Jewellery Making Courses, Workshops, and Masterclasses
Wax modelling for lost wax casting course- Part 1
Make solid silver (or gold*) jewellery using wax modelling (soft waxes) for the lost wax casting technique.No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome.
All tools and materials provided.
Take home a finished silver jewellery piece (earrings, ring, brooch, or pendant) at the end of the course.
Includes one piece cast in up to 10 grams of sterling silver (cast for you outside class), basic silver findings for one jewellery piece, a cabochon gemstone (choose from rose quartz, onyx, blue lace agate, sodalite, malachite, carnelian, or amber). *Upgrades available including 9ct or 18ct gold.
Course outline:
The fundamentals of designing jewellery for lost wax casting.
Using additive & subtractive wax modelling techniques.
Making a two-part silicone putty mould.
Creating textures and impressions.
Working with organic materials and using wax dipping techniques.
Bezel setting cabochon gemstones.
Hand finishing your silver or gold jewellery piece with basic hand tools.
Making simple silver wire earring hooks and jewellery findings.
Total: 18 hours over 4x classes- 12pm to 4:30pm Sundays.
Course fee: $990
Small class sizes so that you can get the assistance you want (4-10 people). Private group bookings available. Receive 10% off for bookings of 2 or more or for concession card holders.
Suitable for persons 15 years of age or over.
Location: Victoria Street, Brunswick. The venue is next to the Brunswick train station and easily accessible via public transport. Parking is limited.
For all enquiries, upcoming class dates, or to join the wait list please submit the relevant form at the bottom of the page or email info@astridjewelart.com.
Wax carving for lost wax casting course- Part 2
Advanced wax carving for lost wax casting- Fine jewellery.
*Introductory wax modelling course or equivalent jewellery making skills required.
Course outline: Designing fine jewellery for carving in hard waxes and lost wax casting, such as engagement rings, pendants, and earrings.
Using and modifying basic jewellery making tools such as a rotary tool, lathe, saw frame, gravers, and files.
Carving and working with hard waxes using additive and subtractive techniques.
Stone setting (simple prong and grain setting for round facetted stones).
Hand finishing your silver jewellery piece.
Making and attaching simple silver wire jewellery findings.
Reproducing your jewellery and outsourcing.
Includes one jewellery piece cast for you (outside of class) in up to 10 grams of sterling silver, simple silver findings and your choice of garnet, amethyst, citrine, or topaz. Upgrades available, including 9ct or 18ct gold.
*This course requires your own basic metalsmithing tools Please email info@astridjewelart.com or submit an enquiry below for a copy of the required tools list.
Total: 18 hours over 4x classes 12pm to 4:30pm Sundays.
Course fee: $1,190
Small class sizes so that you can get the assistance you want (4-10 people).
Private group bookings available. Receive 10% off for bookings of 2 or more or for concession card holders.
Suitable for persons 15 years of age or over.
Location: Victoria Street, Brunswick. The venue is next to the Brunswick train station and easily accessible via public transport. Parking is limited. *Subject to change.
For all enquiries, upcoming class dates, or to join the wait list please submit the relevant form at the bottom of the page or email info@astridjewelart.com.
Upcycled Fashion Jewellery Making Workshop
Turn trash into treasure with this hands-on 4 hour workshop.
Make your own earrings, pendant or bracelet using upcycled aluminum craft beer cans, post consumer leather or rubber, and recycled sterling silver or surgical steel findings.No experience necessary.
All tools and materials provided.
Learn to make your own simple earring hooks and jewellery findings.
Sustainably sourced upcycled and recycled materials.
Take home a finished pair of earrings and a pendant at the end of the workshop with the skills to make your own at home.
Small class sizes, so that you can relax and get the assistance you want.
Perfect for those that want fun fashionable jewellery for upcoming events or for gifts for your friends and family.
Workshops are $280 and run monthly on Saturdays from 1-5pm.
Location: Victoria Street, Brunswick. The venue is next to the Brunswick train station and easily accessible via public transport. Parking is limited.
Private group bookings available on request with 10% off. Perfect for your hens night!
For all enquiries, upcoming class dates, or to join the wait list please submit the relevant form at the bottom of the page or email info@astridjewelart.com.
