Jewellery Program - Modules 1, 2 and 3

Students will complete the Beginner Modules (Modules 1, 2, and 3). One module typically takes 32 hours to complete, which is equivalent to 8 classes.

* Module 1: Beginner exercises and foundational jewellery-making skills

* Module 2: Introduction to wax-working techniques

* Module 3: Introduction to basic stone-setting techniques

Students register for a session, and each session may include anywhere from 4 to 8 classes.

You begin with Module 1, and your class covers one module at a time. If you do not complete a module during a session, you simply continue where you left off when you register for the next session.

Students are encouraged to work at their own pace, allowing them the flexibility to develop their skills comfortably and thoroughly.

Module 1: Introduction to Tools and Basic Techniques

  • Exercise 1: The Tools : File, Trace, Saw, Measure, Drill, Anneal, Form, Solder

  • Exercise 2: Introduction to Rings: Fabrication of a Ring

  • Exercise 3: Introduction to Earrings: Fabrication of Dangle Earrings - Integration of texture into a piece of jewellery

  • Exercise 4: Introduction to Chains: Fabrication of a Chain using Repeated Forms and Soldered Rings

Module 2: Introduction to Lost Wax Techniques

  • Exercise 1: Carving a Ring in Wax

  • Exercise 2: Carving a Pendant in Wax

  • Projects made in wax will be taken to a casting specialist to be cast ( made into metal ). The casting specialist will charge a fee for the casting service plus the cost of the metal.

  • Continuation of basic techniques in metal with an emphasis on shaping, texturing, forming and joining metal through fabrication

  • Exercise 3: Symmetrical Stud Earrings

Module 3: Introduction to Gemstones and Setting Techniques

  • Exercise 1: Setting for a Round Cabochon Gemstone - Basic Bezel Setting - (Ring or Pendant)

  • Exercise 2: Setting for an Oval Cabochon Gemstone - Shoulder or Bearing Bezel - addition of an internal shelf or bearing. (Ring or Pendant)