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Beginners Jewellery

$350.00 $350.00
Tax included. 
Description
Discover the satisfying process of turning wax into metal jewellery in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn how to carve and sculpt wax into designs that can be professionally cast into bronze or silver. 

With guidance from an experienced tutor, you’ll also pick up basic silversmithing skills to refine and polish your finished pieces. 

Working in a well-equipped studio, you’ll explore techniques at your own pace, surrounded by others also who enjoy learning and making. It’s a chance to experiment, create something unique, and walk away with jewellery you’ve made yourself—simple, practical, and rewarding.

What You’ll Achieve:
  • Carve at least one wax ring, send it for casting, and finish it into a polished bronze or silver piece.
  • Learn foundational jewellery-making skills, including tools, techniques, and safe studio practices.
Why do this class:
  1. Hands-on experience carving and sculpting wax for casting into jewellery.
  2. Gain confidence with basic silversmithing tools and polishing techniques.
  3. Create bespoke jewellery with textures and forms that traditional methods can’t replicate.
  4. Develop an appreciation for the casting process and the costs of custom jewellery.
  5. Work in a supportive, collaborative studio environment.
  6. Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your wax design brought to life in metal.
Materials Provided:
  • $20 starter pack (includes waxes and 'castable' stones).
  • Shared tools and class-use equipment (jewellery saw blades, grinding bits, burs, and drills).
  • Supplier notes to source additional materials.
What to Bring:
  • Pre-paid XS courier bag with a small box for sending wax pieces. ( you will need to send off your wax creations to be cast into metal in week 5 so that they are back for you to finishing in the remaining weeks)
  • Pen and paper for notes.
  • Closed-toe shoes and tied-up hair for safety.
Tutor Bio: Lisa Sinclair

With a background in science and communication, Lisa transitioned to jewellery art after earning a Diploma in Creativity (Excellence, 2022). Her work reflects a love of wildlife, colour, and the overlooked elements of our environment, showcased in exhibitions throughout the Wellington region. Certified in adult teaching, she now shares her expertise in , jewellery making, silversmithing and stained glass.

Outcome:

By the end of the 7 weeks, you’ll have created a unique cast jewellery piece, gained valuable skills, and developed the confidence to continue working with wax and metal at home.

Dates:

This course will run from February 11th - March 25th on a Tuesday evening from 6-9pm

If you wish to cancel, email us at least 14 clear days before your class begins. You'll receive a full refund less an admin fee of $20 via the same payment method (e.g., credit card or Afterpay) if you cancel within this timeframe.

Unfortunately, refunds aren't available for cancellations with less than 14 days' notice, nor for missed classes within a series.

If you are required to bring specific supplies to this class you will be sent full details via email. Please make sure you keep the receive emails ticked at checkout to ensure you do not miss out on this informattion

This class will be held on campus at The Learning Connexion located at 182 Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt. Specific details of where on campus your class will be held will be sent to you the week prior to the commencement of your class

All our tutors are qualified and practicing artists who are skilled in specific art forms and regularly teach to support others in their own art practices.