Jewellery & Silversmithing Courses

Obtain some essential practical tips of the trade for the successful use of Argentium Silver in Jewellery. Find out more about the properties of Argentium Silver. Make an enquiry >

OPTION FOR ONLINE TUITION Learn how to design using this popular software used by Jewellery Designers to design and make Jewellery using CAD. Read more >

OPTION FOR ONLINE TUITION A course designed for CAD Beginners. With step-by-step tutor guidance, learn how to design jewellery using computer aided design (CAD) Read more >

OPTIN FOR ONLINE TUITION Rhino & Gold, Matrix, Solidworks and more. Request tailored content to suit and obtain invaluable CAD tips for successfully manufacturing your designs or obtain technical help for a design project. Read more >

Before committing to an expensive purchase try out your chosen software with unbiased tutor guidance. Several software options to choose from. Read more >

Discover how computers can be used to design and create sculptural models. Essential for artists & creatives who wish to replicate models. Read more >

OPTION FOR ONLINE TUITION Learn the basic principles of 3D printing (Additive Manufacturing) and what part it plays in creating Jewellery product. Read more >

Explore 2 Shapes Software designed specifically to aid Jewellery Retailers in the real-time design environment. Read more...

. An introduction to the intuitive conceiving of paper 3D shapes that have the potential to form your future contemporary jewellery. Read more...

. Explore the art of decorative colouring and pattern making on anodised aluminium. (Tutor image) Make an enquiry >

. Explore the possibilities for Cold Connections and discover the options for uniting a wide range of components or materials. Read more >

. Learn many tips and hints for simple organic casting on this one day course.Tutor image. Read more>

OPTION FOR 1:1 ONLINE TUITION A one day Introduction to the basic techniques for drawing Jewellery and make your designs come alive on paper. Obtain the drawing methods needed to produce a design drawing/sketch. Read more >

OPTION FOR 1:1 ONLINE TUITION 2 Days of private tuition delivered as 4x 3 Hour sessions. An Intensive introduction to techniques for generating ideas and the process of design and sketchbook illustration for jewellery designs. Read more >

ONLINE TUITION OPTION . An ideal course for those who lack confidence in their drawing techniques and wish to learn the basics for designing, drawing or painting. Taught by an experienced artist. Make an enquiry >

. Explore techniques such as rolling, etching and mark making to add an interesting textural dimension to your work or extend design options for commercial Jewellery lines. Read more >

Refine your Jewellery by learning techniques for creating effective and elegant original mounts to hold gemstones. Obtain many tips of the trade from an experienced Diamond Mounter. Read more >

Add a narrative to your jewellery and discover how acid etching and other types of metal patination can tell your story. Also learn methods for creating a patina on silver.Tutor image. Make an enquiry >

Learn the basic techniques for adding gorgeous colour to your work with vitreous enamel using a kiln. A day of discovery about possibilities.Tutor image Read more >

Refine your existing enamelling techniques and learn about more complex techniques such as Champleve, Baisse-Taille, Cloisonne etc and how they could be used for your work. Tutor image Read more >

A practical course of tailored content where you can consult with an Enamelling specialist and obtain help with technical issues or work on aspects of a special project. Tutor image Read more >

Discover how to use hammers to create synclastic & anticlastic free flowing natural 3D shapes for jewellery. Read more >

Learn the basics of the Silversmithing Technique of Foldforming, made famous by Charles Lewton-Brain. Add three dimension to your work, without any soldering. Tutor image Read more >

Take a day to explore the ancient technique of Granulation. A method which adds exquisite tiny granules of precious metal to your work.Tutor image Read more >

GEMMOLOGY COURSE SERIES Over 10 courses of private tuition to choose from for learning more about Diamonds & Gemstones. Includes Gem-A part-time Gemmology courses. << SEE ALL COURSES >>

COURSE SERIES | Modern | Art Deco | Art Nouveau | Victorian | Edwardian | Georgian | Renaissance | Medieval | Ancient Choose 1 or 2 of your favourite historical periods to explore with a Jewellery Historian and practising Goldsmith. << SEE ALL COURSES >>

Obtain the basic principles of Hand Engraving or gain some invaluable Tips of the Trade from an expert Engraver. Read more >

1-Day Course | Suitable for all On this introduction to Jewellery Design you will learn how to design jewellery and explore the methods used by professional Jewellers for creating original jewellery design ideas and how to develop ideas/concepts into a real Jewellery Design. Location: Online or Various UK Read more>

Obtain tips of the trade for making the most of exhibition opportunities like IJL. Be ready to use a show opportunity to increase the growth & profit of your jewellery business. Location: Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Read more...

3 Hour Mini Consultancy Obtain expert help from an industry specialist on how to make business changes for the better. Location: Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Read more...

3 Hour Mini Consultancy Obtain many hints and tips for buying wholesale at UK or European Trade Fairs. Location: Nottinghamshire

Translating a trend into a commercial jewellery design could improve your sales potential. Discover how to spot and exploit trends Location: Various Tutor image

This one day introductory course for Jewellery Making beginners is designed to introduce you to the tools and practical techniques used to make a simple piece of silver jewellery. Read more...

Learn how to create beautiful images with your smart phone & photoshop perfect for use on Digital/Social Media or your website. Read more...

Refine your making skills or add techniques such as fabricating hinges or clasps to your repertoire. Ask for Tips of the Trade and get advice on troublesome technical issues. Location: Various Read more...

Refine your repair skills, or get help with problematic areas such as ring sizing or claw tipping. * Not suitable for Jewellery Beginners Read more...

Create an effective costing and pricing processes for increasing the profitability potential of your jewellery business. Read more...

Discover the korean technique of adding sumptuous gold foil to silver jewellery. Tutor image. Read more...

Learn how to design specifically for laser cutting and see how your designs are produced by laser technology on acrylic or plywood. Explore sublimation on acrylic. Read more...

Obtain expert tips of the trade to help you reduce making time & costs, for models in metal whilst maintaining quality and design characteristics required for commercial jewellery. Read more...

Learn more about fascinating Minerals & Crystals, beautiful rocks & stones not necessarily given gemstone status whose iridescent colours or unique surface patterns attract jewellers enthusiasts & collectors. Location: Coventry Read more...

3 Hour Consultancy Get help from an industry expert and create a tailored plan for launching/marketing your new jewellery designs. Location: Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Read more...

3 Hour Mini Consultancy Find out how to effectively engage with those who have the power to give you access into a genuine jewellery sales environment. Location: Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Read more...

Marketing for Success Jewellery Retailers can obtain expert help to create a relevant plan for promoting their online or bricks and mortar business. Location: Birmingham Jewellery Quarter or In-house option. Read more...

Learn Pearl and Bead threading and knotting; how to add clasps to your work and tips for obtaining a professional finish to your Necklaces or Bracelets. Any level Location: Birmingham, London or Oxfordshire

Obtain some invaluable Tips of the Trade on rhodium plating from a trade specialist. Make an enquiry

<< An Introduction >> Learn how to handle, store, mould, texture, torch, kiln fire and finish Precious Metal Clay to create Fine Silver Jewellery. Tutor Image

<<Beads/Hollow Forms >> This 1-day course will show you the basic techniques for creating your own fabulously original beads and hollow forms from PMC. Tutor Image

<< Adding Colour >> Learn a variety of different ways to add colour to PMC & Art Clay by using Enamel, Paints and Ink. Tutor image

Stonesetting Techniques Learn how to add stones to PMC by using Cabochon (Rub over) stonesetting techniques. Tutor image.

Learn more about the process of Mould Making, Mould Cutting and Wax Injection. Obtain some tips on how to expertly retrieve your wax models, along with some time saving tips of the trade. Location: Nottinghamshire only

Mini 3 Hour Course . Learn more about the metallurgy of noble metals; Silver, Gold and Platinum; Trade tips of Alloys. Tailor to suit. Location: Central London & ONLINE Read more...

Learn essential hints & tips for polishing jewellery to retail standard. Location: Various Read more...

Masterclass Obtain many 'Tips of the Trade' from Trade Master Polisher Stephen M Goldsmith Location: Kent only Read more...

Obtain some essential trade tips for successfully using a PUK Spot Welder in Jewellery fabrication, manufacture and repairs. Location: Birmingham JQ only

Watch Cases & Bracelets Learn skills and techniques from a master Goldsmith specialises in precious metal watch case and bracelet construction and repair. Read more...

Obtain some invaluable Tips of the Trade on rhodium plating from a trade specialist. Make an enquiry

Learn how to add a variety of glorious colours to your jewellery or use resin as a means to capture small items or tokens such as ; Flowers, Images, Textiles, Print/Illustrations; Written word; Special colour effects, & Small Memorial items. Read more >

Obtain some Tips of the Trade to improve your Silversmithing techniques or learn a few basic skills such as raising, blocking and planishing. Location: Derbyshire & Middlesborough only Tutor image

Explore the Art of holloware Metal Spinning or obtain Tips of the Trade from a Master Spinner and Silversmith. Read more...

Introduction Learn one or two basic techniques of stonesetting eg Rub-over (bezel) or Claw to get started and develop skills. Read more...

Setting Awkward Shaped Stones. Learn essential techniques for setting a variety of shaped stones. Read more...

Tips of the Trade Get expert advice for troublesome setting issues from an experienced trade stonesetter. Read more...

Bezel Setting Essential Tips. Get invaluable tips for improving your bezel setting techniques and work more efficiently. Read more...

Introduction to Pave Micro Setting An Introduction to Pave Micro Setting techniques using a Microscope. Read more...

Introduction to Lapidary A course for beginners designed to introduce you to the methods & equipment used for carving stone/minerals. Location: West Sussex Read more...

1-Day Introduction Learn techniques for carving interesting shaped cabochon stones. Suitable for beginners. Location: West Sussex Read more...

For Beginners | Learn practical techniques for making Soutache embroidered jewellery, such as needlework, braiding & adding beads etc Location: Birmingham only Read more...

Gain confidence and learn many time-saving tips for a precise, clean professional soldering joins. Suitable for beginners. - Various Locations Read more...