Christmas Pine Needle Casting Jewellery Workshop

Join this seasonal silversmithing workshop and discover the exciting process of casting with organic forms. You'll learn how to pour molten silver directly into pine needles, sourced from local trees, to create wonderfully unique pieces of handmade jewellery.

This fun and warm workshop uses natural materials and the impressive heat of big blowtorches – all under the expert guidance of your tutors. They will show you exactly how to cast your shapes safely and effectively. Once cast, your tutors will help you transform your silver forms into beautiful earrings or pendants, ready for you to wear home. It's a fantastic experience whether you come alone, with friends, or as a family.

During the class, you will cover:

Melting down silver

Pouring molten silver

Soldering

Finishing up and polishing

You’ll leave this session with a new appreciation for natural forms and the craft of silversmithing. Best of all, you'll take home your very own handmade silver jewellery, completely unique to you and the materials you used.

Please note: Silver is not included in the class price. It is charged by weight at £2.50 per gram.

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult (single participant) £60

How to get there

Facilities

  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • WiFi

On the day

  • The nearest car park is Little Paradise, Asda also allow parking for 2.5 hours.
  • Bus routed 24 and M1 stop on East Street.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 14 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 14 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Maxine Walker (She/Her)

Maxine is an experienced jeweller, with over 10 years experience within design, making and teaching. Graduating with a BA in Silversmithing in 2009 at Plymouth University of Arts, Maxine then went on to work as Technician for the Jewellery & Metals Studios where she studied, supporting students in their learning for their degrees. In the last 4 years Maxine worked alongside other talented jewellers at Diana Porter where she deepened her knowledge about jewellery design. Her experience in making alongside her patient and supportive teaching style will help you feel creative and confident when beginning to learn how to make jewellery.

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