Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop (Stage 2)

Ages: 18+
Term: Spring
Length: 10 weeks

Overview

This follow-on course is designed for students who have completed Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop (Stage 1) or who already have a solid foundation in jewellery design and making. Stage 2 provides the time, structure and expert guidance needed to consolidate existing skills and build confidence through a series of focused, skill-enhancing projects.

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Course information

You’ll revisit and strengthen core silversmithing techniques while advancing your practical abilities through concise, carefully designed projects.

These sessions will expand your confidence in soldering, annealing, texturing, piercing, sawing and design, allowing you to work with greater accuracy, intention and independence.

Each session follows a supportive and structured format. The day begins with a short recap and demonstration of key techniques, followed by a practical project in the second half of the session. This approach allows you to immediately apply learning through hands-on making in a relaxed studio environment, under the close guidance of your experienced tutor, Yvette Cannon.

You’ll work with professional tools including the piercing saw, hammers, pliers, blowtorch and polishing machine, renewing your understanding of good workshop practice and health and safety through a clear induction.

One of the advantages of working in silver is its accessibility outside the studio. You’ll be encouraged to continue practising between sessions using a small, manageable set of tools, supporting steady skill development throughout the course.

Each workshop focuses on a specific area of making, supported by examples and tutor-led demonstrations, followed by a practical mini-brief designed to strengthen both your technical skills and creative confidence.

Piercing
Advanced soldering techniques and annealing
Texturing and granulation
Combining metals
Manipulating silver wire
Sanding, polishing and burnishing
Basic cabochon stone setting
Basic hammering techniques
A relaxed, supportive studio environment for skill development

At the end of the course:

You'll have a comprehensive overview, understanding and hands-on practical experience working with silver.

You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed.

Will I be assessed?

No, there's no formal assessment. As the course progresses your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback, so you know how you're getting on.

What you need to know

Spring term 2027

Saturday 16 and 30 January; 13 and 27 February; 13 March 2027 (5 alternating Saturdays, 09.00–16.00)

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

This Stage 2 workshop is intended for students who've completed our Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop (Stage 1) course, or who have equivalent prior experience and wish to further develop their skills.

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.

£460

Any additional costs

You'll have to purchase any silver and gemstones. These can be bought independently (a supplier list will be provided during the course) or purchased through the tutor during the first session.

Costs will vary depending on materials used. Projects can be designed to suit individual budgets.

Additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

Notebook and pen or pencil
Old work clothes and/or an apron
Flat, closed-toe shoes
Glasses for close-up work (if required) and a hairband for long hair

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Meet your tutor

Yvette Cannon

Yvette Cannon has been making and designing jewellery for over 30 years. Following an early career working in wood she started an...

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Beyond the course

This could just be the start of your creative journey! After this course, you could 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.