Description
6 Week Wax Carving Jewellery Course with Aimee Winstone at Hillside Studios
Due to Covid 19 social distancing, it is currently limited to just 4 students. If guidelines change I may increase class numbers so if you would like to join the waiting list for this course please get in touch.
Come and join Aimee at Hillside Studios for a relaxed creative 6 evenings of jewellery making. In the 6 sessions, you’ll learn 3 different processes working with wax, with time to create your chosen design in the company of lovely creatives, amateur makers and keens crafters just like you. The course will be limited to 3 people due to coronavirus distancing recommendations so there will be plenty of attention and time to ask questions throughout the course.
The 6 Day Wax Carving Course is suitable for crafters of all abilities, from absolute beginners to those with some knowledge of silversmithing. There will be a chance to have your wax carvings cast in your chosen metal or simply spend your time perfecting your wax carvings. If you have any questions or want to make sure this is the creative session for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by sending an email or DM.
The course will cover
-Creating to a size and weight
-Creating a stone setting
-Creating using the building up process
-Creating using the cast in place technique (setting stones into wax before casting)
-freestyle time
Materials
The price of this workshop includes the use of all tools, wax and cubic zirconia stones (CZ’s).
If you choose, silver will be charged at £2.70 a gram so that you can create your own stunning one-of-a-kind ring, pendant or earrings. For anyone simply looking for experience in wax carving may choose not to have their pieces cast.
As a guide, a very heavy silver ring could weigh 18 grams. Your wax will be weighed and a cost will be calculated at the end of the first session.
The cast in place process is perfect for ruby’s, sapphires, cubic zirconias and diamonds under 3mm. We will be working with cz’s but you are welcome to bring your own stones.
You’ll take home your original creations, plus worksheets allowing you to continue your new hobby in the comfort of your own home with the knowledge of how to create more pieces with a basic toolkit.
Agenda
6 Evening Wax Carving Workshop is a relaxed and informal session learning the following techniques:
-Creating to a size and weight
-Creating a stone setting
-Creating using the building up process
-Creating using the cast in place technique (setting stones into wax before casting)
The tasks will include:
Carving a starfish or organic shape using all of the tools available to wax carving
Making a signet ring or a piece of jewellery using measurements or target weight in mind
Carving a bezel setting
Making a piece using the cast in place or cast not set process (setting stones into wax before casting)
2 weeks will be used as freestyle time
An information pack will be included with in-depth information on the techniques available to wax carving and the theory of lost wax casting.
Unfortunately, this workshop does not include the lost wax casting process.
Refreshments
You can enjoy a small selection of teas, coffee and cold drinks during the workshop. I will also have biscuits or snacks to treat ourselves with. During the Corona Virus pandemic no drinks will be on offer, please bring your own.
If you have any dietary requirements, please get in touch before booking to make sure these can be accommodated.
About the host
Aimee Winstone is a jeweller based in Bristol. Outside of running expert jewellery making workshops, you’ll find Aimee in her studio creating original designs running her successful business making commission based fine jewellery in silver gold and platinum.
You can find Aimee on social media via @aimeewinstonejewellery or check out the original creations via Aimee’s Gallery www.aimeewinstone.com.
About Hillside Studios
Hillside Studios is a lovely rural studio located minutes from the Cribbs Causeway M5 junction, Bristol. This creative venue supports 7 craftspeople, including pottery, stone masonry and painting.
Accessibility
Hillside Studios is located on gravelled farmland with steps to each studio, unfortunately, some people with mobility problems may find difficulty navigating the area. For this reason, there has no step-free access available.
Transport
Car: Hillside Studios is located not far from Wild Place Zoo, Easter Compton, Bristol, having your own transport is the best way to get there. There is plenty of free parking on site.
Cycling: Hillside Studios is on the National Cycle Route 410.
Buses: This is a trickier option. You can catch the number 1 and 2 buses from Central Bristol to Catbrain Lane, Cribbs Causeway. Click here for timetable info. From the bus stop, it is then a 30-minute pedestrian route, part of this walk is along country roads without pavements.
Buses 625 and 924 offer a closer service to Hillside Studios.
When using a sat nav enter the postcode BS35 5RU, this will take you to the Rectory next door. Hillside Studios has a yellow no parking sign outside, the second gate will be open for you.
If you have any questions about the workshop or venue, you can contact Aimee can jewellery@aimeewinstone.com.
Cancellations & Refunds
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone this workshop. In cases of unforeseeable circumstances like extreme weather, we will give as much notice as possible. If the event is cancelled or postponed due to low ticket sales, we will give a minimum of 2 days notice.
In either case, anyone who was purchased will be offered a full refund and/or a ticket to a future event.
Refunds can only be offered with a minimum of 14 days notice.
Liz –
Fantastic course. Aimee’s a great teacher, all of us learned such a lot and left with pieces we were really pleased with. The Covid arrangements made us feel completely safe. Highly recommended!
Liz (verified owner) –
Just finished the 6 week course with Aimee. Great course, excellent teaching and a lovely atmosphere. I was delighted with what I made and would highly recommend Aimee as a teacher.