One Day Silversmithing Course - £150 per person*
Please contact me and sign up to the course list below for other dates.
On this full day course, we will cover the foundation techniques of silversmithing and jewellery making. You will make a couple of projects of your choice and design in sterling silver, such as a bracelet, stacking rings, embossed earrings or studs, pendant, cuff links, or a structural piece. You do not need any prior experience and will be introduced to the essential silversmithing techniques and processes - including designing, sizing, annealing, piercing, forging & forming, soldering, filing, texturing and polishing. There is an option to give your designs a patina (dark coating) and engrave with meaningful words or numbers.
This course is run by me, Natalia, in my New Forest Studio. Usual day timings are 10am to 4pm with lots of hot drinks and biscuits. Please bring a packed lunch.
Half-day Silversmithing Course - £85 per person*
Please contact me and sign up to the course list below for other dates.
On this morning course, we will cover the basics of silversmithing and jewellery making. You will make a simple project of your choice and design in sterling silver, such as a bracelet, a few stacking rings, earrings, pendant. You do not need any prior experience and will be introduced to the essential silversmithing techniques and processes - including designing, sizing, annealing, piercing, forging & forming, soldering, filing, texturing and polishing. There is an option to give your designs a patina (dark coating) and engrave with meaningful words or numbers.
This course is run by me, Natalia, in my New Forest Studio. Usual day timings are 10am to 1pm with lots of hot drinks and biscuits.
Private Silversmithing Course
One Day or Half-day - from £85 per person*
A private half or full day is a great option for groups celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, hen dos or for individuals wishing to focus on a particular skill or project, such as stone setting.
My time and the Studio will be at your full disposal. Full day normally runs 10am to 4pm and half day either 10am to 1pm or 1pm to 3pm.
Please contact me for more details.
* Lightwave Jewellery students and subscribers are entitled to 10% discount on the course fee. Cost of silver is extra based on the weight used by each student (allow £7 for 2 sterling silver rings, £10 for a thin bracelet, £20 for earrings depending on your design).
Regular Classes
I offer weekly evening sessions and monthly weekend courses for beginner and intermediate jewellers who would like to work on their own projects with full guidance and technical support from me. As you progress further, I will also help you to set up your own studio or jewellery shop. Please get in touch if you would like more details and sign up to the course list below.
Courses Gift Cards
Silversmithing course gift cards are available in my Online Store. Your recipient can choose any of the one day courses or use the gift card towards private tuition. Please get in touch if you would like more details.
Your Day
My studio is fully equipped, bright and welcoming, set on the edge of an ancient pine forest. There is plentiful tea, coffee, biscuits and cakes throughout the day. You will learn a huge amount in just one day, have tremendous fun and take away with you a special piece to treasure forever!
Summer or Winter
In the Summer, the studio doors are flung open and students enjoy picnics on the meadows. In the Winter, the log fire and the heat from soldering make for a very cozy space, especially with the soft drumming of rain on the roof.
Stay a while!
My jewellery studio is on the edge of a pine forest, surrounded by meadows and a nature reserve. There is a wonderful lake with a bubbling stream a short walk away. It is a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers (including my favourite, kingfishers). For foodies, there is a fantastic 15th century pub, The Red Lion, in nearby village of Boldre, the charismatic Pig in the Forest and even a vineyard with a wonderful farm shop a few minutes away at Setley. For seafarers, the water’s edge is only 3 miles down the river and the Isle of Wight is just a hop away by ferry. I love the surrounding area and would be very happy to recommend accommodation, restaurants and local attractions if you decide to stay a while longer.
“What a wonderful way to spend a day! I was very apprehensive as I had never done anything like this before. Natalia is such a fantastic teacher, she gives lots of support and positive feedback. Thank you for your patience, I am feeling very proud of my achievement as a total beginner.”
“A beautiful experience from the stunning setting to Natalia’s calm, kind, knowledgeable way of teaching and the end result is a special keepsake. Would 100% love to come back!”
“What a fantastic day learning how to make silver stacking rings. Natalia has oodles of patience, tonnes of knowledge and a fun approach to teaching. Gorgeous setting and studio, with tea, cake and biscuits as well - will definitely come back!”
“We spent a wonderful day in the New Forest with Natalia and have come away with beautiful jewellery! We have learnt so much, had fun and made a unique bangle to keep forever. Would highly recommend.”
“I learned lots of new skills and did things that I did not think I was capable of! Very patient teacher and lots of fun :)”
“Lovely day! Learning new skills and making a bangle. Each piece was personal. Looking forward to the next projects!”