Description
Embark on a comprehensive two-day journey during this immersive technical workshop, where you will delve into the art of crafting a rub-over mount setting. Discover the intricacies of forging silver and shaping a shank tailored to your size and style. Under the expert guidance of Charlotte, learn the technique of cutting a piece of tube, seamlessly fitting it, and skilfully soldering it into place. With the precision of a burr cutter, carve out a perfect seat for your stone. Refine your skills by carefully sanding and polishing your ring, reaching proficiency in the rub-over technique to securely set your stone.
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials will be provided. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron You will be staying in our stylish accommodation on site. The Barrel Store accommodation will be reserved for students for the whole weekend and you will each have a room of your own. 2-night stay includes Friday 20th September & Saturday 21st September. An additional 1-night stay on Sunday 22nd September is an optional extra. This weekend residential course will be catered by our new on-site café Blend. Breakfast and Lunch will be served in the café Blend on Saturday and Sunday. For your evening meal, you will have access to a fully equipped kitchen in your accommodation. Alternatively, we have a number of recommendations for eateries in Cirencester.
Duration
1 weekend
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
New Brewery Arts connects people with the hand-made, promotes the joy and fulfilment of making and celebrates the role of craft and creativity in all our lives. We've been at the heart of creativity in the Cotswolds since 1978, and as well as classes and workshops we have craft studios, exhibitions and an amazing shop which sells work by UK craftspeople.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Residential
- Accommodation offered
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- UK Holiday
FAQs
We really hope you don’t need to, but any changes need to be made at least 30 days in advance. No refunds are given for any cancellation made within 30 days of a class commencing. An administration fee of 10% will be made on cancellations or alterations before this time. We cannot offer a refund if you are unwell for any reason and unable to attend.
All our studios are wheelchair accessible and members of our team will be able to assist you if you require. Near the shop on the ground floor we have a disabled toilet and a lift which will allow you access around the building.
If you find it difficult to stand during a class or have any other access needs, please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.
Unfortunately, we do not have our own designated car park, however there are plenty around Cirencester. The nearest short stay car park is The Brewery Car Park which is approximately 2 minutes away and is a council run pay and display. This car park has several disabled parking spaces too. Sheep Street Car Park is a longer stay car park 3 minutes away, it is a cashless car park facilitated by Pay by Phone. Full details of all car parks and pricing can be found on Cotswold District Council Website.
We pride ourselves on smaller class sizes, so you get plenty of help from the tutors. Maximum 8-10 students per class.
Of course, and for some classes we may ask you to do this. Please don’t worry, if this is the case it will be clearly shown on the booking pages and in your confirmation emails.
No, we ask that students either bring their own or wear clothes they are happy to get messy in.
You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food or drinks into the studio.
