Make Your Own Silver Pendant with Qing
Event description
**This is a two-part class taking place 6:15-7:30pm on Thursday 10th and 17th April (fee covers both classes)**
What’s it all about?
Come and make your own silver pendant over two classes, using the "lox wax casting" technique. You can make a delicate, fine pendant or something chunky and layered. Chain not included.
In the first week you will shape our wax into an exact version of your desired pendant. This involves delicately cutting and shaping your wax into your own unique design ready for casting.
In between classes your teacher will have your piece cast into sterling silver. A cast is set around the wax and molten sterling silver is injected into it, melting the wax away (hence 'lost wax') and filling its space with sterling silver create an exact version of your wax design.
In the second week we will smooth, file, polish and finish off our silver pieces. You can opt to oxidise your piece if you prefer an aged look.
This is 100% beginner class and your beautiful teacher Qing will be with you every step of the way to help you make the ring of your dreams!
What will we cover?
Within this workshop you will learn:
- What is lost wax casting
- How to use the tools and waxes
- The dos and don'ts of casting
- The fundamentals of how to make a wearable piece of jewellery.
- How to make 2D and 3D designs
- How to buff and shine your pendant
- Local suppliers for chains, tools and jewellery fixings
Feel free to come with some inspiration images of styles of pendants that you like. We will also have examples for inspiration.
Important Info
**This is a two-part class taking place 6.15-7:30pm on Thursday 10th and 17th April (fee covers both classes)**
The price of silver is NOT included, because it will vary depending on the size of the jewellery you make.
Silver costs are based on the size and weight of the finished item and can range between a few dollars to $100 - this will be explained in the class and you will have full control over this cost in class.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible Venue
- Gender Neutral Bathrooms
- Quiet Spaces
- Free Tickets for First Nation Attendees
Who will be teaching?
Qing (she/her) has been creating her own art and jewellery projects for over 15 years, during which she created custom projects and taught her skills to people of all age groups.
Her favourite mediums to work with are paper, fabric and shiny beads; items allowing the freedom to do bold and detailed work alike.
Important info:
Photos: teacher's and student work.
Questions about the class or other ways we can assist with accessibility? Feel free to email us at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com
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