In-person course
in Litlington, Cuckmere Valley Maker & location details

Wax Carved Pendant Making Workshop - Half Day

Wax Pendant Casting

Talisman Pendants

Workshop

Cuckmere Valley

Barn Workshop

Description

A three hour course introducing you to the art of wax carving and sculpting to create your very own unique amulet pendant to be cast in silver or gold. You will be working with jewellers' wax, which is incredibly versatile and allows you to create something 3D, abstract, classic, chunky, geometric or organic, so you can let your imagination run wild! Hosted in a traditional flint barn workshop, which is nestled amongst the South Downs in the beautiful Cuckmere Haven (close to Brighton, Lewes, Eastbourne & Hastings). You will be given a short introduction to the lost wax process and will be shown the tools and techniques used in wax carving. You will start by designing/sketching out your pendant (samples and images will be available for inspiration) before beginning to carve your wax. Once you’re happy with your finished carving we will show you how to prepare it for casting. After the workshop your wax carved pendant will be cast, finished, and polished using recycled brass, silver or gold (an additional charge will apply for heavier pieces or gold castings). Your finished piece will be ready for collection or posting within 3 working weeks after the class. You will be contacted once it’s ready for collection or we can post it out to you. Extra services such as engraving, gold plating and stone setting are offered at an additional cost. These can be requested and paid for at the end of the class. Gemstones start from £30 and up, and include setting costs. Gold plating ranges from £40-£60. Engraving starts from £45. Please note each of these services have a lead time of three working weeks, on top of the casting/finishing time. Suitable for complete beginners with no previous jewellery making experience. Participants must be 16 or over. Classes are limited to 8 participants. Please note over the winter months the workshop will take place inside my cottage and places will be limited to 4 per class.

What's included in the price?

The use of all tools and materials. Demonstrations and guidance throughout. 20mm x 20mm of wax and casting of your piece in bronze or silver. Refreshments and homemade sweet treats. N.B (We highly recommend that you spend the whole day in our beautiful village of Litlington where you can walk along the South Downs, amble along the Cuckmere River, visit the Litlington Crystal Store & Tea Gardens, or grab a bite and a pint at the 17th Century Plough & Harrow pub before or after your jewellery class.