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Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Description

This exciting process involves making and using moulds, melting and pouring the pewter, finishing and polishing your design and turning it into jewellery. With expert tuition this workshop is suitable for anyone. You will leave with at least two pieces of your own pewter work and a new skill too! There is a maximum of 6 students per course so there will be lots of help and time to create your beautiful jewellery. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

What's included in the price?

All your materials and tools are included in the price. Endless tea and coffee too!

Duration

3 hours (flexible times to suit)

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Gifted Crafts Company

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

Where it all began … I first learnt to crochet as a child and spent hours and hours making, sewing, knitting and learning every new technique possible in art, craft and design. After a degree in Graphics and with 16 years experience teaching Textiles, Graphics, Art & Design and Design & Technology I strongly believe in developing my own practice to be the best tutor I can be. I am continually inspired by my students of all ages so it's definitely and 2 way street!

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Children
Learning difficulties (SEN)
Christmas
Tutor can travel
Corporate days out & team building
Daytime (weekdays)
Father's Day
Hen dos
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
School holiday workshops & activities
Evenings
Mother's Day
Suitable for beginners
Weekends
UK Holiday
Stag dos
Romantic
Parking provided
Accommodation offered
Suitable for all abilities

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Venue

The Old School Campsite, Shelve, Minsterley, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 0JQ

Reviews

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5 Mar 22'

Matt reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"I cannot rate this casting course high enough. Rachel is an excellent tutor with a wonderful teaching style. I was able to have a go at a number of different types of pewter casting and came home with some lovely pieces and a complete understanding of how to try casting at home. Well worth the cost, and plenty of cups of tea which is always a bonus."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thanks Matt. It was so lovely to meet with you and work with you. You did brilliantly and I can’t wait to see what else you do. Stay in touch! All the best. Rach"

13 Aug 21'

Claire Kerry reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"What a fantastic workshop! We were able to get stuck in almost straight away. Clear simple instructions, from Rachel, allowed us the freedom to experience pewter casting to its fullest. I would highly recommend this course. Thank you Rach."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you so much Claire. Such lovely comments and I really appreciate you taking the time to write a review. It was lovely to meet you and you all did so well. I couldn’t believe the quality and quantity of what was produced! Take care. And thanks again. Rach"

10 Aug 21'

Jude Wheeldon reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"A lovely, enthusiastic tutor who couldn't have been more helpful. I really enjoyed the afternoon."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you Jude. It was lovely to meet you. Well done for your lovely pieces too. All the very best. Rach"

10 Aug 21'

Claire Housley reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"What a brilliant course! The 3 hours wizzed by and we all said we could have stayed all day. Rachel was lovely and helpful and gave great instructions making it accessible for a wide rage of ages to take part. My daughter overcame her fear of fire to use the blow torch and loved using all the tools. I would recommend it to anyone!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you so much Claire. It was lovely to meet you all. Well done for all the lovely pieces you made. And your daughter did so well. All the very best. Rach"

7 Aug 21'

Joanna reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"We've had such a lovely a lovely time, both myself and my children loved it. Really well run with just the right amount of help and support. Thanks so much, hope we can do another course in the future."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you so much for your lovely comments and taking the time to do a review. It was lovely to meet you and you all did so well! All the very best. Rach"

30 Jun 21'

Ami Anderton reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"Had an amazing time! Rach was so knowledgeable and nothing was too much of a problem. The studio was well set up and was great to craft in it. A very relaxed and informative session. Can't wait to come back for another course! Rach also makes a great brew! Thanks again for a great session"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you. It was an absolute pleasure. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. I really appreciate it. Look forward to seeing you again!"

12 Oct 20'

Victoria Kenny reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"The course was so much fun. Rachel is a great teacher, really knowledgeable and friendly. It was fantastic to get stuck in and making my first item straight away, I got to try lots of different techniques and tools. There really is all you can drink tea & coffee too and lunch was superb. I came away with so many beautiful items and the confidence and skills to to have a go at home. Can't wait to book the next course!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you so much Vikki and for a fab day. You made such beautiful pieces. Look forward to seeing you again! All the very best."

12 Oct 20'

Carly Lawrence reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"The course was fantastic - I came home with some beautiful pieces. I'm not sure if I can bear to give them away as Christmas gifts though, which was my intention! Everything was laid out so simply and Rachel's instructions/guidance were superb all throughout. We tried so many different techniques - I actually can't believe the items I made. Homemade bread and shortbread for lunch topped the day off perfectly! I will absolutely be doing some of her other courses soon."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" A huge well done and thank you. Your pieces were definitely too lovely to give away!"

10 Aug 20'

Alistair Hindmarsh reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"The course was the most fun I've had in years. Right from the start Rachel had me pouring pewter into moulds, it was the full-day course so we had time to have a go at loads of techniques and ways of casting. Everything was explained fully and you were hands-on most of the time. The lunch was superb, constant tea as it says in the introduction but best of all lots and lots of time to spend making, for instance you cast a pendant then you drill a hole in it, then make a ring for it and select a chain to hang it from. I'm starting to make my own casts now and it's great."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" You did so well with your pewter Al. Can’t wait to see what you do at home. Thanks so much. Rach"

12 Apr 20'

Keith Faifbairn reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"Now 75 I had never made jewellery before. I moulded, heated, cut and polished some pewter and then I engraved it with initials and a logo and it now adorns my keyring. Rachel was a brilliant teacher and very enthusiastic and patient. I shall certainly join a group again when I make another visit."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank Keith. And well done. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

13 Mar 20'

Fay reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"Rachel has a lovely set-up for many crafts. She is a great teacher and communicates her skills well in a happy and relaxed atmosphere. We were there with the family and you soon get caught up with making lovely things."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you Fay. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

13 Mar 20'

Gill reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"Thank you Rachel for a great day. It was good fun to try a new skill and Rachel was very patient and supportive. Looking forward to the next course!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you Gill. You did so well."

5 Mar 20'

Karen reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"What a fun day. Rachel is really supportive and amazingly creative. I did the course with my mum and my adult children. Something for the whole family regardless of age. Thank you. Can't wait to come back."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you so much. You did really well."

5 Mar 20'

Michelle reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

"An amazing course! Rachel is brilliant - encouraging, enthusiastic and successfully positive, whilst clearly explaining and modelling new skills. We got to try lots of different techniques & produced beautiful items. Thank you, can't wait to book the next course!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

" Thank you. I loved the hill / contour designs that you did. They were lovely."

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Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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Reviews

Matt reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Claire Kerry reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Jude Wheeldon reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Claire Housley reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Joanna reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Ami Anderton reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Victoria Kenny reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Carly Lawrence reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Alistair Hindmarsh reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

Keith Faifbairn reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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Fay reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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Gill reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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Karen reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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Michelle reviewed: Beginner Pewter casting - 3 Hours

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