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Sea Glass Silver Jewellery Workshop

By Louise Anne Designs

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Description

In this exciting, educational and intriguing full day sea glass course, you will be shown how to make your own solid silver jewellery pieces incorporating sea glass and take away your own unique pieces to wear and treasure or as gifts for loved ones.

In case you are wondering, sea glass is simply broken glass found on beaches and it has been smoothed by the sea and wind to provide a really effective and beautiful stone. We can provide the sea glass or you can bring your own. We have had people who have found sea glass on a beach that has special meaning for them and this can be used if it is the right size, shape and texture.

Our instructor, Louise, is fully qualified as a senior tutor and holds an Art Clay Higher Diploma and has been teaching sea glass jewellery making for over ten years.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced jeweller, Louise is on hand to help you create your own designs from silver clay and sea glass. You'll be guided by Louise to help you make at least three jewellery pieces depending upon size and complexity of your pieces for you to treasure and take away!

Louise has a relaxed, informal approach with the aim of having fun as well as learning and creating lovely pieces of jewellery. Please come and experience the course yourself and add new items to your jewellery collection!

What actually happens on the course?

Louise will introduce you to the art of making silver jewellery incorporating sea glass. There are three main methods to embed the sea glass in your jewellery piece:

1) a stand alone silver bezel which clasps the sea glass

2) a silver clay piece with a bezel added to clasp your sea glass

3) a silver clay piece with a ring to hang the sea glass in a pendant.

Depending upon the complexity of your pieces and what you want to make, you will normally use all three methods to make three different pieces.

In her introduction, Louise will tell you about silver clay and will explain how the clay will become solid silver pieces of beautiful jewellery enhanced by the sea glass by the end of your course.

In the course, as mentioned, you will try the three different methods to make three different pieces.

1. Bezel clasp

You will think about the design of your piece. You will learn how to prepare your sea glass and your bezel before placing the sea glass in the bezel. You will then clasp the bezel before finishing your piece with polishing and adding a ring if it is to be a necklace pendant.

2. Bezel in silver clay

You will learn how to prepare your silver clay before embedding the bezel. You will follow the silver clay manufacturing process* before finally adding the sea glass into the clasp and applying the finishing touches to your piece.

3. Silver clay sea glass hanging pendant

You will follow the silver clay manufacturing process* to make the silver clay pendant incorporating a hanging ring. You will also learn how to drill sea-glass to create a hole to hang on to the ring before finishing your piece.

With the silver clay methods, you can add small sea treasure pieces made from silver clay in which case you will then learn how to create silicone moulds of sea treasure and use them to make sea themed silver charms

* Silver Clay manufacturing process

Just a word on this process and what it incorporates. It starts with a piece of silver clay which you will mould into your own design. Louise is on hand to help you with this and the whole process. Louise will then show you how to fire your piece. This process removes particles in the clay to leave a solid silver piece of jewellery of Hallmark quality. You will then polish your creation. This whole process never ceases to amaze people, transforming a piece of silver clay into a final polished solid silver jewellery piece for you to show off with pride.

At the end of the course you have created your gorgeous, unique nature inspired Jewellery. Perfect for keeping those summer memories with you.

Silver clay is an environmentally-friendly recycled product, which when fired, becomes solid silver of Hallmark quality.

Knowledge required

None - Louise will be on hand to guide you to make your pieces, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced jeweller.

What you'll get

Tuition, drinks, biscuits, tools, and enough silver clay and sea glass to usually make at least 3 pieces of solid silver sea glass jewellery. You can buy more silver clay on the day if you wish to make more pieces. You will be provided with a mask and apron.

You get to keep the jewellery pieces that you will be creating.

What to bring

Lunch, or there is a good selection of local eateries within a five-minute walk.

Glasses/spectacles if you need them for close-up work.

It is advisable not to wear open-toed shoes.

The course is suitable for

The course is suitable for all adults (male and female), and children (minimum 10 years old). An adult must accompany children and will be expected to take part and pay the course fee.

This course is suitable for all kinds of events from a quiet day away immersing yourself in a creative art or for a celebration, team event, hen parties etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I make on a silver jewellery making course?
It depends on the course you choose, but you make items of solid silver jewellery such as pendants, ear rings or necklaces. I also hold ring and bangle making courses. Some courses encompass the setting of sea glass and dichroic glass.
What is sea glass?
It can be found on beaches from broken glass that has broken into small pieces and has been smoothed by the sea and wind. I have many a happy hour at the seaside gathering sea glass.
What process do you use to make the silver?

I use silver clay, which is pliable, so it can be shaped into many designs that you can create yourself or I can help you with ideas. When you have molded your design in clay, you fire your piece to burn off other substances in the clay to leave a residue of 99% pure silver. You then polish your piece to finish off the process to create an amazing piece of your own unique silver jewellery.
Can silver clay be fired in a domestic oven?
No, it needs to be fired in a kiln or with a butane torch to achieve the desired temperatures.
Is silver clay real silver?
Yes, it is 99% pure solid silver after firing.
Is the silver hallmarked?

It is of hallmark standard and if I am selling a piece that weighs over 7.98 grams I have to hallmark it. I have my own hallmark registered with the London Assay Office.
Do I get to take my pieces home with me?
Yes, that is all included in the price. it is really good to make your own jewellery to wear or to make gifts for your loved ones. When you weigh up the fact that you get your pieces of jewellery as well as tuition, then I believe the courses offer tremendous value.
How many pieces of jewellery can I expect to make on a course?

This will depend upon the size and complexity of your pieces. On a half day course you can expect to make 2 to 3 pieces. On a full day course you can expect to make 3 to 5 pieces.
If I wanted to make more pieces, can I buy more silver clay?
Yes you can. I can advise you when you are on the course.
Do I need to hire or buy any tools to design and make my jewellery pieces?
No, all tools are made available for you to use on the day.
Where are the courses held?
They are in my studio in Market Bosworth. I do run courses around the Midlands, so if Market Bosworth is not convenient, please contact me to see what courses I am running nearer to your convenient location.
Do you do group bookings?
Yes. These classes have proved to be popular for hen parties and general get -togethers with friends or family groups. Please contact me if you have a specific request.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Can the group bookings be held at a location of our choosing?
Yes, within reason depending on numbers and location. Please contact me with details and I can quote a price for you.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Do you do corporate events?
Yes, I love to do corporate events and they are great for creativity and team building. Please contact me with details and I can quote a price for you.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Is the activity suitable for children?
Yes, I recommend a minimum age of 10 and they must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Are there any particular items I need to bring with me?
There is some close-up detailed work involved, so please bring suitable glasses/lenses if required. Whilst it is unlikely to be an issue, we recommend closed-toe footwear for when you are firing your piece.
Do you undertake more advanced courses?
I teach the art clay diploma. As the course is very comprehensive, please contact me for more details and advice.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Are you courses suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Full tuition and help is given for all skill levels. Please don't worry about asking any questions or feeling you have to be a certain standard. I have been there as a beginner and made the mistakes which I can hopefully help you avoid. The class is relaxed and I make it fun to learn.
Do you provide refreshments?
I provide the hot drinks and a range of cold drinks along with biscuits. Please let me know if you have any special requests. If you are coming on a full day course, you are welcome to bring your own lunch or there are plenty of local eateries to choose from in the lovely Market Bosworth village centre which is approximately a 5-10 minute walk from the studio.
Do you sell gift vouchers that can be used for buying your courses or jewellery?
Yes I do, at different values and they are available to purchase through the web site.
Are you environmentally friendly?
Absolutely. I take every opportunity to look after our special world. I use recyclable packaging and the silver clay itself is made up from recycled material. Components of old mobile phones and out of date hospital x-rays are just examples of material that are recycled into silver clay.
Can I buy your jewellery?
Yes, there is a range of pieces on the website or contact me if you have a specific request.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Can you make jewellery to my specific requirements?
Please let me know what you want and I can advise you.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
Can you set stones in your silver jewellery?
The short answer is yes and I do sea glass courses and dichroic glass courses. But let me know what you are thinking and I can advise you.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com
What experience and qualifications do you have?
I started working in metal clay in 2012 and went on to take many courses. I am now a senior metal clay instructor and hold the higher diploma in art clay. I have taught hundreds of satisfied students where I am pleased to say that all reviews given on various websites where I teach have been 5 star ratings. I teach at various schools around the Midlands.
Do you teach on-line?
Yes I have done and can do, but I prefer to teach face to face to provide the full help and support. However, if it is something you want to consider, contact me and I will advise you.
Phone or text 07947 734801. Email: louiseannedesigns@yahoo.com