire in your jewellery and
of unique jewellery to take away.
much more.
£110.00 (exc. VAT)
Price: £175.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm
Time: 6.30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
Tutors: Helen Stay, Emma Ashworth or Jessica Rose
Tutors: Helen Stay, Synnove Saelthun or Hayley Kruger
Dates: Sun 22nd Jan, Thurs 8th March, Mon 14th May, Fri 20th July, Fri 12th Oct, Sun 11th Nov
Dates: Mon 13th Feb, Tues 17th April, Wed 6th June, Tues 18th Sept, Wed 14th Nov
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beading & wire Tiara and Wedding Jewellery Evening Class
Wire Wrapping Evening Class
Learn how to make your very own beautiful matching tiaras, head pins and wedding jewellery
Learn the age old technique of wire wrapping, a great way of showing off shaped stones.
in our Tiara and Wedding Jewellery class. Skills covered in this class include measuring tiara
No soldering or gluing is involved and you will learn to twist and interlock wire to create
sizes and fittings, creating tiara bands and decorating using fans, flowers and trees. The course includes everything you need to make a stunning tiara and a set of wedding jewellery including; earrings, bracelet and necklace.
stunning statement pieces. During the class, an experienced tutor will guide you through the process of working with
£175.00 (exc. VAT)
the wire, creating twists, curls and coils. Once you have covered the basic techniques you will
Time: 6.30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
work through a range of projects to help develop your skills and should leave with 5-6 finished
Tutors: Gail Florio, Helen Stay or Jessica Rose
pieces of jewellery. Throughout the 5 weeks you will have the chance to make two rings, two
Dates: Wed 8th Feb, Thurs 19th April, Wed 11th July, Thurs 4th Oct
pendants, a pair of earrings and a bracelet.
Tiara and Wedding Jewellery 3-Day Intensive A fantastic three-day class which will take you from beginner to experienced tiara and wedding jeweller. You will learn to make a full range of tiaras and wedding jewellery as well as pick up
The class is suitable for beginners but is also great for anyone who has done some beading or wire work before.
valuable hints and tips on setting up your own tiara and wedding jewellery business. Includes our Beginners Tiara Making, Intermediate Tiaras and Wedding Jewellery classes all bundled into
Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT)
one. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week) Tutors: Helen Stay
£290.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00 am - 5:00pm (for three consecutive days) Tutors: Gail Florio, Helen Stay, Emma Ashworth or Jessica Rose Dates: Fri 1st June, Thurs 27th Sept
Dates: Thurs 12th Jan, Mon 2nd July, Mon 10th Sept, Tues 6th Nov
Intro to Jewellery Making Evening Class Can’t decide which class to start with but want a general fun and creative introduction to
Intro to Jewellery Making
jewellery making? This class is the perfect combination of some of our most popular taster
Learn to make a lovely set of your own jewellery to take away in this fun-filled beginners
classes put together to introduce you to the world of jewellery making. Throughout the 5
class for anyone wanting to spend a few hours making their own designer bling. Suitable
weeks you will make; cocktail Rings, a silver ring, a fashion necklace, polymer clay beads and
for absolute beginners, the focus of this class is creatively and fun, having a go and making
jewellery and earrings or a charm from silver metal clay. Each week you will have finished pieces
something lovely to take home. Each student will have the chance to make a full set of earrings, necklace and bracelet to match.
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of jewellery to take home with you – lovely class with brilliant results.
£49.00 (exc. VAT)
Price: £ 175.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
Tutors: Gail Florio, Helen Stay or Chu-Mei Ho
Tutors: Mixed
Dates: - Sun 4th March,Sat 12th May, Sun 21st Oct, Sun 16th Dec
Dates: Thurs 9th Feb, Mon 14th May, Tues 31st July, Thurs 1st Nov
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metal clay Enamel
Beginners Metal Clay
Learn the fantastic technique of enameling in this intensive and fun-filled day. Enameling allows
Learn to make solid silver jewellery using magical metal clay! This full day class covers three
you to add colour and style to your jewellery through the medium of glass. Throughout the day
projects: a textured pair of earrings, a wrap over ring and a stone set pendant. You will be
you will be able to make 2-3 lovely enameled pieces to take away with you.
amazed what can be achieved.
£110.00 (exc. VAT)
£110.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tutors: Michelle Leaver or Melissa Hunt
Tutors: Emma Ashworth, Chu-Mei Ho or Sima Vaziry
Dates: Wed 18th Jan, Sat 25th Feb, Wed 28th March, Sat 5th May, Tues 5th June,
Dates: Sat 14th Jan, Mon 23rd Jan, Sat 4th Feb, Thurs 9th Feb, Sun 19th Feb, Tues 28th Feb,
Thurs 5th July, Fri 10th Aug, Tues 11th Sept, Sun 14th Oct, Sat 10th Nov, Mon 10th Dec
Wed 7th March, Sat 17th March, Tues 27th March, Tues 3rd April, Mon 9th April, Sat 21st April, Mon 30th April, Sat 12th May, Wed 23rd May, Thurs 31st May, Mon 4th June, Sat 9th June,
Fused Glass Jewellery
Sun 17th June, Thurs 28th June, Sat 7th July, Sun 15th July, Fri 27th July, Sun 5th Aug, Tues
Come along and learn to make lovely jewellery using glass! You will learn the basic glass cutting
14th Aug, Fri 24th Aug, Sat 8th Sept, Fri 21st Sept, Wed 3rd Oct, Sat 13th Oct, Fri 19th Oct,
techniques and principles of tack-fusing and full-fusing. Be warned, this is addictive - fantastic
Sat 27th Oct, Mon 5th Nov, Sat 10th Nov, Thurs 22nd Nov, Sat 1st Dec, Sun 16th Dec
colours, low costs and great results. This class is suitable for absolute beginners.
Fingerprint Jewellery £105.00 (exc. VAT)
This class will provide you with all the practical information needed to set up your own fingerprint
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
jewellery business. It is also perfect for anyone who wants to make fingerprint jewellery for
Tutors: Tutors: Emma Ashworth or Chu-Mei Ho
themselves, friends or family. You will usually make three pieces including charms and pendants.
Dates: Sun 8th Jan, Fri 10th Feb, Wed 14th March, Sun 22nd April, Thurs 17th May, Sat 16th June, Tues 17th July, Sat 18th Aug, Fri 21st Sept, Fri 19th Oct, Fri 16th Nov,
£115.00 (exc. VAT)
Sat 15th Dec
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Sima Vaziry, Emma Ashworth or Chu-mei Ho Dates: Mon 16th Jan, Fri 2nd March, Sat 31st March, Fri 11th May, Wed 20th June, Sat 14th July, Sat 25th Aug, Fri 5th Oct, Sun 4th Nov, Wed 19th Dec, Wed 19th Dec
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metal clay Prints and Drawings in Metal Clay
Paper Metal Clay
Learn to transform drawings, handwriting and prints into silver in this creative class. Bring along
Learn how to work in paper form of metal clay in this fun and intensive day class. Throughout
your own images drawn by your little ones, family or friends. Throughout the day you will
the day you will have the chance to make pieces of jewellery using PMC paper and Art Clay
learn how to turn these drawings into stamps, which are then used in metal clay to make solid
Paper. Techniques covered include, origami and weaving with metal clay paper. Students usually
silver pieces of jewellery. Also a great class to combine with fingerprint jewellery as a fantastic
make 2-3 pieces of unique jewellery to take away.
business idea. £115.00 (exc. VAT) £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tutors: Chu-Mei Ho
Tutors: Tutors: Sima Vaziry, Emma Ashworth or Chu-Mei Ho
Dates: Wed 25th Jan, Mon 2nd April, Fri 15th June, Sun 19th Aug, Thurs 8th Nov
Dates: Tues 31st Jan, Sat 14th April, Fri 18th May, Thurs 19th July, Sun 26th Aug, Thurs 4th Oct, Tues 4th Dec
Copper and Silver Clay Learn to work in copper clay and combine it with silver clay to produce beautiful and affordable
Adding Colour to Metal Clay
pieces. This fun and intensive day class will cover all the basic techniques for working with copper
Learn two lovely ways of adding colour to metal clay in this fun and engaging class. All students
clay with a focus on making much bigger pieces such as bracelets and larger pendants. You will
will begin by making two pieces of simple metal clay jewellery (usually a pendant and pair of
then learn to combine silver to create highlights in your piece. Spend the day experimenting and
earrings). In the afternoon you will learn how to add resin and polymer clay to your pieces as
make lots of lovely pieces to take home with you.
an excellent way of adding colour to your creations. No previous experience is necessary, as we will start from the basics. Students who have previous experience in metal clay may be able to
£115.00 (exc. VAT)
make more complex pieces.
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Emma Ashworth
£110.00 (exc. VAT)
Dates: Wed 8th Feb, Fri 20th April, Tues 12th June, Sun 12th Aug, Wed 7th Nov
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Emma Ashworth or Jessica Rose Dates: Sat 18th Feb, Fri 13th April, Thurs 7th June, Sun 8th July, Fri 17th Aug, Sat 6th Oct, Tues 20th Nov, Fri 21st Dec
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metal clay Intermediate Metal Clay
Advanced Metal Clay
A great follow on class from the Beginners Metal Clay. It is suitable for anyone who has attended
This is an advanced level one-day class aimed at those with experience working in metal clay
the beginners metal clay class or has previous experience in metal clay and would like to learn
that are looking to take their work to the next level. This class is fairly flexible in terms of
new techniques in order to take their work up to the next level. Like all of our courses this is an
what you will make and you are encouraged to bring your own ideas. You will spend the day
intensive day where we will fit in lots of info and techniques over a range of different projects
experimenting and learning how to bring your ideas to life. Our expert tutor will support you
to engage and inspire you. Techniques covered in this class include: combining metal clay and
through your projects and give plenty of useful tips and hints along the way.
glass, adding gold to metal clay, ring making, setting a stone with syringe and much more. £105.00 (exc. VAT) CLAY NOT INCLUDED Price: £115.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10am - 5.00pm
Tutors: Emma Ashworth or Chu-Mei Ho
Tutors: Emma Ashworth, Chu-Mei Ho or Sima Vaziry
Dates: Wed 11th April
Dates: Sun 15th Jan, Mon 20th Feb, Fri 23rd March, Sun 22nd April, Sun 27th May, Fri 22nd June, Sun 22nd July, Wed 15th Aug, Sun 23rd Sept, Wed 31st Oct, Wed 21st Nov, Sun 2nd Dec
Beginners Metal Clay Evening Class This beginners metal clay class give you a chance to work with a fantastic material that produces
Stone Setting in Metal Clay
great results. Each week we will be working towards making a new piece of beautiful silver
This is an intermediate metal clay class where you can learn to work with stones in your metal
jewellery that you can take home with you. Projects covered include: textured earrings, a wrap
clay. Throughout the day you will learn techniques for setting natural stones and Cubic Zirconias.
over ring, a stone set pendant, syringe pendant, basic bead making and much more.
Techniques covered in this class include: setting a natural cabochon stone, dry setting CZ’s and using an embedded claw setting. Stones are a great way of adding value and colour to your
Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT)
pieces and they look fantastic too! This is a class not to be missed and will move your metal clay
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
creations on leaps and bounds.
Tutors: Sima Vaziry or Chu-Mei Ho Dates: Tues 17th Jan, Thurs 15th March, Tues 26th June, Thurs 30th Aug, Wed 3rd Oct
Price: £115.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10am - 5.00pm Tutors: Emma Ashworth, Chu-Mei Ho or Sima Vaziry Dates: Fri 20th Jan, Fri 16th March, Sat 19th May, Thurs 12th July, Sun 9th Sept, Fri 9th Nov
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silver jewellery Beginners Silver Jewellery
Advanced Silver Jewellery
Learn to make lovely silver jewellery using traditional techniques including sawing, soldering,
This course is perfect for jewellers working in silver who would like to develop their skills with
annealing, filing and polishing. During the day you will make at least one finished piece of silver
the support of one of our expert tutors. Small class sizes allow plenty of one-on-one time with
jewellery to take home with you. Small class sizes allow great tuition – a fun class not to be missed! Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
the tutor to learn new techniques. This class is fairly flexible in terms of what you can make and students are encouraged to bring their own ideas for advanced level projects or techniques that they would like to learn over the course of the day.
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Elizabeth Bone, Zoe Harding, Melissa Hunt, Michael Milloy or Michelle Leaver
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Dates: Tues 3rd Jan, Sat 14th Jan, Sat 29th Jan, Wed 8th Feb, Sat 18th Feb, Fri 24th Feb,
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sat 3rd March, Wed 21st March, Sun 25th March, Fri 30th March, Sat 7th April, Sat 15th April
Tutors: Gill Newton, Michael Milloy, Zoe Harding or Rebecca Steiner
Wed 25th April, Tues 1st May, Sun 6th May, Wed 16th May, Mon 21st May, Sun 27th May
Dates: Sat 4th Feb, Thurs 12th April, Tues 26th June, Sat 8th Sept
Sat 2nd June, Mon 11th June, Sun 24th June, Fri 29th June, Sun 8th July, Fri 13th July, Wed 18th July, Sun 29th July, Wed 1st Aug, Tues 14th Aug, Sun 19th Aug, Fri 24th Aug, Sat 1st Sept, Thurs 6th Sept, Sun 16th Aug, Sat 22nd Sept, Fri 28th Aug, Sun 7th Oct, Tues 16th Oct, Tues 23rd Oct, Sun 28th Oct, Fri 2nd Nov, Sat 17th Nov, Sun 9th Dec, Mon 17th Dec
Soldering Masterclass Soldering is one of the most challenging but essential skills when working in silver. To help you get to grips with all the techniques we have a special masterclass focusing on soldering. Techniques covered include: soldering multiple joins on the same piece, soldering in awkward
Intermediate Silver Jewellery
places and troubleshooting. This is an intermediate level class but we will start from the basics
This class is the perfect follow on from the beginners silver jewellery class and will allow you
of soldering and work to your level.
to practise your existing skills and learn new techniques. Examples of some of the pieces made on this course include: rings with multiple solder joins, cuffs with pierced detail, bangles and
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
domed pieces.
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Elizabeth Bone, Michael Milloy or Rebecca Steiner
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Michael Milloy, Melissa Hunt, Elizabeth Bone, Zoe Harding or Rebecca Steiner
Dates: Sat 28th Jan, Wed 29th Feb, Mon 2nd April, Sun 29th April, Fri 25th May, Sat 30th June Tues 31st July, Mon 27th Aug, Sat 29th Sept, Tues 30th Oct, Fri 23rd Nov, Thurs 20th Dec
Dates: Thurs 5th Jan, Tues 17th Jan, Fri 2nd March, Sat 31st March, Tues 10th April, Fri 18th May, Sun 10th June, Tues 10th July, Thurs 2nd Aug, Thurs 30th Aug, Sun 23rd Sept, Mon 15th Oct, Fri 9th Nov, Sun 2nd Dec
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silver jewellery Chain Making
Stone Setting in Silver (2 Days)
Learn to make your own chains using silver and copper wire. Techniques covered in this class
This is an intensive 2-day class that will take your silver jewellery to the next level. You will learn
include: making your own jump rings in different shapes and sizes, soldering jump rings,
a range of different stone settings including a simple rub over setting, a tube setting and a basic
texturing links and experimenting with different chain designs from small and intricate to
gypsy set. This is an intensive intermediate level class so come prepared! It will really move your
chunky and statement. Chains can be worn alone or can be used to enhance other jewellery by
work on leaps and bounds and promises not to disappoint. All materials including stones and
adding beads, pendants and charms.
silver will be provided. Not suitable for beginners.
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (Two consecutive days)
Tutors: Gill Newton or Melissa Hunt
Tutors: Gill Newton, Melissa Hunt, Zoe Harding or Rebecca Steiner
Dates: Fri 3rd Feb, Wed 4th April, Sat 9th June, Wed 15th Aug, Thurs 18th Oct, Wed 12th Dec
Dates: Thurs 26th Jan, Sat 17th March, Wed 2nd May, Thurs 14th June, Sat 11th Aug, Mon 24th Sept, Sat 3rd Nov, Tues 18th Dec
Chain Mail Chain mail is the technique of linking jump rings to make patterns and weaves that can be
Intermediate Stone Setting
used to make stunning pieces of jewellery. In this fun and interactive beginners class students
This class is suitable for students who have attended our 2-day stone setting course or who
will learn how to make their own jump rings, learn and practise a range of different chain mail
are confident in basic stone setting techniques and would like to spend a day experimenting
patterns, experiment with different materials including silver, copper and coloured rubber links
with more intermediate/ advanced techniques such as a tension setting, building a claw setting
and will have the chance to make a finished chain to take home. A popular class with great
or setting irregular cabochons. Our expert tutor will guide you through one or two types of
results!
settings throughout the day or troubleshooting with current settings you are working on. If there is something specific you would like to cover please check before booking.
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Tutors: Rebecca Steiner
Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm
Dates: Thurs 16th Feb, Tues 8th May, Thurs 23rd Aug, Tues 4th Dec
Tutors: Gill Newton, Zoe Harding or Rebecca Steiner Dates: Thurs 1st March, Wed 8th Aug, Sat 8th Dec
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silver jewellery Polishing and Finishing Masterclass
Beginners Silver Jewellery Evening Class
Polishing and finishing your jewellery is a very important process and in most classes there isn’t
This evening course runs over 5 weeks and covers the basic techniques of making traditional
time to focus on this area. This class is a full day dedicated to polishing and finishing. Techniques
silver jewellery. Techniques covered include sawing, annealing, soldering, filing, polishing and
covered include obtaining a mirror finish, correct filing techniques, use of different tools, satin finishes, texturing, cleaning up joints and much more. This class will move your work on leaps and bounds!
adding texture. During the course students normally make 2 - 3 pieces to take home and wear with pride. Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Tutors: Elizabeth Bone, Melissa Hunt or Zoe Harding
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Dates: Thurs 5th Jan, Tues 14th Feb,Mon 5th March, Tues 10th April, Wed 16th May,
Tutors: Michael Milloy, Rebecca Steiner or Melissa Hunt
Wed 20th June, Wed 25th july, Thurs 23rd Aug, Mon 3rd Sept, Wed 10th Oct, Thurs 8th Nov
Dates: Sat 21st Jan, Fri 9th March, Sat 21st April, Mon 4th June, Fri 20th July, Mon 10th Sept, Thurs 25th Oct, Fri 7th Dec
Make a Pair of Cufflinks Make a personal pair of solid silver cufflinks from scratch in this fun and intensive ½ day class.
Intermediate Silver Jewellery Evening Class This class is the perfect follow on from the beginners silver jewellery class and will allow you to practise your existing skills and learn new techniques. Examples of some of the pieces made on this course include: rings with multiple solder joins, cuffs with pierced detail, bangles and domed pieces.
Whether for yourself or as an extra special gift, silver cufflinks are classic treasures and making your own means that they will be truly unique and one-of-a kind. You will be guided by our expert tutor in cutting out your shape and adding textures or engraving before soldering the backs together. This class is suitable for complete beginners.
Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week) Tutors: Michael Milloy, Melissa Hunt or Elizabeth Bone Dates: Wed 29th Feb, Wed 11th April, Thurs 5th July, Wed 29th Aug, Tues 30th Oct
Price: £59.00 (exc. VAT)
Silver Etching
Time: 10am - 1.00pm
Learn how to etch images, text or patterns on to silver in our new silver etching class. Etching
Tutors: Michelle Leaver, Rebecca Steiner or Zoe Harding
is the process of creating shallow markings in silver using an acid and a resist. It is a great way
Dates: Sun 4th March, Sat 12th May, Sun 21st Oct, Sun 16th Dec
of adding patterns or text and can also be seen under transparent enamels. During the day you will make 2-3 etched pieces from copper and silver to take home. Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Melissa Hunt Dates: Wed 4th Jan, Mon 5th March, Sun 20th May, Thurs 12th July, Fri 14th Sep
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wax carving
wax carving Beginners Wax Carving
Beginners Wax Caving Evening Class
Learn the age old technique of lost wax carving - a fascinating way of making silver and gold
Learn the age old technique of lost wax carving - a fascinating way of making silver and gold
jewellery. In this class you will learn a range of techniques for carving solid shapes – for example
jewellery. In this class you will learn a range of techniques for carving solid shapes – for example
pendants and rings – as well as adding texture and patterns. The wax pieces you make would
pendants and rings – as well as adding texture and patterns. The wax pieces you make are
then be sent to the casters who make a mould and then cast the piece in solid silver or gold.
then sent to the casters who make a mould and then cast the piece in solid silver or gold. The
PLEASE NOTE: AS THIS IS A ONE DAY COURSE WE WILL ONLY BE WORKING IN WAX AS WE
following week the wax designs will come back in silver and you will learn how to clean up the
WILL NOT HAVE TIME TO SEND THE PIECE OFF TO BE CAST IN SILVER. You will leave at the end
castings so that they are ready to wear. Students will need to pay for the silver or gold used
of the day with your wax pieces and we will provide you will all the information you need for
in their castings - this amount varies by weight and the tutor can advise you with an estimate
where to get your pieces cast.
before sending the pieces off.
£105.00 (exc. VAT)
£175.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week)
Tutors: Caren Hartley, Rebecca Steiner or Sima Vaziry
Tutors: Caren Hartley, Rebecca Steiner or Sima Vaziry
Dates: Sat 7th Jan, Mon 13th Feb, Sun 1st April, Mon 9th April, Wed 9th May, Fri 22nd June,
Dates: Tues 10th Jan, Thurs 22nd March, Tues 29th May, Mon 9th July
Sun 15th July, Wed 5th Sept, Fri 26th Oct, Sat 1st Dec
Intermediate Wax Carving This is a great follow on class from our beginners wax carving course, but is also great for anyone who has done some wax carving before and would like to take their skills to the next level. Areas and techniques covered in this class include: building on your existing skills and learning how to measure and carve your design to a specific size, learning how to make symmetrical pieces, developing ideas and creating a collection of cast pieces. PLEASE NOTE: AS THIS IS A ONE DAY COURSE WE WILL ONLY BE WORKING IN WAX AS WE WILL NOT HAVE TIME TO SEND THE PIECE OFF TO BE CAST IN SILVER. £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Caren Hartley or Sima Vaziry Dates: Wed 15th Feb, Sun 13th May, Fri 7th Sept, Tues 11th Dec
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resin and perspex
resin and perspex Resin Jewellery (2 Days)
Perspex Jewellery
Resin is a fantastic material to work with particularly in the current climate as it is very affordable and versatile. In this fun class you will have 2 days to experiment with resin and make a whole range of pieces including rings, bangles, pendants and earrings. Techniques covered include: how to mix the resin correctly, adding colour, adding insertions such as glitter, feathers, charms and other objects, mould making, sanding and polishing to give a professional finish and adding findings to make finished pieces of jewellery.
Learn to make funky, fashionable jewellery in our perspex day intensive. Perspex is a really versatile material which is affordable and available in a huge range of colours. In this actionpacked class suitable for all levels our expert tutor will guide you through the process of making perspex jewellery. Techniques covered include: designing pieces in perspex, sawing out shapes, using heat to bend curves, joining multiple layers together, filing and polishing and much more. Not to be missed!
Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Michael Milloy or Mary-Ann Nelson Dates: Thurs 19th Jan, Sat 10th March, Thurs 10th May, Sat 21st July, Wed 12th Sept, Sat 24th Nov
Resin Jewellery Evening Class
Price: £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Michael Milloy Dates: Sun 22nd Jan, Wed 22nd Feb, Mon 26th March, Sat 28th April, Thurs 24th May, Sat 23rd June, Thurs 19th July, Sun 26th Aug, Tues 18th Sept, Sat 27th Oct, Thurs 13th Dec
Resin is a fantastic material to work with particularly in the current climate as it is very affordable and versatile. Over the course of 5 evening sessions you will experiment with resin and make a whole range of pieces including rings, bangles, pendants and earrings. Techniques covered include: how to mix the resin correctly, adding colour, adding insertions such as glitter, feathers, charms and other objects, mould making, sanding and polishing to give a professional finish and adding findings to make finished pieces of jewellery. Price: £210.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week) Tutors: Michael Milloy or Mary-Ann Nelson Dates: Wed 25th Jan, Thurs 31st May, Tues 7th Aug, Mon 15th Oct
Perspex Evening Class Perspex, also known as acrylic is a hugely versatile material that can be used for small subtle pieces of jewellery as well as large fashion pieces. In this class you will have the chance to experiment and make your own jewellery from perspex; whether it be a funky pendant or a chunky bracelet almost anything can be done. Also with a little thought and preparation perspex jewellery can be made from home as it needs minimal equipment. Students usually make 2-3 pieces of unique jewellery to take away.
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Price: £175.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm (5 weeks in a row, one evening per week) Tutors: Michael Milloy Dates: Mon 16th Jan, Wed 14th Nov
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fashion and design
fashion and design
Fashion Jewellery
Jewellery Design
Learn how to make fashion jewellery and ways to get by in the world of fashion from one of
Design is one of the most important aspects of making jewellery yet it is often overlooked. This
our expert fashion jewellers. Throughout this intensive one-day course you will explore current
class has been designed to provide you with a range of skills that will really benefit you when
trends from catwalk to high street and will create your own work through mood boards, design
it comes to developing your work. This approach is not about technical drawing but about
development and practical jewellery making. Expect to leave with a few finished pieces of
finding inspiration and pushing your ideas to create really unique pieces of jewellery. Topics
jewellery, mood boards and plenty of inspiration and expert advice to get you started on making
covered include: where to find inspiration (we have lots of magazines, books, samples and
your own fashion jewellery. This is one of our only mixed media classes where you will work in
weird and wonderful things to get you going), basic sketching for designs, choosing the right
a range of materials from beads and chain to ribbon, leather and fabric. A very inspiring class
scale, finding the appropriate materials for your designs and building up a collection. This is an
not to be missed!
extremely useful and practical class for any jeweller and will give you the confidence you need to go away and carry on designing.
£105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
£105.00 (exc. VAT)
Tutors: Sarah Fiorenza
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Dates: Thurs 12th Jan, Tues 6th March, Sat 7th April, Wed 30th May, Sun 1st July,
Tutors: Rebecca Steiner or Zoe Harding
Thurs 16th Aug, Sun 14th Oct, Wed 5th Dec
Dates: Thurs 2nd Feb, Sun 8th April, Fri 8th June, Sat 4th Aug, Wed 17th Oct, Wed 14th Nov
Technical Drawing for Jewellery Learn how to draw accurate technical drawings for jewellery making in this one-day intensive course with our expert tutor who has industry experience drawing and designing for Vivienne Westwood. You will begin by looking at some drawings and learning the basic techniques of mapping out and creating high quality black and white outline drawings from different angles to provide either to your customers, jewellers for design or as part of your own design portfolio. No previous drawing skills are necessary as this is a beginner’s level class. Price: £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tutors: Zoe Harding Dates: Sun 15th Jan, Sun 19th Feb, Fri 27th April, Sun 3rd June, Mon 16th July, Sat 25th Aug Sat 6th Oct, Fri 14th Dec
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polymer clay
wood Jewellery Wood Carved Jewellery
Beginners Polymer Clay
Wood is a versatile, natural material that can be manipulated to produce both delicate and
Polymer clay is a fantastic material and perfectly affordable for the current economic climate.
large-scale contemporary jewellery. As a material, wood lends itself to a vast range of decorative
It is more commonly known as Fimo or Sculpey and once it has been heated in an oven it
techniques and is a beautifully sculptural medium to work in. This one-day introduction provides
hardens and can produce amazing results. In this class we will cover all the basics of working
an opportunity for students to experiment with a range of tools and preservative treatments.
with polymer clay to make beads and finished pieces of jewellery. Some of the main techniques
Students can expect to design and produce two to three pieces each, ranging from pendants
covered include: conditioning the clay, caning, forming different shapes, making blends and
and earrings to brooches, rings and cufflinks. Using tools and techniques suitable for the home
mixing colours, using specialist tools and resources, baking, sanding and buffing and much
or small workshop, students will get lots of ideas and inspiration in order to kick start their own
more.
wood work at home.
£105.00 (exc. VAT)
Price: £105.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tutors: Debbie Carlton, Emma Ashworth or Chu-Mei Ho
Tutors: Rosie Sanders
Dates: Mon 30th Jan, Fri 16th March, Mon 7th May, Wed 22nd Aug, Sat 15th Sept,
Dates: Fri 17th Feb, Sat 14th April, Wed 20th June, Sat 15th Sept, Wed 5th Dec
Sat 20th Oct
Intermediate Polymer Clay Make a stylish polymer clay bangle in this brand new intermediate polymer clay class. Using a metal armature for strength you will learn a step-by-step process for producing beautiful bangles using a variety of millefiori canes and various surface designs. The scope for individual creativity is endless and this process is suitable for all levels, beginners and intermediate alike. This is a fun and creative day and is a great follow on from the beginner’s polymer clay class. Price: £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tutors: Debbie Carlton or Emma Ashworth Dates: Mon 6th Feb, Fri 1st June
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jewellery business
jewellery business
Distance Learning Jewellery Business Course
Jewellery Business Day
This course is aimed at jewellers or soon to be jewellers who would like information and advice
This course is aimed at jewellers or would-be jewellers who would like a kick-start in setting
as well as a kick-start in setting up their own jewellery business. Through the course material
up their own jewellery business. This is an intense day packed full of information and advice to
you will be guided by jewellery business expert Jessica Rose, on a whole range of topics in
help you get started promoting and selling your jewellery. Topics covered include: marketing,
relation to running a jewellery business. What is included: CD box set containing videos on each aspect of running a jewellery business, comprehensive workbook full of information, worksheets, templates and case studies, full list of useful suppliers for jewellers based in the UK and USA, tip sheets on each aspect of setting up your own jewellery business, information on the common pitfalls and mistakes to avoid and much more.
PR, websites, photography, budgeting, pricing and selling, getting into galleries and shops, packaging, legal requirements and networking. The day is structured around class discussions and written tasks. Please note there is no practical jewellery making on this course. £110.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tutors: Jessica Rose, Emma Ashworth or Sima Vaziry
This course can be ordered from us at any time and will be sent to you within 2 working days.
Dates: Fri 6th Jan, Tues 24th Jan, Sa 11th Feb, Wed 1st March, Tues 27th March, Sun 8th April,
Check our website or contact us for full info.
Fri 4th May, Sat 19th May, Wed 30th May, Fri 8th June, Sun 1st July, Wed 11th July, Mon 30th July, Thurs 9th Aug, Sun 2nd Sept, Thurs 20th Sept, Fri 15th Oct, Wed 24th Oct, Sun 18th Nov,
Price: £99.00 (exc. VAT)
Thurs 6th Dec, Fri 21st Dec
Tutors: Jessica Rose
Photograph Your Jewellery Teaching Jewellery Day
Taking great photos of your jewellery is a challenging but really essential skill, especially when
This is a 1-day intensive class in teaching skills specifically designed for jewellers or jewellery
promoting your work or selling online. In this class students will need to bring their own digital
enthusiasts who have making skills but would like to learn the different aspects of teaching a jewellery class. Topics covered in this course include: lesson planning, timing, scheduling and pacing, health and safety, project based classes, samples for your classes, writing class notes, tools and materials, evaluation and feedback and much more. At LJS we have been teaching for years and have lots of useful tips and info to share with you, which will be sure to make your classes run smoothly, efficiently and safely.
camera and will be taken through all the basics of photography and learn how to take the best possible photos. Areas covered in this class include: using and looking after your camera, lighting, background and setups, shutter speed, aperture and white balance. £105.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Price: £110.00 (exc. VAT)
Tutors: Matt Cheetham, Emma Ashworth or Synnove Saelthun
Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm
Dates: Sun 5th Feb, Thurs 5th April, Sat 16th June, Fri 10th Aug, Sun 7th Oct, Thurs 6th Dec
Tutors: Gail Florio Dates: Wed 1st Feb, Thurs 5th April, Sat 14th July, Wed 26th Sept, Mon 3rd Dec
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jewellery business
certification classes
Jewellery Business 5-Day Intensive
Art Clay Certification Level 1 (3 Days)
Spend 5 intensive days in our studios learning how to make your own beaded and silver
An intensive 3-day course that will take your metal clay work to the next level! This certification
jewellery, as well as plenty of business skills to give you a kick-start in setting up your own
class runs over three days and provides a wide base of knowledge for anyone interested in
jewellery business. The practical skills covered include beginners and intermediate beading
developing their metal clay work at a higher level. It is suitable for anyone with previous
and beginners and intermediate metal clay. Alongside these practical jewellery making skills
experience working in metal clay either through a beginners class or having a go at home.
the course also covers business skills including: pricing and selling your jewellery, getting into
This course is not suitable for absolute beginners; you need to at least have had a go working
galleries and shops, photographing your jewellery, marketing, legal requirements, websites and much more. Please note this course is suitable for beginners but is very intensive so be prepared to work hard and get great results.
in PMC or Art Clay before taking this course.You will learn how to make rings, create hollow forms using cork clay, add silver findings, set stones, add pearls and polish and burnish your pieces. After successfully completing all seven projects you will receive a certificate that entitles you to teach Art Clay Introductory Classes with the support of Art Clay World UK. If you do not complete all seven projects successfully you will be required to remake and submit pieces after the course. The course fees include all materials and the Art Clay Certification fee.
Price: £525.00
Price: Price £420.00 (exc. VAT)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for five consecutive days)
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for three consecutive days)
Tutors: Mixed
Tutors: Julia Rai
Dates: Wed 22nd Feb, Mon 23rd April, Mon 2nd July, Mon 10th Sept, Mon 26th Nov
Dates: Mon 23rd July, Fri 16th Nov, Fri 9th March
Art Clay Certification Level 2 (4 Days) This intensive 4-day course is open to anyone who has completed their Art Clay Certification Level 1. This course builds on the techniques learned in Level 1 and covers new areas such as adding gold, keum-boo, glass fusing and adding natural stones. You will complete 5 projects over 4 days including a brooch with multiple stone settings, a bezel stone set tie tack, a gold keumboo and silver pendant, a carved ring and a glass and syringe piece. Once you have successfully completed all 5 projects to the necessary standard you will be required to submit 3 additional pieces to given specifications in your own time after the course as part of the course criteria. Please note you must have received your Level 1 certificate at least 6 months before the start date of your Level 2 course. You will need to bring your Level 1 certificate along to the course with you, as without it your Level 2 will not be valid. Price: Price: £470.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for four consecutive days) Tutors: Julia Rai Dates: Mon 3rd Sept
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certification classes
certification classes
Metal Clay 5-Day Intensive
6-Day Techniques Intensive
Spend 5 consecutive days working in metal clay! This class aims to take you through from
This is one of our most intensive courses - spend 6 days learning different jewellery making
beginner to intermediate level in just 5 days and covers the following areas: Beginners Metal
techniques from beading and silver to resin and glass. This class is aimed at beginners or those
Clay, Adding Gold to Metal Clay, Beads and Hollow Forms, Ring Making and Stone Setting in
who are fairly new to making jewellery who want to learn a wide range of skills in a short space
Metal Clay. Each day covers three projects so it is an extremely intensive course – not for the
of time. Over 6 days you will learn a wide range of techniques including: Beginners Beading,
faint hearted! This course is open to anyone who is new to working in metal clay and would
Intermediate Beading, Beginners Metal Clay, Jewellery Design, Fused Glass and Beginners Silver
like to learn a wide range of skills in a short space of time. It is also suitable for students who
Jewellery.
have done some metal clay before and would like to build on their existing skills. An excellent class taught by world-class professionals. Not to be missed!
Price: £590.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for six consecutive days)
Price: Price £525.00 (exc. VAT)
Tutors: Mixed
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for five consecutive days)
Dates: Mon 19th March, Tues 31st July, Mon 8th Oct
Tutors: Julia Rai or Emma Ashworth Dates: Mon 2nd Jan, Wed 2nd May, Mon 27th Aug, Mon 10th Dec
Silver Jewellery 5-Day Intensive Spend 5 intensive days learning the traditional metalwork skills you need to make silver jewellery. This certification class run by the London Jewellery School will take you through from beginner to intermediate level in just 5 days. The course covers the following subjects: Beginners Silver Jewellery, Soldering Masterclass, Intermediate Silver Jewellery and Stone Setting in Silver. This is a practical techniques based course. Over 5 days our expert tutors will teach you a range of technical skills to equip you with everything you need to make silver jewellery. This course is suitable for complete beginners. Price: Price: £525.00 (exc. VAT) Elizabeth Bone
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm (for five consecutive days) Tutors: Mixed Dates: Mon 9th Jan, Mon 16th April, Mon 23rd July, Mon 26th Nov
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taster classes
taster classes Make a Bib Necklace
Make a Fascinator
PR for your Jewellery
Silver Metal Clay Taster
Bib necklaces are taking the catwalk and high streets alike by storm and we don’t want you to be left behind, so pop along to the London Jewellery School for this fun packed taster class and walk away with a finished, professional bib necklace.
Learn to make your own stunning feather fascinator from scratch in our brand new fascinator-making workshop. You will begin by choosing your colour scheme and selecting from a range of feathers and materials, then using a few basic tools you will be supported in crafting your fascinator. We will also provide all students with a handout sheet containing information on the materials used and where they can be purchased from so that you can easily carry on making from home after the class.
Running a jewellery business or trying to sell your jewellery but
Learn to make your own personalised silver pendant in just one evening. You will be using a great material called metal clay. Metal clay is a clay-based substance containing millions of tiny silver particles. When you fire the clay under a torch or in a kiln all of the clay burns away and you are left with a solid silver piece – it’s like magic! This class is a great introduction to working with metal clay and is great value as you will have your own unique pendant to take home with you.
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm Tutors: Gail Florio Dates: Fri 17th Feb, Fri 23rd March, Mon 16th April, Thurs 10th May, Mon 18th June, Fri 27th July, Fri 7th Sept, Mon 8th Oct
working with the press for their jewellery business.
Our expert tutor will guide you through the process of working with real leather and suede, you will have the chance to practise cutting with different thicknesses of leather and in the construction of the bib. Not only is this class a great evening with like-minded others but you will also have a fashionable piece of jewellery to take home with you. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm Tutors: Hayley Kruger Dates: - Fri 13th Jan, Thurs 8th March, Fri 20th April, Mon 7th May, Mon 4th June, Mon 27th Aug, Fri 5th Oct, Fri 30th Nov, Tues 18th Dec
Make a Chunky Wooden Ring Wooden jewellery is a timeless classic and in this fun and creative taster class you can make your very own wooden ring. Using a range of basic materials and tools our expert tutor will guide you through the whole process from start to finish and you will leave at the end with a finished wooden ring ready to wear. No previous experience is necessary, suitable for complete beginners. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6.30pm - 9.00pm Tutors: Rosie Sanders Dates: Thurs 23rd Feb, Fri 16th March, Thurs 3rd May, Mon 25th June, Fri 20th July, Mon 13th Aug, Tues 2nd Oct
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Make a Silver Ring Learn to make a simple but beautiful wrap around silver ring in just one evening! This class is a great introduction to working with silver and is often taken before doing our Beginners Silver Jewellery Class. During the evening an experienced tutor will guide you through the process from annealing (heating) the silver and adding a texture to making it fit to size as well as some sanding and polishing to finish with. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Rebecca Steiner or Michelle Leaver Dates: Fri 6th Jan, Wed 11th Jan, Fri 27th Jan, Fri 3rd Feb, Thurs 16th Feb, Fri 24th Feb, Fri 2nd March, Fri 9th March, Tues 20th March, Fri 30th March, Fri 6th April, Mon 9th April, Fri 13th April, Fri 27th April, Fri 4th May, Tues 15th May, Fri 25th May, Fri 1st June, Fri 8th June, Fri 29th June, Fri 6th July, Fri 13th July, Fri 10th Aug, Thurs 16th Aug, Fri 24th Aug, Fri 31st Aug, Fri 14th Sept, Tues 25th Sept, Tues 9th Oct, Fri 19th Oct, Fri 2nd Nov, Fri 16th Nov, Fri 23rd Nov, Fri 7th Dec, Tues 11th Dec, Fri 21st Dec
don’t know how to get the message out there and get more customers to your business? Then this evening taster class focusing on raising the profile of your jewellery business could be just the extra kick you need. The course will cover; who are the press, how to write a press release, difference between press and other areas of marketing, identifying the pitfalls and much more. Taught by expert jewellers with years of experience
Price: £35.00 (plus. VAT) Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Tutors: Sima Vaziry or Jessica Rose Dates: Mon 20th Feb, Wed 4th April, Tues 24th July, Fri 26th Oct, Mon 3rd Dec
Make a Cocktail Ring Come along for the evening and make a beautiful cocktail ring (or two). This is a fun filled, creative class where our expert tutor will guide you through the full process of making your ring from scratch using a range of crystals, beads, pearls and wire. Non-creatives are very welcome! Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Helen Stay, Chu-Mei Ho, Gail Florio or Hayley Kruger Dates: Wed 4th Jan, Fri 20th Jan, Fri 3rd Feb, Tues 21st Feb, Wed 14th March, Mon 26th March, Mon 2nd April, Fri 13th April, Wed 25th April, Mon 7th May, Fri 25th May, Thurs 7th June, Tues 19th June, Fri 6th July, Thurs 26th July, Thurs 9th Aug, Mon 20th Aug, Fri 24th Aug, Tues 4th Sept, Fri 21st Sept, Fri 5th Oct, Fri 19th Oct, Tues 30th Oct, Fri 9th Nov, Fri 23rd Nov, Fri 7th Dec, Tues 18th Dec
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Sima Vaziry, Chu-Mei Ho or Jessica Rose Dates: Thurs 5th Jan, Fri 27th Jan, Fri 17th Feb, Mon 19th March, Mon 9th April, Mon 23rd April, Fri 11th May, Fri 1st June, Tues 12th June, Fri 13th July, Thurs 2nd Aug, Mon 13th Aug, Mon 27th Aug, Fri 14th Sept, Mon 15th Oct, Mon 29th Oct, Fri 16th Nov, Fri 30th Nov, Fri 14th Dec, Thurs 20th Dec
Recycle Your Jewellery Recycle your old jewellery and make it into beautiful vintage fashion pieces that you can wear with pride. Take that earring you have lost the pair to, an old broken necklace and that ring that no longer fits and one of our expert tutors will guide you through the process of making your own, professional quality jewellery combined with our huge selection of beads, chain and various bits and bobs to make your truly unique creations. If you have already thrown away all your old jewellery then don’t worry, you can come along and learn how to repair it for the future. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Helen Stay or Chu-Mei Ho Dates: Wed 1st Feb, Fri 30th March, Fri 4th May, Fri 20th July, Fri 31st Aug, Thurs 6th Dec
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taster classes
taster classes
Make a Fashion Necklace
Make a Silver Charm
Make Button Jewellery
Gemstones Masterclass
Learn to make your own funky fashion necklace using a wide range of materials from beads and buttons to chain, ribbon, feathers and fabric. In this fun filled class you will learn all the techniques needed to make your own unique and handmade necklace which is sure to impress – and won’t be found anywhere on the high street! This class is suitable for complete beginners so no previous jewellery making experience is necessary.
Come along for the evening and learn to make a silver charm using traditional silver work techniques. In just one evening you will be guided through the process from start to finish by one of our expert tutors and leave with a finished silver charm to put on a necklace. The process involves imprinting texture, cutting your charm shape out of sheet metal and filing and polishing it to a professional standard.
Learn to make beautiful jewellery out of buttons! A lovely
In this evening taster class, an expert tutor will guide you through
taster class where you will learn how to transform a selection
the main areas of identifying different stones and realising their
of buttons into a beautiful set of button jewellery that you can
properties so that you can be confident in buying stones and
wear with pride. You will leave with at least a necklace and
using them in your own work. Students will get the chance to
bracelet set. Buttons are easy to get hold of and the technique
look at a range of gemstones, learn about the different types,
is very easy to carry on with at home.
how they are normally used, what their properties are and
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Gail Florio,Helen Stay or Chu-Mei Ho Dates: Fri 13th Jan, Fri 10th Feb, Fri 9th March, Fri 23rd March, Mon 16th April, Fri 27th April, Mon 14th May, Thurs 31st May, Mon 25th June, Fri 3rd Aug, Wed 22nd Aug, Fri 7th Sept, Fri 26th Oct, Mon 10th Dec, Fri 21st Dec
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Zoe Harding or Rebecca Steiner Dates: Wed 4th Jan, Fri 10th Feb, Thurs 15th March, Mon 23rd April, Fri 11th May, Mon 21st May, Tues 5th June, Fri 22nd June, Tues 10th July, Fri 3rd Aug, Fri 28th Sept, Fri 12th Oct, Fri 9th Nov, Mon 26th Nov, Fri 14th Dec, Wed 19th Dec
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT)
Felt Jewellery Taster Learn all of the basics of making felt jewellery in this fun evening of colorful experimentation! You will be guided by our expert tutor throughout the session in how to make stunning felt jewellery from scratch including: The making of felt, what materials to use and where they can be sourced, combining colours and making beads and simple structures. Felt is a fun and affordable material to work with. It requires very little equipment so it is easy to carry on making felt jewellery at home after the class. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Emma Ashworth Dates: Mon 27th Feb, Tues 3rd April, Fri 15th June, Fri 17th Aug, Wed 3rd Oct, Mon 17th Dec
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Make a pair of Chandelier Earrings Learn to make your own pair (or two) of chandelier earrings in just one evening! This is a popular taster class which is bang on trend. In this fun class you will be shown how to make 1-2 pairs of fashionable chandelier earrings – the perfect addition to any outfit! You will have a wide range of beads, chain and wire to choose from to create your perfect pair of earrings. This class is a great way to spend an evening and find out if jewellery making could become your new hobby! Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Helen Stay, Hayley Kruger or Chu-Mei Ho Dates: Fri 6th Jan, Wed 25th Jan, Fri 24th Feb, Fri 16th March , Fri 6th April, Mon 30th April, Tues 29th May, Fri 22nd June, Fri 27th July, Wed 15th Aug, Thurs 23rd Aug, Mon 3rd Sept, Fri 2nd Nov Mon 17th Dec
how to find out further information. A great class for students Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Chu-Mei Ho Dates: Tues 10th Jan, Tues 10th April, Tues 28th Feb, Fri 8th June, Thurs 16th Aug, Fri 12th Oct, Wed 19th Dec
Make Polymer Clay Beads Have a go at polymer clay! This fun taster class will introduce you to the basics of working with polymer clay and during the evening you will make some lovely beads to pop on a bracelet or necklace to take home with you. This class is a great opportunity
looking to use precious stones in their jewellery. Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT) Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Tutors: Sima Vaziry Dates: Fri 20th Jan, Tues 27th March, Thurs 26th April, Fri 18th May, Mon 11th June, Tues 17th July, Mon 20th Aug, Fri 21st Sept, Tues 16th Oct, Mon 19th Nov, Thurs 20th Dec
Personalised Silver Jewellery Spend a fun and relaxing evening making a personalised piece of silver jewellery using metal clay. Bring along a name, date
to experiment with this material and see if you would like to
or message you would like to engrave on to your silver and
take it further. No previous experience necessary.
you will leave with a professional quality, finished piece of solid silver jewellery with your own unique message on. All materials
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT)
are included in the cost of the class and this class is suitable for
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
complete beginners.
Tutors: Chu-Mei Ho or Sima Vaziry
Price: £35.00 (exc. VAT)
Dates: Mon 9th Jan,
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Thurs 1st March, Mon 30th April,
Tutors: Jessica Rose or Helen Stay
Tues 22nd May, Mon 2nd July,
Dates: Wed 11th Jan, Fri 2nd March,
Tues 18th Sept, Tues 4th Dec
Fri 20th April, Tues 22nd May, Mon 4th June, Fri 17th Aug, Fri 28th Sept, Mon 22nd Oct, Wed 7th Nov, Tues 11th Dec
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diploma courses
diploma in creative jewellery (1 Year) Diploma in Creative Jewellery (1 Year) This is a 1 Year Diploma course that runs for 3 terms of 10 weeks, with attendance of one day
Course Breakdown:
per week throughout the year starting in September and January each year. It is a comprehensive
course for anyone who wants to pursue a career in jewellery or related industries and would like
Certificate in Jewellery Making Level 1
Certificate in Jewellery Making Level 2
Certificate in Jewellery Making Level 3
experience in a wide range of areas of professional jewellery making. This is a structured course that is certified by the London Jewellery School and your progress and work will be marked
Week 1 - Beginners Beading
Week 1 - Beginners Wire Wrapping
Week 1 - Advanced Beading
against criteria.
Week 2 - Intermediate Beading
Week 2 - Soldering Masterclass
Week 2 - Technical Drawing for Jewellery
Week 3 - Beginners Silver
Week 3 - Intermediate Metal Clay
Week 3 - Intermediate Enameling
Entry Requirements:
Week 4 - Intermediate Silver
Week 4 - Intermediate Metal Clay
Week 4 - History of Jewellery
There are no specific entry requirements for this course as it starts from beginners and works
Week 5 - Beginners Metal Clay
Week 5 - Polymer Clay Beads and Jewellery
Week 4 - Photograph your Jewellery
up to advanced. However this is an intense and demanding course so you will need plenty of
Week 6 - Jewellery Design
Week 6 - Beginners Wax Carving
Week 5 - Advanced Metal Clay
enthusiasm, determination and be prepared to work hard to succeed.
Week 7 - Fused Glass Jewellery
Week 7 - Jewellery Business Day
Week 6 - Advanced Metal Clay
Week 8 - Resin Day Class
Week 8 - Fashion Jewellery
Week 8 - Intermediate Wax Caving
What is Included:
Week 9 - Beginners Enamel
Week 9 - Stone Setting in Silver
Week 9 - Advanced Silver
Included in the cost of the course are all of the basic materials needed for each lesson, use
Week 10 - Perspex Jewellery
Week 10 - Stone Setting in Silver
Week 10 - Advanced Silver
of our fully equipped studios during your classes and our usual expert tuition. You will also be assigned a support tutor who will be marking your work and will meet with you twice a term to review and discuss your progress. You will be given 5 free days of studio time throughout the course (worth £150) which you will need to arrange with us at a time suitable for you.
Price: £3000 (exc. VAT) We offer a payment scheme for this course os £1000 (exc. VAT) Per term Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tutors: Mixed
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Booking:
Dates: Tues 17th Jan, Thurs 19th Jan,
Contact us to book your place or request a Diploma Application Pack for further details.
Mon 17th Sept, Wed 19th Sept
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