Silver bangle with charm

Silver bangle with charm

Spend a morning or afternoon at The Studio learning the traditional art of silversmithing to create your own silver bangle. In this half-day workshop, you will work with sterling silver to forge a beautiful, organic-shaped bangle, finished with a handmade charm that you have designed yourself.

This workshop is a great introduction to working with sterling silver. You will be guided through each stage of the process, from measuring and soldering to the satisfying work of shaping the metal with a hammer to create a piece that fits you perfectly.

What to Expect

This is a practical, energetic workshop that introduces you to the essential tools of the silversmith’s bench. I’ll take you through each stage of making the bangle:

• Sizing and soldering: You will work out what size you need before cutting your silver and joining it using a specialist torch.
• Forging and shaping: You will use a variety of hammers to forge the silver, turning a simple circle into an organic shape.
• Designing the charm: You will decide on the style of your charm—perhaps a textured disc or a hand-stamped shape.
• Metal texturing: You will explore different ways to add a texture to your silver, such as using the rolling mill, hammers or metal stamps for a personalised finish.

What’s Included

The workshop fee covers all the professional equipment and guidance needed to complete your jewellery.

• Materials: Enough sterling silver wire to create one complete bangle and its charm.
• Tools and equipment: Full use of The Studio workshop, including torches, rolling mill, mandrels, and specialist hammers.
• Safety equipment: I provide aprons and safety glasses for use during the workshop.
• Consumables: Solder, flux, jump rings to attach your charm, and all polishing compounds required to finish your piece.
• Tuition: Personalised, step-by-step instruction in a small group setting.
• Refreshments: Plenty of drinks and homemade cake to keep you going!

Please note: If you work quickly and wish to make a second ‘stacker’ bangle, extra silver will be available to purchase on the day.

What to Bring

I recommend you bring the following:

• A notebook and pen: To record your measurements and sketch out your charm designs.
• Your own safety gear: I have aprons available, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
• Hair tie: Important for keeping long hair safely back while using the torches.
• Footwear: You should wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops). 

What you will take home

• Your handmade bangle: A solid sterling silver bangle and charm, forged and polished by your own hands to your exact size.
• Foundational smithing skills: Real-world experience of soldering and hammering metal, giving you a lovely insight into how traditional jewellery is made.
• A sense of achievement: There is a unique pride in wearing something you have hammered and shaped yourself from a plain piece of wire.
• A creative boost: Many find the rhythmic nature of hammering and the focus required for soldering to be a great way to clear the mind and de-stress.
• New friendships: A chance to chat and create alongside others in a supportive, creative environment in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales.

When            Friday 8^th May

Duration        Half Day (3 hours)

Price             £80

Skill Level      Beginner / No experience required.

Materials       Sterling silver

Take Home    A silver bangle with silver charm