Craft Your Own Sterling Silver Ring with Gemstone: A Beginner's Workshop

Name: Craft Your Own Sterling Silver Ring with Gemstone: A Beginner's Workshop
Start: 2024-09-22T14:00:00+03:00
End: 2024-09-22T19:00:00+03:00
Location: Väike-Männiku tn 6, 11216, Tallinn, Eesti

Schedule

Sun Sep 22 2024 at 02:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+03:00

Location

Väike-Männiku tn 6, 11216, Tallinn, Eesti | Tallinn, HA

Jewelry Workshop - make your own ring!
Welcome to my workshop on creating a stunning sterling silver ring with a gemstone cabochon! This 5-hour course is tailored for beginners, guided by an experienced goldsmith. You will learn the fundamentals of jewelry making, including metalworking and gemstone setting, resulting in a unique ring crafted by you.
Throughout the course, we will cover the essentials of tool use, safety, and design principles, ensuring you have a thorough understanding of each process. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a beautiful ring and a solid foundation in jewelry making.
Course Schedule and Outline 1. Introduction and Basics (20-30 minutes) Overview of Tools and Materials : Introduction to the tools used in jewelry making, such as saws, files, torches, and polishing equipment. Learn about the properties of sterling silver and gemstone cabochons. Safety Protocols : Safety measures for handling tools, using torches, and working with chemicals. Basic Techniques : Introduction to measuring, cutting, forming, soldering, and finishing. 2. Ring Design and Planning (20-30 minutes) Design Session : Plan and sketch your ring design. Discuss the choice of band style, gemstone, and other design elements. Material Selection : Choose your sterling silver and gemstone cabochon, considering the design and aesthetic preferences. 10-minute breaks to rest and refresh. 3. Ring Band Creation (1-1.5 hours) Measuring and Cutting : Measure the required length of silver and cut it accordingly for your ring band. Forming the Band : Shape the silver strip into a round band using a ring mandrel. Soldering the Band : Learn to solder the ends of the band, ensuring a clean and secure joint. Pickling and Cleaning : Clean the ring in a pickle solution to remove oxidation and flux residues. 6. Breaks ( A 40-minute snack break to relax and recharge) A variety of food and refreshment will be available ( please notify allergy and food preferences 1 week before the course) 4. Gemstone Setting (1-1.5 hours) Creating the Bezel : Craft a bezel setting to fit your gemstone cabochon. Soldering the Bezel to the Band : Attach the bezel to the ring band. Setting the Stone : Place the gemstone into the bezel and secure it. 10-minute breaks to rest and refresh. 5. Finishing Touches (1-1.5 hours) Polishing : Polish your ring to achieve the desired finish, whether matte, satin, or high gloss. Final Inspection : Inspect your ring for any final adjustments or touch-ups needed. 7. Final Touches and Q&A (20-30 minutes) Q&A Session : Address any questions or concerns, review techniques, and discuss next steps in jewelry making. Course Conclusion : Recap the skills learned and celebrate the completion of your ring. Total Course Duration: 5 hours What You Will Learn: Basics of jewelry design and material selection Techniques for forming and soldering a sterling silver band How to create and set a bezel for a gemstone cabochon Finishing techniques for a professional-quality piece Materials Provided: Sterling silver sheet/wire Selection of gemstone cabochons Solder, flux, pickle solution (for metal cleaning), and polishing compounds Tools Provided: Full set of jewelry-making tools, including mandrels, mallets, torches, and more What to Bring: Creativity and enthusiasm!