Description
This is a two day Workshop which starts at 10.30am and finishes at 5.30pm. Tuition is one-to-one so your learning is intensive and fast tracked. Scroll down to booking calendar for availability and booking or CONTACT LUCY direct to discuss availability and your day in the Workshop.
Tutor Lucy Copleston has a Master’s degree from the Royal College of Art. This course is designed for both experienced and non-experienced students of the craft. Lucy advises you on the design of your ring prior to your visit.
What is provided
- A choice of single stone ring design projects in PDF format from which to choose. Contact Lucy to receive a selection after booking.
Please note: Students provide their own silver. Details are specified on each ring design project with live links to suppliers. - All silver solders are provided free.
- A selection of inexpensive semi-precious cabochon gem stones from which students can purchase the appropriate size for their project after booking. Contact Lucy for details.
- A comprehensive Suppliers List if you prefer to purchase your gem stone/s online. Contact Lucy for this.
- All tools and specialist gem stone setting equipment.
- A stage by stage photographed record of the development of your project for your future reference.
- Detailed technique notes supplied by email on request after booking.
- A tools and equipment list for hobbyists to develop the craft supplied by email on request after booking.
- On request a comprehensive book list is emailed to you.
For students in further education or participating in government training schemes a personalised Certificate of Attendance is supplied on request.
What you will learn
- How to construct a ring shank in silver to accommodate your chosen gem stone.
- How to construct a simple bezel mount to fit your gemstone.
- How to combine these two units correctly to create the right size ring.
- How to finish and polish your ring.
- How to bezel set your gem stone.
