Ring Making Experience – Traditional D-shape Ring

During this workshop you will make one 4mm width traditional ring. There is the option to keep it plain or to add the glitter hammered or line hammered effect. A 6mm band width is also available.

Approximate time: 3 hours

Please note that if you don’t want to book a specific date then follow this link to book the workshop, you will then need to contact us to arrange a time

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!

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