Private class

Join me in my jewellery studio for a private, hands-on workshop where you’ll make your piece of jewellery. This experience is about slowing down, working together, and marking an important moment with something meaningful and lasting with mairi in her home studio in Rural Northern Ireland. No previous jewellery-making experience is required.

The Experience

This can be a one-to-one workshop or can be booked for up to 6 people. We can discuss in advance what you would like to make and whats achieveable in the timescale and budget. Mairi will guide you gently through the process of making using traditional hand tools at the bench. You’ll learn how to:

  • Measure and size in metal

  • Form and shape your chosen metal (excluding platinum)

  • Solder and refine each ring

  • File, sand, and polish to a beautiful finish

Materials & Options

Pieces can be made in:

  • 9ct & 18ct Yellow and white gold.

  • Fairmined gold -can be made in silver at the class and then sent off for casting in fairmined gold in 9,14,18ct.

  • Sterling silver

  • Platinum - can be made in silver at the class and then sent off for casting in platinum.

During the workshop, you can choose to:

  • Vary widths and profiles

  • Add a hammered or organic texture

  • Include a polished or satin finish - we recommend polish as matte finishes do not last.

  • Stamp initials, names, or dates inside the bands

If you have something specific in mind, we’ll discuss all options in advance of your workshop.

Duration

This will depend on exactly what you would like to do. It can be booked as a full weekend or just a couple of hours.

Location

Workshops take place in my home jewellery studio near Kilrea, Northern Ireland. Full details will be shared once your booking is confirmed.

Booking & Next Steps

The session starts from £450. The £450 includes an allowance for making some things in silver but prices will vary on how many people and what we are making. Additional costs for gold and platinum options and any additional engravings will be discussed and costed in advance. All materials will be purchased to order and can’t be changed during the class. Hallmarking is recommended for anything made in gold so do allow an additional couple of weeks for this. We recommend you make your piece 8-12 weeks before you plan to gift or wear what you have made.

Please get in touch to discuss your ideas and receive a tailored quote.