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Wax carving is a technique used by jewellers to mould, carve and craft pieces of jewellery in a material that is cheap, easily shaped and forgiving. Wax allows makers to be creative and test ideas before committing to metal.

In this unique class, we will show you the techniques on how to carve jeweller’s wax into a ring. The wax will then be sent off to cast in silver using the lost wax casting process. We will then finish the ring in our workshop and post it back to the hands that carved them!

CAN I DO THIS CLASS?

This is for complete beginners. It would also suit someone looking to expand their existing jewellery-making skills. We love ambition.

WHAT HAPPENS?

You’ll be shown how to sculpt and carve jeweller’s wax, learn about the casting process and carve a ring ready to be cast in silver.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

You don’t need to bring anything with you as we will provide all the equipment and materials needed. Everyone will have their own space with access to all the tools required to carve a ring.

If you need glasses to see things close up, please bring them with you. Making jewellery is fiddly!

WHO IS TEACHING ME?

Our Taster Sessions are taught by one of our excellent team of tutors. They are all equally talented and amazing - we are sure you will love them all.

DATES, TIMES AND EVERYTHING ELSE…

Two-hour class

Choose which session you’d like from the drop-down menu below

<<We also can arrange for private parties with a minimum of four and a maximum of seven. If none of the dates matches up for you, just get in touch!>>

We are a Community Interest Company who are beyond profit. When you buy a class from The Smiddy, money is invested in our social enterprise programmes. We aim to create a variety of sessions aimed at the most vulnerable, disadvantaged or deserving in society to give a sense of purpose and help them feel connected to those within their community. Our goal is to promote social engagement and support cultural enhancement. We believe everyone should get the opportunity to experience jewellery making.

<<When you bring a friend or friends, you all get 10% off! Just enter BFFS2024 at the checkout to apply the discount>>

Vanilla Ink The Smiddy
Old Market Place
Banff, AB45 1GE

All prices are inclusive of VAT
Students must be 16+ years
Good eyesight and dexterity is a must.
Please read our full Terms and Conditions before booking.