Make two sterling silver bangles in this workshop each with a semi precious gemstone attached. Participants will work with sterling silver half round silver wire to solder a fabricated silver cup to each and shape the two silver bangles, using a mandrel and mallet, soldering the ends to create a seamless join.
Tutor Frances, will guide you through creating your bangles using basic silversmithing techniques; soldering, filing, sanding and polishing.
Personalise the designs by hammering texture or stamp initials and symbols.
Choose a gemstone from a variety of 10 mm semi precious stones, such as malachite, amethyst, agate, rose quartz, ruby zoisite and many more stones.
The result is your own unique bangles to treasure.
This activity uses butane gas powered, hand held torches which are simple and easy to use on small jewellery pieces. Participants will receive an email with instructions on simple silver soldering and safety in the studio.
Please tie long hair back, wear covered shoes and bring a water bottle.
Eye protection is supplied and must be worn, or bring your glasses if you have them.
______________________________
Level: All skill levels (18 years plus)
Tutor: Frances Ricketts
Dates and Times:
Saturday 10th October 2026 | 9am to 1:30pm.
Ticket Price: Members: $188 | Non Members: $205
Materials / attendance requirements:
- All participants must wear enclosed shoes.
- Bring a water bottle
______________________________
Terms and Conditions:
Minimum class size 5, maximum 7.
Class subject to cancellation due to insufficient bookings. If a class is cancelled for this reason, a full refund will be issued.
Cancellations with full refund can be made up until 2 weeks prior to workshop commencement, however individual classes will not be refunded due to nonattendance.
By attending workshops, the attendee confirms they agree to the workshop disclaimer found on the primary workshop page.
Tactile Arts members can access their workshop discount by entering GEMSTONEBANGLES into the discount code field at the checkout. We cannot issue partial refunds for purchases so ensure you use discount code at checkout if eligible