Jewellery Making Courses, Workshops, and Masterclasses
Wax modelling for lost wax casting course- Part 1
Discover the lost wax casting technique and make jewellery models using soft waxes. No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome.
Course outline:Introduction to soft wax modelling for lost wax casting.
Designing a jewellery piece for casting.
Using additive & subtractive wax modelling techniques
Making a two part silicone putty mould.
Creating textures & impressions.
Working with organic materials and using wax dipping techniques.
Stone mounts (bezel setting) and finishing your wax models ready for casting.
Finishing your silver cast jewellery piece. Including bezel setting, making simple earring hooks, and jump ring findings.
Total: 18 hours. 4x classes 12pm to 4:30pm Sundays.
Course fee: $990
Maximum class size: 10 people. 10% off for group bookings.
Location: Victoria Street, Brunswick, Victoria. Close to public transport.
Includes 1 jewellery piece cast for you (outside of class) in up to 9 grams of sterling silver and simple silver findings. Upgrades available, including 9ct or 18ct gold. All materials & tools provided.
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 relevant skills required).
Course outline: Designing fine jewellery for carving in hard waxes and lost wax casting.
Using basic tools and making or modifying your own- Sharpening & shaping tools, using a rotary tool & lathe, saw frames, gravers, and files.
Carving and working with hard waxes, using additive and subtractive techniques.
Stone mounts.
Using investment wax & two-part silicone putty moulds.
Adding sprues and finishing your wax model ready for casting.
Finishing your silver or gold jewellery piece.
Removing sprues and cleaning up your jewellery piece. Making and attaching simple findings.
Basic stone setting (prong setting & grain setting).
*This course requires your own basic metalsmithing tools Please email info@astridjewelart.com for a copy of the required tools list.
Total: 18 hours. 4x classes 12pm to 4:30pm Sundays.
Course fee: $1,190
Maximum class size: 10 people. 10% off for group bookings.
Location: To be confirmed.
Includes 1 jewellery piece cast for you (outside of class) in up to 9 grams of sterling silver and simple silver findings. Upgrades available, including 9ct or 18ct gold.
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 findings.No experience necessary.
All tools and materials provided.
Take home a finished jewellery piece or two at the end of the workshop.
Small class sizes, so that you can relax and get the assistance you want.
Sustainably sourced materials.
Perfect for those that want some fun fashionable earrings 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, Victoria. Close to public transport.
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.
