Traditional Jewellery Making Workshop

Carl reviewed: Traditional Jewellery Making Workshop

"What a great and interesting day. Relaxed welcome from Ian, Jade and the friendly hounds and cat (Jade kindly fed and watered me through the day also). I duly presented my ambitious plan to create a ‘dragonfly’ based pendant, as a surprise thank you to my wife for gifting me the course in the first place. With Ian’s scrutiny complete I was fully expecting a ‘don’t be silly’ response if I’m honest. However, Ian took on the challenge and patiently guided me on the best approach and techniques expertly, suppressing any sign of concern that I’d possibly bitten off more than I could chew. Also not criticising as I snapped a (luckily) never ending supply of his piercing saw blades whilst creating the ‘wings’ of the dragonfly…I swear I would just look at the blade and they would snap!…always followed by an expletive and a ‘sorry I’ve broken another one’ comment from me. Ian was happy to teach and educate me on techniques, materials, processes and just input his expert knowledge, yet without taking over the manufacturer of the piece. So I still kept ownership of the creation (he really has unlimited patience) yet helped me out with some finessing when I needed a skill set to progress the design, that I didn’t have, to ensure completion. At the end of the day I left with new knowledge and skills as well as a beautiful silver dragonfly pendant that I felt proud to have designed and created. Thanks for a great day, highly recommended regardless of your jewellery expertise."

Goldwrightsjewelleryschool responded:

"Carl you really worked hard and made an amazing dragonfly I’m very jealous! Beautiful design and a lovely gift for your wife. You will both have to come and learn art silver clay no saw blades involved 😂 Xx"

Georgie reviewed: Traditional Jewellery Making Workshop

"Absolutely LOVED the day I spent with Ian, with a lovely lunch and great hospitality. I learned how to create a silver ring from absolute scratch - from melting scrap silver to creating a really lovely piece of jewellery that I'll treasure. I was not sure what to expect, but learned everything I had hoped from the day and can't wait to go back and learn more and explore all the other techniques you teach! I wish I had come and tried this years ago! Thank you! "

Carolyn reviewed: Traditional Jewellery Making Workshop

"I had a wonderful day which started with a warm welcome ( and delicious coffee) on arrival. Ian is an extremely knowledgeable and talented jeweller who was patient, helpful and informative throughout. I left with a beautiful ring which I will treasure . Thank you both for a memorable day."

Goldwrightsjewelleryschool responded:

"Thank you Carolyn you made such a beautiful ring. A day to remember :)"