Making a silver ring
What you'll do
Make your own ring as a unique gift or a custom piece of jewellery to keep in this private experience with The Silver Duck. With the help of Charlotte, The Silver Duck’s owner and an independent local creator, you’ll use the tools and techniques to make and finish your own piece. Charlotte has been teaching and hosting workshops since 2013.
For this experience you can choose to make three delicate stacking rings or one larger statement ring. Charlotte can help you with design inspiration but she finds it always helps when a guest comes along with a design or style in mind. She will have sample designs and images to help you decide on your own personal design.
Once you’ve developed your design with Charlotte you’ll choose, cut, shape and hammer your silver. If you’d like any texturing on your finished piece you can practice texturing techniques in copper first. This is a chance to make your own memorable piece of jewellery as a gift or something special to keep, with an experienced Bristol maker.
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What you'll do
Make your own ring as a unique gift or a custom piece of jewellery to keep in this private experience with The Silver Duck. With the help of Charlotte, The Silver Duck’s owner and an independent local creator, you’ll use the tools and techniques to make and finish your own piece. Charlotte has been teaching and hosting workshops since 2013.
For this experience you can choose to make three delicate stacking rings or one larger statement ring. Charlotte can help you with design inspiration but she finds it always helps when a guest comes along with a design or style in mind. She will have sample designs and images to help you decide on your own personal design.
Once you’ve developed your design with Charlotte you’ll choose, cut, shape and hammer your silver. If you’d like any texturing on your finished piece you can practice texturing techniques in copper first. This is a chance to make your own memorable piece of jewellery as a gift or something special to keep, with an experienced Bristol maker.
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Yuup extras
- You will be given a gift box to keep your ring safe
- You will have the option to receive copies of any photographs taken during the workshop
Facilities
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- WiFi
- Parking
COVID-19 guidelines
- This is a private experience and you'll have your own fully sanitised workspace
- You can bring along a mask to wear if you'd like to
On the day
- Please wear long trousers and closed shoes
- If you have long hair you’ll need to tie it back
- Tea and coffee will be provided but bring along a packed lunch with you
- There is bike storage available, just let Charlotte know if you’d like to use it
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About The Silver Duck
For Charlotte, it all started when she was given a wire jewellery making kit as a gift. She was already interested in art and design but after creating those jewellery pieces she decided to study for her degree in silversmithing, metalwork and jewellery. Charlotte now makes her work out of her Old Market Manor studio, a space she shares with other creatives from jewellery makers to woodworkers. She's passionate about sharing her craft and giving people a glimpse of the techniques and the time it takes to work with silver. Charlotte’s aim with all her experiences is to allow people to be creative, have fun and go away with a piece they’ll be proud of.
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Your host will be Charlotte, the maker behind The Silver Duck. Charlotte will guide you through the process of making your piece. Along the way she’ll be sharing techniques, inspiration and tips but always encourages people to embrace their creative side with both their design and tools. You’ll go away with your own personal piece of silver work to keep or give as a unique, one-off gift.
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What people are saying
The course is a great way to explore any interest in making silver jewellery. Having 1:1 tuition means you are free to ask questions, try a range of techniques and not feel time pressured. I left the day feeling inspired to learn more and proud of the 3 silver stacking rings I’d created with professional guidance from Charlotte.
I had such a great time! Charlotte was friendly and welcoming. She taught and helped me through the whole process from silver wire through shaping, hammering, cutting, filing, soldering and polishing. I was so delighted to leave with my rings all shiny and beautiful at the end of the day. Such a great experience. Thoroughly recommended.
A really lovely day . I had so much fun. Love the ring I made. I totally recommend!
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to The Silver Duck.
Upcoming dates
What people are saying
The course is a great way to explore any interest in making silver jewellery. Having 1:1 tuition means you are free to ask questions, try a range of techniques and not feel time pressured. I left the day feeling inspired to learn more and proud of the 3 silver stacking rings I’d created with professional guidance from Charlotte.
I had such a great time! Charlotte was friendly and welcoming. She taught and helped me through the whole process from silver wire through shaping, hammering, cutting, filing, soldering and polishing. I was so delighted to leave with my rings all shiny and beautiful at the end of the day. Such a great experience. Thoroughly recommended.
A really lovely day . I had so much fun. Love the ring I made. I totally recommend!
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