Full day sea glass stone setting with silver clay - Make a fine silver sea glass pendant necklace

Description

Make a silver sea glass pendant necklace. This is a small workshop with a maximum of 4 participants. You will be setting sea glass stones (either your own or one of mine) in your silver clay to make your own truly unique rock-pool sea glass pendant necklace. You can choose to either texture the silver clay, keep it plain or decorate with little silver clay embellishments, such as pebbles or little shells, using micro moulding techniques to make a rock-pool pendant. This workshop is held at Rebecca Oxenham Jewellery Workshop so I can keep it small and personal - with no more than four students at a time. This allows me to give each person plenty of individual attention and guidance in a relaxed, creative space. In addition there’s no minimum number needed - so your workshop will always go ahead. Although slightly more advanced than my beginners workshop, you will have lots of individual attention, so it is also suitable for beginners. You are welcome to bring your own sea glass or a flat backed stone. This may be something which has sentimental meaning, perhaps from a special holiday, or found by one of your children. Ideally you want to find a stone around about 1cm in diameter and as thin and flat as possible. Alternatively, I do have a large selection of sea glass available for those who haven’t made it to the beach yet. This course is most suitable for those who have attended a beginners workshop. It is also suitable for learners with no previous knowledge of working with silver clay, but who would like to push themselves a little. It is also suitable for those with no experience yet of crafts or creative activities. Most important is a desire to learn and experiment with the materials. - Accommodation is NOT included in the price. Contact Rebecca for more information about accommodation. ABOUT YOUR TUTOR - REBECCA OXENHAM. You'll be guided by a qualified and experienced teacher with all 5 star reviews on Google, Facebook, Trip Advisor, Virgin Experiences and Craft Courses. Rebecca is also a Gold rated tutor with Craft Courses. She holds the Art Clay Diploma in Silver Clay. This is a world-wide, recognised qualification, administered by the official distributors of Art Clay in Europe. She is also an instructor member of AMCAW (Association of Metal Clay Artists Worldwide) and is a member of GOJD (Guild of Jewellery Designers) and ACJ (Association of Contemporary Jewellers). The jewellery Rebecca creates is inspired by her passion for nature, she is committed to supporting biodiversity and protecting the environment. She uses recycled materials such as silver clay which is an 100% recycled product made from recycled silver which is ground up to a fine powder and mixed with a binder. When fired it becomes solid fine silver. Using recycled silver helps to limit the use of child labour in mines as well as the amount of metals that must be produced. This leads to less waste in landfills and helps to slow the consumption and deterioration of natural resources. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING: - Packed lunch and drinks. - Glasses - there is some fine detailed work. - An apron is optional (fluffy jumpers or silk clothing is not advised). - Closed toe shoes (we will be using hot metal so we need to protect feet in case anything is dropped). - Hairband (to tie hair back while firing). - If you want to bring your own sea glass - please note that not all pieces will be suitable. Ideally you want to find a stone around 1cm in diameter without sharp corners and as thin and flat as possible. Alternatively, I do have a large selection of sea glass available. - Accommodation is NOT included in the price. Contact Rebecca for more information about accommodation. PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: - Minimum age: 16 (under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult). - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. - Accommodation is NOT included in the price. For on-site accommodation or nearby recommendations please get in contact with me. - Maximum of 4 students (no minimum required). Enough silver clay, bezel wire, sea glass and one standard 18 inch silver chain is included. I also sell a selection of fancy and different length sterling silver chains if you wish to buy more or upgrade. In addition, I sell art clay silver for a discounted price during the class and a silver clay starter kit and torch firing kit if you wish to continue to make your own jewellery at home.

What's included in the price?

- 10g of silver clay/99% silver - enough to make your pendant and the embellishments. - Findings for your pieces that you make (i.e. jump rings). - Fine silver bezel wire to set the stone. - An 18 inch silver snake chain (additional, longer or fancy chains are available as an upgrade purchase on the day). - Sea glass (or bring your own). - A special 15% student discount will be provided after the workshop for your next three purchases of Art Clay silver. - Home made cream tea and Prosecco or non alcoholic sparkling wine.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Rebecca Oxenham Jewellery

with Craft Courses since 2021

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Rebecca is a qualified and experienced teacher with all 5 star reviews on Google, Facebook, Trip Advisor, Virgin Experiences and Craft Courses. Rebecca is also a Gold rated tutor with Craft Courses. She holds the Art Clay Diploma in Silver Clay. This is a world-wide, recognised qualification, administered by the official distributors of Art Clay in Europe. She is also an instructor member of AMCAW (Association of Metal Clay Artists Worldwide) and is a member of GOJD (Guild of Jewellery Designers) and ACJ (Association of Contemporary Jewellers). Rebecca also runs a jewellery business. Her jewellery is inspired by the Cornish coast and countryside and lovingly handcrafted using recycled silver. It is important to her that her impact upon the environment from which she draws her inspiration is not overly impacted by her actions. Therefore, alongside using recycled precious metals and responsibly sourced gemstones, her packaging is also eco-friendly.