Four week course - Every Sunday from the 1st of May to the 22nd of May - 1pm - 4pm
Fancy some company, a bench space, access to our tools and machinery as well as the support from one of our tutors? Then this one is for you.
This is a 4-week Block Class and a fantastic opportunity to access the workshop, make some pals and progress your own projects. Design and make with guidance from one of our tutors, as well as having access to all the machinery and tools. It's perfect for fulfilling any design ideas you may have with an experienced support on hand to help with any problems.
CAN I DO THIS CLASS?
This workshop is for those that have jewellery experience and are looking for tools, space and/or expertise to help with their project. Basic jewellery skills are required.
These sessions are aimed at those with some jewellery making experience - you will have completed a level 2 Intermediate making session or equivalent to attend these sessions.
WHAT HAPPENS?
There will be no set teaching agenda in these sessions but that’s not to say you won’t learn anything. The idea of these sessions is to provide you with the support you need to bring one to life or finally finish one off. Our tutors will be on hand to help you when you get to that very annoying point when you feel stuck.
DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING?
All tools and machinery are provided with a limited selection of silver findings and wire at an extra cost. Please be prepared to buy your own precious materials ahead of the class.
Please wear long hair tied up [or bring something to do so], don’t wear open-toed shoes and keep loose-fitting clothing to a minimum.
If you need glasses to see things close up, please bring them with you. Making jewellery is fiddly!
At this time we can’t let you borrow our aprons, you are advised to bring your own if you want to protect your clothes.
Due to current protocols, students will need to wear a face-covering [unless they are exempt]. You will be sent the most up to date protocols and clear instructions ahead of the class. Unfortunately, we cannot provide refreshments at this time but please feel free to bring your own water bottles/juice or a flask of tea/coffee.
WHO IS TEACHING ME?
Amy Ferguson is a designer, jeweller, silversmith and marine conservationist (yeh, WOW was our reactions too!) We are excited to welcome Amy to our team of tutors at Vanilla Ink The Smiddy for 2022. With her experience of travelling all over the world with her work in marine conservation and being based in the beautiful Scottish Highlands, Amy brings a unique perspective to her making. She loves nothing more than sharing her skills and insight with others.
DATES, TIMES AND EVERYTHING ELSE…
Four week course
Every Sunday from the 1st of May to the 22nd of May
1pm - 4pm
WE ARE A COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE. EVERY TIME YOU BUY A CLASS FROM VANILLA INK, THE PROFITS ARE INVESTED BACK INTO OUR ‘MAKING AS A FORM OF THERAPY’ PROGRAMME, WHICH ALLOWS US TO HELP OUT VULNERABLE, DISADVANTAGED AND/OR DESERVING PEOPLE BY GIVING THEM THE OPPORTUNITY THAT WOULD OTHERWISE NOT BE AVAILABLE TO THEM. WE BELIEVE EVERYONE SHOULD GET THE CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE JEWELLERY MAKING
<<For a full day of Sunday fun why not book both the Sunday Skills and Sunday Social Session. Enter SUNDAYFUNDAY at checkout and you’ll get 10% off both classes>>
Vanilla Ink The Smiddy
Old Market Place
Banff, AB45 1GE
All prices are inclusive of VAT
Students must be 16+ years
Good eyesight and hand dexterity is a must.
Please read our full Terms and Conditions before booking.