4. Young Persons (Age 14-19) Jewellery / Metal workshop course 5th, 12th, 19th October 4-6pm Supported by Ilkley Arts

3 Tuesday afternoons October 5th, 12th, 19th  4-6pm

Are you aged between  14 -19 and would you like to learn a new skill?

Do you like working with your hands and would like to experiment with different metal materials - aluminium, copper and silver.  You will cover the basics of silversmithing including hand piercing with a small jewellery saw, forming with hammers and mandrels, adding texture with a Rolling Mill, annealing and soldering, along with filing and polishing.   The course includes the cost of materials. In the three sessions you should complete 2-3 pieces to take home.

Session 1 - Introduction  - Texture - Aluminium Bangle / Book mark

Session 2 - Hand Piercing / drilling  - Copper Leaf Pendant / Key Ring

Session 3 -  Learning to Solder - Silver Stacking Rings

Places are limited to 6 people per course.   

Workshop Venue:  Ilkley Art Studio. Manor House Cottage 4, Castle Yard, Ilkley. West Yorkhire, LS29 9FE

This course is supported by funding from Ilkley Arts