Mixed Metals and Stone Setting Jewellery – Workshop

This workshop will teach you the skills to create unique and beautiful jewellery pieces using a variety of metals and stones. You'll learn how to design, cut, shape, and set stones in metal, as well as how to create professional-quality finishes. Our expert tutors will guide you through the process, from start to finish, and provide personalized feedback and support throughout. By the end of the workshop, you'll have created your own piece of jewellery using mixed metals and stones, and gained a solid foundation in the techniques and skills required to continue creating beautiful pieces.

Additional Information

This workshop is perfect for those with some experience in jewellery making, looking to expand their skills and knowledge. No prior experience with stones or metals is necessary, but a willingness to learn and experiment is essential. All materials and equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own stones or metals if you have any preferences.

Unlock Your Creativity and Take Your Jewellery Making Skills to the Next Level at AUB

Arts University Bournemouth is the perfect place to learn jewellery making, with state-of-the-art facilities and expert tutors who are passionate about the craft. Our courses are designed to provide you with a well-rounded education in jewellery making, including techniques, materials, and design principles. By studying at AUB, you'll gain the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the industry.

Some of the specialist techniques covered include hot & cold connections processes using a variety of common metals; students will then progress to using silver and gold once the essential techniques are mastered. You will be taught the necessary skills needed to size, shape, texture, form, join, and finished metal pieces, including how to use the tools and equipment to add dimensions to your jewelry and create beautiful bespoke pieces. Delivered by our highly experienced jeweler and tutor, Samantha O'Brien, this course is ideal for those with some previous experience or students who have already completed our Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop short courses and understand the basic skills of jewelry making.

Previous experience of basic jewelry making including use of a piercing saw annealing, and silver soldering metals. An understanding of the bezel setting would be an advantage but not essential.