SUMMER TERM: Tuesday Afternoon Silver Jewellery Class 21st July - 25th August (6 weeks) 12.30-2.30pm with Krista Thomson

Time: Tuesday Afternoon 12.30-2.30pm

Dates:  21st July - 25th August (6 weeks)

21st July, 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August, 25th August

Length: 2 hours each week, each term runs for 6 weeks

Tutor: Krista Thomson

Where: 

Workshop 925

Unit F9 The Mayford Centre,

Mayford Green

Woking,

Surrey

GU22 0PP

What does the term time course involve? 

Our term time classes allow students of all abilities the opportunity to design and create their own jewellery while learning new skills along the way.

During the first session your tutor will settle you all in and get to grips with what each student is aiming to complete or learn during the term. Your tutor will discuss your different aims and goals, whether that’s really focusing upon learning and practicing a certain skill, or if it is to finish a specific project.

Any new starters will be given a tour of the workshop and you will be introduced to some basic techniques during the first session, so you feel comfortable within the workshop. You can then discuss your ideas for the term and your tutor will help you with how and where to order materials from for your project, we have a substantial list of good suppliers and discount codes to get you started. Soon enough you will have a good understanding of the essential jewellery making skills which you can then go on to develop further, there are many areas of jewellery making to explore.

Throughout your time with us, your tutor and peers will help you develop the skills and knowledge required to bring your designs to life.

Each student will be working on their own projects, everybody has different directions and design ideas and techniques they want to work on. However during our terms we run demonstrations which are relevant to student projects to help them complete aspects of their project- other students are welcome to watch these too, we also run demonstrations requested by students, this might be a repeat of something a student would like a refresher on, or maybe a technique they would like to learn for their next project and we will also provide demonstrations to strive to introduce you to new skills. We also like to keep you up to date with industry news, show you designer inspiration to help you learn methods to process new ideas and gain an understanding of design processes behind jewellery making.

We are very much here to support your development. The more terms you complete with us, the more time you have to develop a wide range of skills and a good understanding of the industry as a whole. Jewellery making skills take time to practice and learn.

Here is a Pinterest board to inspire new starters.

Summer Terms: 

Summer terms differ from our regular terms.

Regular term time student enrolment and our normal sessions pause for summer.

The summer schedule is adjusted due to school holidays and limited tutor availability, as many children are off school. The summer term provides an opportunity for new students to join and secure a place.

The regular term timers enrolled in July will have first refusal of their space for September when we revert back to our normal schedule. Should a space become available on the regular term time classes they will be offered to anyone enrolled on our summer term course so that they can continue should they wish to. 

Experience required:

This class is suitable for those with any level of experience. Some students on our termly courses, have been with us for many years, others are beginners. We run a very welcoming and supportive environment, so whatever level your skills are at, you will always feel encouraged and supported by all to develop your ability further.

Class size:

We have 8 jeweller’s wooden workbenches in our workshop, however our term time classes always run with 7 students.

Going to miss some sessions?

It is likely you won't be able to make all your sessions. We operate a swap board scheme to allow you to swap classes with other students.

Term-time students should list any sessions they are unable to attend; these will appear on the swap board. Once you have listed a session, you will be issued a token/code that allows you to claim available swaps. You do not need to wait for your classes to be taken, simply list the sessions you can’t attend, find sessions you can attend on the swap board, claim them, and you’re all set.

This system hands all control over to you to manage your own catch up sessions.

We can't guarantee a swap that fits your schedule, so it is important to check the board regularly for a swap which suits your needs. 

Swapboard details will be sent in advance of starting your summer term classes.

What is included?

•  All tools and consumables are supplied
• Light refreshments are provided
• The cost of this course does not include materials.

What to bring:

For 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. Please bring any, snacks and drinks to each session if you require refreshments.

For all other queries, see our FAQs or contact us