{"product_id":"weekly-wednesday-afternoon-class-sep-dec","title":"Weekly Wednesday Afternoon Class [SEP - DEC]","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin our weekly jewellery class, where you’ll find a welcoming and supportive space to explore and refine your skills. Perfect for aspiring jewellers and silversmiths of all experience levels, this 10-week course offers the opportunity to work on personal projects under the expert guidance of a skilled tutor. Over ten 3-hour session, you will have plenty of time to focus, practice, and create in a relaxed and inspiring environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a complete beginner eager to learn the fundamentals or a more experienced maker looking to refine your skills, this course provides the perfect balance of hands-on learning, inspiration, and personalised feedback to help you achieve your creative goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in the FORGE workshop, you’ll be surrounded by an ever-changing display of inspirational jewellery from our monthly showcases, designed to spark new ideas and encourage your creative journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eMaterials are not included and can be purchased as needed throughout the course. Your tutor will provide guidance on what materials to buy based on your projects.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEvery Wednesday | Starting Wednesday 16 September | 10 weeks\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be no workshop on October 28th due to half term break. There will also be no workshop on November 25th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will I make?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou’ll design and create your own unique jewellery pieces, working on your own designs or from projects set by the tutor. With their guidance, you’ll apply the skills learned during the course to bring your creative ideas to life. Projects can include rings, pendants, earrings, or bracelets—tailored to your interests and skill level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will I learn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the course of the 10 weeks, you’ll build a strong foundation in jewellery making while developing confidence in both technical skills and creative decision-making. Learning is tailored to your experience level and personal projects, with guidance and feedback throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll learn how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse core jewellery tools and equipment safely and effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply essential jewellery-making techniques, including piercing, soldering, annealing, filing, texturing, roll-milling, forming, doming, and polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTranslate your ideas into wearable jewellery, from initial concept through to finished piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand basic construction methods and problem-solving approaches in jewellery making, helping you choose appropriate techniques and processes for your design ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork more independently \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eand confidently on personal projects, with growing technical control\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning is tailored to your experience level, allowing beginners to gain solid fundamentals while more experienced makers can deepen and refine their skills. By the end of the course, you’ll have a clearer understanding of jewellery processes, stronger practical skills, and greater confidence in developing and realising your own jewellery designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will happen during the workshop?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross ten weekly sessions, you’ll explore a wide range of fundamental jewellery-making techniques, gaining essential technical skills and growing in creative confidence. You’ll work in a relaxed and supportive studio environment with expert tutor guidance, combining demonstrations, hands-on making, and one-to-one support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach class will include short demonstrations as needed, followed by focused making time where you’ll work on your own projects at your own pace. Your tutor will introduce techniques relevant to the group’s projects, demonstrate key processes, and support you as you apply them directly to your work. Most of each session is dedicated to making, with time for discussion, feedback, and troubleshooting throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour tutor will also help you plan your projects, refine your ideas, and solve practical challenges as they arise. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, learn from others in the group, and develop your work week by week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach week builds on the last, so you progress at your own pace, gaining momentum and confidence while developing a clearer understanding of your own making process. Whether your goal is to pursue jewellery making as a hobby or take steps toward a professional career, this course offers the tools, techniques, and support to help you succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat skills do I need?\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 8415fd2a-afa0-4c7e-bb16-b7e9e4189a3d --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll levels: \u003c\/strong\u003eWorkshops that are designed to be flexible and accommodate all skill levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I bring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Materials are not included in the course and will need to be purchased beforehand. Your tutor can guide you on what to buy based on your project ideas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’re already working on a piece and would like guidance or advice, feel free to bring it along.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading glasses (if you need them!) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotebook and pen (to take notes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApron to protect clothes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I wear? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClothes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Casual flat shoes and no open toed sandals in case you drop a tool or something hot on them!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie long hair back. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is my teacher?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnie Ruthven-Taggart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince training at Central St Martins and then Sir John Cass Faculty at London Met in 1995, Annie has been working as a freelance jeweller and designer ever since, establishing Artgems Jewellery in the same year. In addition, Annie has over 20 years experience, teaching jewellery making to adults of all ages and abilities. She very much enjoys teaching those who are completely new to the craft as well as honing and advancing skills in those who already have some expertise. Teaching an approach to design development she considers as important as practical jewellery making skills and the two are very much taught in tandem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get there? \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFORGE 59 Leather Lane, London EC1N 7TJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Page\" href=\"https:\/\/theforgespace.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e page for details on public transport and parking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I book?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eTo book your workshop, simply add the number of spaces you'd like and click \u003cstrong data-end=\"227\" data-start=\"210\"\u003eAdd to Cart\u003c\/strong\u003e, then click on the basket icon in the top right corner to proceed to checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eDiscount codes can be applied at checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"310\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE PROVIDE BOTH EMAIL \u0026amp; PHONE NUMBER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"310\"\u003ePlease remember to provide your email address and phone number. We use this information only to confirm your booking, share details about the day, and contact you if any issues arise. Your contact details will not be used for marketing purposes unless you choose to opt in by ticking the box to receive updates from us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Workshop material costs are based on metal prices at the time of organising each session. Due to continual fluctuations in precious metal markets, there may be a small increase in the price of materials. If this occurs, we will contact you prior to the workshop to confirm the difference, which can be settled on the day by card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccessibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMost of this workshop takes place at street level in our showroom, which is step-free and accessible. Some specialist equipment is located in our lower-level workshop, which can only be accessed via stairs, as the building does not have lift access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you have any access requirements, please contact us before booking so we can advise and discuss suitability and any adjustments we can make to accommodate you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amanda Mansell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63815028474233,"sku":null,"price":520.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/8952\/5680\/files\/Annie_R-T_Bench_shot.jpg?v=1772713664","url":"https:\/\/theforgespace.com\/products\/weekly-wednesday-afternoon-class-sep-dec","provider":"FORGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}