Jewellery Making. Day Course

About this course: 

This is an introductory course to jewellery making and fine metalworking using recycled or reclaimed materials and found objects.

Multimedia Artist and Maker Arthur Scott will lead you through creating your own accessories and curios, incorporating your small found objects. These could be sea glass, semi-precious gemstones, or even a nut or bolt you found at the side of the road.

You will learn a variety of traditional techniques and use whichever ones you need to bend, solder, or peen recycled copper or brass into your desired piece.

You will also encounter unique and beautiful items from Derby Museums’ collections to inspire your own creations.

When does this course take place?

This is a day course running 10am-3pm on Sunday 21st May.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for complete beginners, as well as those with some jewellery or metalworking experience or who want to refresh their skills. All levels of experience are welcome!

Participants must be aged 18 years and over.

The course is limited to a maximum of six people to ensure participants are fully supported.

Do I need to bring anything?

All materials, tools, equipment and aprons will be provided. However, we encourage you to bring any small items you would like to incorporate into your jewellery, as well as any photos or drawings you would like to use as inspiration.

Please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and closed-toe shoes.

Lunch is available to purchase from the River Kitchen at the Museum of Making or various eateries and shops in the city centre.

How to book:

Tickets are priced at £65 per person. Derby Museums Friends & Members are eligible for 10% discount.

Working safely?

If you have any concerns or specific requirements regarding attending this course please feel free to get in touch with us by emailing info@derbymuseums.org

Course Booking Terms and Conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until two days before the scheduled start date. In the event that Derby Museums needs to cancel a workshop, your ticket will be refunded in full.