MAKE-DAY Sea Glass Pendant [JULY]

MAKE-DAY: Sea Glass Pendant [JULY]

Date: Thursday 03 July, 2025

Start Time: 5pm

End Time: 8pm

Venue: FORGE

Join Fiona Dowling of Jewellery Moves for this beginner-friendly workshop and learn how to create your own stunning seaglass pendant. In just three hours, you’ll learn essential jewellery making techniques, including sawing, soldering, and bezel setting. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a beautiful, unique and handmade pendant.

Bringing your own seaglass? You’re welcome to bring your own pieces, however they must be no thicker than 4mm, no larger than 2cm in diameter, and have smooth edges. The tutor will assess suitability before you begin. Alternatively a selection of seaglass will also be available on the day.

Special discount to FORGE Friends, enter your code at checkout

What will I make?

You will make your own sea glass pendant, learning how to securely set your chosen piece in silver. The final result will be a unique and personal piece of jewellery.

What will I Learn?

This workshop is designed for beginners, covering fundamental skills such as:

Sawing and shaping silver

Soldering a bezel setting

Securing seaglass within the setting

Polishing and finishing your pendant

What will happen on the day?

The session will begin with an introduction to seaglass jewellery making, including an overview of materials and tools.

Your tutor will demonstrate each step, from cutting and shaping the metal to soldering and setting the seaglass. With hands-on support, you’ll work through each stage, refining your skills and bringing your design to life.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a completed pendant and the confidence to continue exploring the techniques independently.

What skills do I need?

Beginners

Perfect for those starting out or who have little to no experience.

What should I bring?

Reading glasses (if you need them!)

Pen & paper for taking notes

Your own piece of seaglass (optional)

Money or card payment if you wish to purchase a chain for your pendant

What should I wear?

Clothes: Casual and not too precious as they may get a bit dusty or damaged. Avoid long, loose fitting sleeves and anything that might catch or get caught whilst you are working.

Shoes: Casual flat shoes and no open toed sandals in case you drop a hammer or something hot on them!

Hair: Tie long hair back.

Who is my instructor?

Fiona Dowling is a jeweller with over 20 years of experience, holding a BA from Edinburgh College of Art and an MA from the Royal College of Art, London. Passionate about teaching, she runs workshops across Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Berkshire, sharing her expertise in jewellery making.

How do I get there?

See contact page for details on public transport and parking.

£90.00