Ring Making Experience – Traditional D-shape Ring

During this workshop you will make one traditional ring.

Approximate time: 2-3 hours

After a health and safety discussion, you will be introduced to the tools to be used and receive a demonstration on the various methods of silversmithing

You will learn

To cut a length of silver with a piercing saw

How to anneal the silver with a gas torch, allowing you to add shape and texture

Form the silver into a ring shape and size it to your finger

File the ends and edges of the silver ready for soldering

How to solder the join to create a continuous round ring shape

You will then polish your ring to a mirror finish ready to wear with pride!

Skills to be covered: