**This is a two-part class taking place 6.15-7.30pm on 4th Nov and 11th Nov (fee covers both classes)**

Making something yourself if always so meaningful, and to make a ring - something significant that we wear everyday - has even extra charm!

This class will introduce you to silver jewellery making using the technique of “Lost wax casting”. This involves working with a wax ring that becomes the cast for your silver ring.

You will shape the wax to uniquely fit your finger, and then shape and carve your designs and patterns into the wax. You can make a delicate, fine silver ring or a thick chunky one.

This is a beginner class to introduce you to Lost Wax Casting and make your own silver ring.

What will we cover?

This is a two-part workshop. In the first class you will learn:

What is lost wax casting
How to use the different tools and wax
How to file the inside to size your ring
How to cut away excess wax to create your design
Create your own wax cast

Between classes your wax cast will be turned into your silver ring, and in the second class you will:

Learn to file your silver using different grades of files so that rough edges and scratches are removed
Learn to polish your silver using a dremmel
Choose whether to apply an oxide to add a darker finish to your silver

Feel free to come with some inspiration images of styles of rings you like! We will also have sample ring in class to provide some inspo.

Important Info

Please come at the same time for both classes.

The price of silver is NOT included, because it will vary depending on the size of the jewellery piece 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
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.

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Photo: various student works.

Questions about the class or other ways we can assist with accessibility? Feel free to email us at melbourne@lanewaylearning.c

Make your own Silver Ring with Qing

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