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Our design led jewellery making courses and workshops are based in Lancashire. Normally we take a maximum of 10 people on a course. The Venues in Lancaster can take 10 people, Morecambe venues can take 7 people.
Next course:
Please see course bookings for the next date(s).
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Basic introductory course
The course lasts up to 3 hours. Price per course will vary between £30 to £35 pounds depending on materials used. Please see course bookings for details.
A wide selection of beads and findings are included in the price. Semi-precious gemstones and precious metals are not used in this course.
The object of the course is to design and make your own piece of wearable jewellery.
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This starts with a guide to basic bead stringing, the types of thread, the handle and hang of each type and where it is suitable to use them. This is followed by an introduction to the most useful findings and when and where to use them. You will be encouraged to handle each item shown, and will be given individual help.
Basic tools and techniques will be shown, explained and demonstrated.
You will then be invited to choose your beads etc and we will discuss some basic design ideas. You will be encouraged to start experimenting with your selection. Whenever necessary please ask for help with any aspect of jewellery making or design.
You will have the opportunity to make either a necklace, bracelet, anklet or earrings. Should you finish and there is time, you may choose to make a second different piece of jewellery.
Examples of our own personal jewellery will be available to handle and discuss, and a limited amount
of our finished jewellery will be on sale.
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More challenging course
The course lasts up to 3 hours. Price per course will vary dependant on the semi-precious materials and components used. Please see course bookings for details.
This course is for those who have some experience of beading and would like to design a matching set of items, or make a more intricate piece of jewellery.
Semi-precious gemstones and pearls will be provided to use in conjunction with other materials and findings
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If you want special feature gemstones and beads for your design, we will have a selection with us
which you will be able to purchase.
The course will entail a guide to threads and their most effective use, a wider range of tools, some more intricate findings and dealing with knotting and other useful techniques. We will also deal
with neat finishing of your piece. Wirework will not be dealt with in this course.
Design ideas and scaling your pieces will be discussed. The course will last up to 3 hours.
Examples of our own personal jewellery will be available to handle and discuss, and a limited amount of our finished jewellery will be on sale.
If there is anything you are particularly interested in making or learning about please discuss this with us at booking time. If you would like us to bring some sterling silver or gold beads or findings please notify us.
Safety notes ... Please be aware:-
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that whilst every care will be taken to ensure your safety including, being shown how to properly use the tools and findings, customers take the course at their own risk. Your statutory rights are not affected.
- that because jewellery-making uses small parts and many of the tools are sharp, including strong cutters, adult courses are not suitable for children.
- that for safety reasons no alcohol is allowed on the course venue. We refuse the right to participate in the course to anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Other course opportunities
If you have a group that would like a course or courses please contact us for details. Although based in Lancashire we may be able to accommodate other areas by prior arrangment.
Themed courses are possible, and courses for special occasions. Please read the safety notes above before arranging a
course.
If you want a course for more than 10 people, we may be able to accommodate this by prior arrangement. As extra staff will be needed the price may be greater.
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Courses for Children
Children over 10 years may be catered for, provided a resposible adult accompanies the child and remains in attendance. The child must be able to concentrate for a considerable time, and have manual dexterity. Please read the safety notes above before arranging a
course.
Group Courses
In addition for groups of children or young people at least 2 responsible adults must be in attendance
all the time, both to help and to satisfy the requirements of The Child Protection Act.
For safety reasons only limited tools will be available. Please contact us to discuss this option, but please check the safety notes above before arranging a
course.
For more details and prices please email us at: courses@designed-4-you.co.uk.
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