{"product_id":"mastering-pendant-motor-polishing-techniques-with-stephen-m-goldsmith-polishing-guru","title":"Mastering Pendant Motor Polishing Techniques with Stephen M Goldsmith (The Polishing Guru) Friday 30th October 2026 10-4pm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkshop 925 based at The Mayford Centre, just outside of Woking and very close to Guildford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eUnit F9 The Mayford Centre,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eMayford Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eWoking,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eSurrey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eGU22 0PP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTUTOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStephen M Goldsmith\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT STEPHEN:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eStephen M Goldsmith started out at Rochester Art college, now known as University for the Creative Arts and was apprenticed at C.J Vander’s in 1971 and indentured with The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths’. Now a Master Polisher of over 50 years’ experience, originally working for the Crown Jewellers Asprey \u0026amp; Garrards and well-known society jeweller Theo Fennell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eMany of the pieces polished are now seen in Palaces, Museums and the rich and famous across the world. Stephen is one the most respected jewellery \u0026amp; silver polishers and is currently is teaching polishing across Europe and is known affectionately as “The Gold polishing Guru”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eHe has polished and restored many famous silverware pieces including the Americas Cup; Cricket World cup, Wimbledon Cup, Dubai Gold Cup, Premier League Cup. He has also been privileged to work in the jewel house at the Tower of London restoring The Grand Punch bowl made in 1830 and used by the Royal family on many occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlso known for polishing the largest pure gold coins made by the Royal Mint  the largest being the James Bond 7kg pure gold coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eHe is a fellow of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths (IPG) and their official ambassador and a Master of The Dutch Guild of Goldsmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eHe shares his trade skills by teaching nationally and internationally including at Goldsmiths Centre, School of Master Jeweller's Birmingham and VanTol \u0026amp; Breet Academy (Netherlands), The School of Jewellery Dublin \u0026amp; The Design \u0026amp; Craft Irish Craft Council in Kilkenny, Vannilla Ink, Aka_bespoke Manchester, Sheila Fleet in Orkney, Patrick Mavros in Zimbabwe and Mauritius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eStephen is a Freeman of The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths’ and was granted the Freedom of the City of London in 1975. He has also had the very rare honour of winning The Goldsmith's Company Award twice, plus many other prestigious awards and served as a council member for The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council and a published authority on polishing precious metals \"Polishing and Finishing for Jewellers and Silversmiths by the Crowood Press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT DOES THE DAY INVOLVE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eThis hands-on course is ideal for those looking to expand their knowledge of using a pendant motor for precision polishing. We’re excited to welcome back Stephen, who will guide students through selecting the correct mops and attachments for their unique designs, and how to approach tricky, hard-to-reach areas that require careful polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eEach and every bench at WORKSHOP 925 is equipped with its own Foredom Polishing motor, however do feel free to bring along your own equipment should you wish to learn the skills on your own machine - please just let us know in advance so we can make space for your equipment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eTopics Covered:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eTool Familiarisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Understanding the wide range of tools and accessories compatible with pendant motors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eSilicone Drums \u0026amp; 3M Radial Wheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduction to coloured silicone drums and 3M Radial Wheels, including their preloaded grits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"847\"\u003eTool Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evaluating the benefits of each tool and developing techniques to maximise their efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eStephen's 3-Stage Polishing Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn how this method applies to pendant motor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eBrushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e For initial cleaning and smoothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eCalico Mop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used for intermediate polishing to achieve a quality shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eFinishing Touches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Final polish steps for a flawless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eBench Polishing Techniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e How to effectively transfer pendant motor skills to traditional bench polishing setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou can get a glimpse of what he does on his \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/goldpolishingguru\/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D\"\u003einstagram\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXPERIENCE REQUIRED:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class will benefit jewellers with some experience who are looking to learn to polish their work to a professional level. Our small classes mean we are able to provide each student with the support they require.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLASS SIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT TO BRING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor safety reasons, during each class, you are required to wear appropriate footwear, we request that no open toed shoes are worn within Workshop 925. Long hair should also be tied back when working with the equipment. You may also wish to bring a notebook. We have handouts for many demonstrations, but there are always many tips and tricks given verbally by the tutor, which some might like to keep note of. We have a microwave, kettle and fridge to store or cook your lunch choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAYMENT OPTIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eYou can pay via our website or in our workshop in person using our card machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you prefer to pay directly, you can email us on \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@workshop925.com\"\u003ehello@workshop925.com\u003c\/a\u003e and we can invoice you manually to arrange a bank transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFor classes over £80, \u003cstrong\u003einstalment \u003c\/strong\u003eoptions are also available. 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