Silver Ring in a Day – Weekend Workshop

Ages: 18+
Term: Summer
Length: 1 day

Overview

Create your own handmade silver ring in just one day. This practical and creative workshop introduces you to the fundamentals of jewellery making, giving you the opportunity to design and craft a ring that’s personal to you.

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Course information

Whether you’re drawn to the gentle movement of a spinner ring, the layered look of stacker rings, or the meaning behind an affirmation ring, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the process using professional tools and techniques.

This hands-on workshop is designed to give you a focused and enjoyable introduction to working with silver. You’ll learn essential jewellery-making skills including measuring, forming, soldering and finishing, all within a supportive studio environment.

With guidance from your tutor, you’ll choose from a selection of ring styles and develop your design before bringing it to life.

An introduction to jewellery making tools and equipment
Measuring and sizing for rings
Forming and shaping silver
Basic soldering techniques
Finishing and polishing your piece
Creating either a spinner ring, stacker rings (set of three), or an affirmation ring

At the end of the course, you'll:

Understand the basic principles of working with silver
Be confident using key jewellery-making tools and techniques
Have designed and created their own finished silver ring
Gain insight into different ring styles and construction methods

On completion of the programme, you can request an official AUB Academy Certificate of Attendance.

What you need to know

Summer term 2027

24 April, 09.00–16.00
22 May, 09.00–16.00

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

This course is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists alike.

Experience or qualifications required

There are no formal academic entry requirements or qualifications needed to attend this course. We only ask that you come with a passion for creativity and plenty of enthusiasm.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: academy@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£129

Any additional costs

There are no additional costs for this workshop. Any additional materials and resources not listed below will be provided by AUB. We'll provide enough silver for you to make your ring of choice.

Notebook and pen
Please wear closed-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back.

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Meet your tutor

Samantha O'Brien

Samantha O'Brien is a very passionate and vastly experienced silversmith jeweller with a love for designing and creating unique pieces.

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Beyond the course

This could just be the start of your creative journey! After this course, you could further your jewellery making skills with another short course or look to the future and explore our creative qualifications that can prepare you to further your current career, enable you to retrain to an alternative career path or prepare you for future creative arts studies.