On this 1-day informal and fun course the emphasis is on making a personal beautiful necklace or bracelet using traditional pearl stringing and knotting techniques using silk and fine cord.

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• Have a fun enjoyable day being creative with pearl and beads. 

 

• Learn from experienced Jewellers who has kindly agreed to share their skills and experience with you.

 

• Step-by-step private tuition in the Jewellery tutors own workshop.

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With step-by-step tutor guidance you will choose from a small range of beads/pearls and clasps to create one or two piece of jewellery of your own design.

 

If you wish you may bring some of your own stones/beads/ pearls, small mementos or clasps that you would like to incorporate into a design.

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Learn many bead jewellery design tips from Tutor Nobuko, a contemporary jeweller who combines precious metals with beads and pearls to make beautiful necklaces. Depending on your progress you may make more than one necklace on the day.

You’ll discover;

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• How to choose the correct sizes and shapes of beads/pearls for balance

• Considering colour combinations

• Learn techniques for creating the correct space and tension between beads

• How to choose and add a clasp to your Jewellery for a professional finish

 

• Simple ways for adding sterling silver into your designs (Optional)

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A basic selection of beads and findings are included in the course fee, however the tutor has treasure trove of additional pearls, beads and findings and you may make additional purchases (optional) to use on the day or take away for later practise.

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A creative and fun course suitable for everyone