Six Free Online Jewellery Making Courses To Try This Summer
It is summer here in the UK (maybe!) and to celebrate, I’m sharing six free online jewellery making courses (and one free download!) for you to try. There’s something for everyone, from silver to beading, from beginner to advanced level. Take a look to find your next creative project.
free Silver jewellery courses
Silver Jewellery Making for Absolute Beginners
If you are a beginner I have just the thing for you. This Silver Jewellery Making for Absolute Beginners course takes you through some beginners projects including making a bar necklace and simple stacking rings. There is also a video that shows you the tools you will need.
If you want to practice your sawing and filing fundamental skills then this Sun, Moon and Stars Celestial Piercing Templates download is for you. With templates suitable for beginners to more challenging designs for advanced learners, this is a great way to have fun while you learn.
2. Stacking Silver Bangles
If you’re more advanced and ready for your next challenge, check out the Stacking Silver Bangles course.
3. Make a Domed Locket
For advanced learners, is it time to Make a Domed Locket? Covering how to make a hinge and clasp, this course will teach you lots of new skills
wax carving
Wax carving is a traditional technique where wax is carved, similar to the way a sculptor carves stone. The design is carved in the wax and then sent to a caster to be cast into whatever metal you want. Give this a try with this Make a Wax Signet Ring course.
metal clay
5. Make a Silver Name Necklace
If you’re curious about how silver clay works, why not try Make a Silver Name Necklace? This course covers how to work with silver clay, stamp letters and set fireable gemstones. No kiln is required, a cooks torch will do to make hallmark quality silver jewellery.
Gemstone and wire jewellery
6. Intro to gemstone and wire jewellery
If you fancy getting some colour into your summer, check out the Intro to Gemstone and Wire Jewellery. You need very few tools to get started with working with gemstone beads and wire and the finished jewellery is so fun to wear.
Whichever course you choose, you’re bound to enjoy the creative challenge. I’d love to see what you make so do share in the Jewellers Academy Facebook group or tag @jewellersacademy on Instagram with your makes.