Ring Making Workshop at Ayres House Studios
Join us at Ayres House Studios in Wallingford for an afternoon of wax carving fun where you can create your own unique ring!
The workshop is from 11am-2pm every 2nd Sunday* at Ayres Yard Station Rd, Wallingford OX10 0JZ. *Please note: there are a couple dates which are not the second Sunday of the month.
In this 3-hour hands-on workshop you will learn all the skills required to design and create your own bespoke ring using ancient wax carving techniques! This workshop is a perfect opportunity to free your mind, get creative and connect with other like-minded people whilst making a special heirloom. We hold a lot of sentiment in the jewellery we wear. It has the power to transport us, to bring back memories of loved ones and experiences. Hand-making a special heirloom only amplifies this. You can use this time to make the perfect present for a loved one or make a special ring to celebrate yourself.
No need to come with a design in mind, the creative process will allow some time to brainstorm with inspiring materials to help you come up with your very own and unique piece of jewellery.
All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. However, if you would like to deepen your existing skill set, that is possible too. The techniques in wax carving and what you can create in wax are endless! I will tailer a portion of the workshop to each individual's design, but will also cover all the different methods and techniques used in wax carving for lost wax casting.
Spaces are limited - so don't wait if you'd like to join! Come alone or come with a friend :)
By the end of the session you will have completed a carving of your ring design as a wax master in jewellers wax only. You can then choose to have your wax ring cast into sterling silver (or gold, if you prefer) and hand polished to your desired finish. This takes about 2 weeks.
There will be some exciting optional upgrades available in-class, including gemstone setting, gold plating or engraving to make your ring even more special (available for pre-purchase or to add on the day).
The price includes materials to make a ring up to 5mm width. If you'd like to upgrade to a thicker ring, you will simply be charged for the additional weight in silver (calculated in class based on the final weight) plus a £5 casting upgrade fee.
If you would like to upgrade to solid gold you may do this on the day. We will weigh the wax model to determine the cost of gold.
Optional Add-On Prices:
Sterling Silver Ring Cast + Polished (+£60)
Gold Vermeil (Sterling Silver with 18k Gold-Plate) Ring Cast + Polished (+£105)
2mm Cubic Zirconia Stone & Setting (+£25)
Setting your own stone (starts at £20)
Engraving Inside Ring - name or short phrase (+£30)
Knowledge required
This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed. However, if you do have experience, I will cater to you and add extra challenges to build on your skills.
The workshop includes
Drawing materials
All tools and materials: 5mm wax ring blanks*, wax files, a selection of carving tools, sandpaper and sanding sticks, fine point engraving tools and safety thimbles for your fingers
Step-by-step wax carving tutorials and one-on-one assistance
Lots of fun, of course!
*Additional widths available.
What to bring
Just yourself and an idea (or two or three, if you can't decide yet)!
Join us at Ayres House Studios in Wallingford for an afternoon of wax carving fun where you can create your own unique ring!
The workshop is from 11am-2pm every 2nd Sunday* at Ayres Yard Station Rd, Wallingford OX10 0JZ. *Please note: there are a couple dates which are not the second Sunday of the month.
In this 3-hour hands-on workshop you will learn all the skills required to design and create your own bespoke ring using ancient wax carving techniques! This workshop is a perfect opportunity to free your mind, get creative and connect with other like-minded people whilst making a special heirloom. We hold a lot of sentiment in the jewellery we wear. It has the power to transport us, to bring back memories of loved ones and experiences. Hand-making a special heirloom only amplifies this. You can use this time to make the perfect present for a loved one or make a special ring to celebrate yourself.
No need to come with a design in mind, the creative process will allow some time to brainstorm with inspiring materials to help you come up with your very own and unique piece of jewellery.
All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. However, if you would like to deepen your existing skill set, that is possible too. The techniques in wax carving and what you can create in wax are endless! I will tailer a portion of the workshop to each individual's design, but will also cover all the different methods and techniques used in wax carving for lost wax casting.
Spaces are limited - so don't wait if you'd like to join! Come alone or come with a friend :)
By the end of the session you will have completed a carving of your ring design as a wax master in jewellers wax only. You can then choose to have your wax ring cast into sterling silver (or gold, if you prefer) and hand polished to your desired finish. This takes about 2 weeks.
There will be some exciting optional upgrades available in-class, including gemstone setting, gold plating or engraving to make your ring even more special (available for pre-purchase or to add on the day).
The price includes materials to make a ring up to 5mm width. If you'd like to upgrade to a thicker ring, you will simply be charged for the additional weight in silver (calculated in class based on the final weight) plus a £5 casting upgrade fee.
If you would like to upgrade to solid gold you may do this on the day. We will weigh the wax model to determine the cost of gold.
Optional Add-On Prices:
Sterling Silver Ring Cast + Polished (+£60)
Gold Vermeil (Sterling Silver with 18k Gold-Plate) Ring Cast + Polished (+£105)
2mm Cubic Zirconia Stone & Setting (+£25)
Setting your own stone (starts at £20)
Engraving Inside Ring - name or short phrase (+£30)
Knowledge required
This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed. However, if you do have experience, I will cater to you and add extra challenges to build on your skills.
The workshop includes
Drawing materials
All tools and materials: 5mm wax ring blanks*, wax files, a selection of carving tools, sandpaper and sanding sticks, fine point engraving tools and safety thimbles for your fingers
Step-by-step wax carving tutorials and one-on-one assistance
Lots of fun, of course!
*Additional widths available.
What to bring
Just yourself and an idea (or two or three, if you can't decide yet)!
Join us at Ayres House Studios in Wallingford for an afternoon of wax carving fun where you can create your own unique ring!
The workshop is from 11am-2pm every 2nd Sunday* at Ayres Yard Station Rd, Wallingford OX10 0JZ. *Please note: there are a couple dates which are not the second Sunday of the month.
In this 3-hour hands-on workshop you will learn all the skills required to design and create your own bespoke ring using ancient wax carving techniques! This workshop is a perfect opportunity to free your mind, get creative and connect with other like-minded people whilst making a special heirloom. We hold a lot of sentiment in the jewellery we wear. It has the power to transport us, to bring back memories of loved ones and experiences. Hand-making a special heirloom only amplifies this. You can use this time to make the perfect present for a loved one or make a special ring to celebrate yourself.
No need to come with a design in mind, the creative process will allow some time to brainstorm with inspiring materials to help you come up with your very own and unique piece of jewellery.
All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. However, if you would like to deepen your existing skill set, that is possible too. The techniques in wax carving and what you can create in wax are endless! I will tailer a portion of the workshop to each individual's design, but will also cover all the different methods and techniques used in wax carving for lost wax casting.
Spaces are limited - so don't wait if you'd like to join! Come alone or come with a friend :)
By the end of the session you will have completed a carving of your ring design as a wax master in jewellers wax only. You can then choose to have your wax ring cast into sterling silver (or gold, if you prefer) and hand polished to your desired finish. This takes about 2 weeks.
There will be some exciting optional upgrades available in-class, including gemstone setting, gold plating or engraving to make your ring even more special (available for pre-purchase or to add on the day).
The price includes materials to make a ring up to 5mm width. If you'd like to upgrade to a thicker ring, you will simply be charged for the additional weight in silver (calculated in class based on the final weight) plus a £5 casting upgrade fee.
If you would like to upgrade to solid gold you may do this on the day. We will weigh the wax model to determine the cost of gold.
Optional Add-On Prices:
Sterling Silver Ring Cast + Polished (+£60)
Gold Vermeil (Sterling Silver with 18k Gold-Plate) Ring Cast + Polished (+£105)
2mm Cubic Zirconia Stone & Setting (+£25)
Setting your own stone (starts at £20)
Engraving Inside Ring - name or short phrase (+£30)
Knowledge required
This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed. However, if you do have experience, I will cater to you and add extra challenges to build on your skills.
The workshop includes
Drawing materials
All tools and materials: 5mm wax ring blanks*, wax files, a selection of carving tools, sandpaper and sanding sticks, fine point engraving tools and safety thimbles for your fingers
Step-by-step wax carving tutorials and one-on-one assistance
Lots of fun, of course!
*Additional widths available.
What to bring
Just yourself and an idea (or two or three, if you can't decide yet)!
