Private tuition

Jewellery in a Day Private Workshop

£550.00

Book a private jewellery workshop and create your own piece of jewellery ‘in a day’ at Orchard Workshop in Kingswood, Bristol. Be inspired by a wide range of samples and techniques or contact us in advance to plan your dream design.  Enjoy 1-1 tuition or book a private workshop for your friends and family.
All abilities

Our most popular sessions! Jewellery in a Day is the perfect choice for beginners and those at the start of their jewellery making journey. These sessions will enable you to create a lovely piece of jewellery ‘in a day’, inspired by a wide range of samples and techniques. You will learn to measure, cut, texture and form metal, then solder it all together and include embellishments such as pre-cut shapes or a gemstone. These sessions can be booked online for up to 5 participants and larger groups can be hosted upon request.

What to Expect

  • One to one Tuition just for you - or a private session for your group
  • Opportunity to discuss ideas in advance or be inspired by a large range of samples on the day
  • Advice on how to make ideas achievable based on time and experience
  • Tailored tuition to suit your learning style and needs
  • Time for questions throughout the session
  • A beautiful piece of jewellery, truly made by yourself

Please note: The studio is a large space and may be in use by our other tutors and makers. Please be reassured that you will receive dedicated tuition throughout your session.

At Orchard Workshop we are committed to providing an inclusive environment where all individuals can work comfortably and productively. We recognise that people are diverse and have varying needs and are happy to make reasonable adjustments, this includes dedicated quiet spaces, adjustable equipment, and flexible sessions. We want to ensure our facilities are welcoming to people of all abilities and sensory processing profiles and if you are unsure please contact us to discuss.

Your tutor

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Kim Thomson
Lead Tutor & Mentor at Orchard Jewellery Workshop
With over 2 decades experience as a jewellery tutor, Kim strives to make all classes as inclusive and empowering as possible

Skills we'll cover

Our Private Tuition sessions are relaxed, friendly and truly tailored to your aims and interests. You will have the chance to:

  • Learn the fundamental jewellery making skills
  • Be inspired by a large selection of sample jewellery
  • Learn how to use the tools required in a confident and safe manner
  • Learn how to size and form your jewellery accurately
  • Learn how to solder jewellery with a blowtorch
  • Learn casting techniques such as sand, cuttlefish and organic
  • Learn a range of stone setting techniques such as bezel, tube, flush, collet or basic claw settings
  • Learn polishing & finishing techniques
  • There is also plenty of time for Q&A

Materials included

A huge range of materials are included in the workshop price and most pieces of jewellery are achievable without any additional charge.

A wide selection of gemstones will be available to choose from.

If you wish to create something particularly large from sterling silver, such as a chunky bangle, cuff, statement earrings or pendant there will be an additional 'cost price' charge, but we will always advise you of this in advance and offer alternatives so there are never any surprises.

It is often possible to create larger items from 'pure copper', 'golden brass' and 'rosy bronze' without any additional cost.

Please note: We do not keep gold in stock. Gold is ordered in on a project by project basis due to the high cost of the raw material. If you would like to work in gold or have your own gold you wish to remodel, please check out our Technical Tuition sessions. Due to contamination issues we do not work with platinum/palladium or alternative metals such as titanium.

 

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Very important info

Payments are accepted exclusively via our website booking system or payment plans using debit, credit cards or PayPal.

Once your payment is received, you will receive a confirmation email containing:

  • Your booking confirmation
  • Workshop details and venue address
  • A copy of these Terms of Booking

Prices are listed for each session type and, unless otherwise specified, include tuition, use of the studio, tools, and materials listed at booking.

If you wish to work with specific or specialist materials (e.g., gemstones, gold, specific shape or size of metal), please notify Kim at least ten days in advance. Additional costs for materials will be payable before the workshop and are subject to availability.

Kim cannot guarantee specific materials beyond those listed in the session details will be in stock and cannot issue refunds related to unavailable materials.

If you are unsure of your project requirements at booking, you may work with materials available in the studio (typically copper, brass, silver and a selection of gemstones).

Kim prioritises safety. Safety instructions will be provided at the start of each course.

It is your responsibility to read and understand all safety guidelines. You must agree not to use any power or gas tool before you have received a full induction by your course tutor. Non-compliance may result in exclusion from the workshop or course without a refund.

Kim reserves the right to refuse participation if a student appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if health issues pose a safety risk. In such cases, no refund will be issued.

Kim is committed to creating a safe and respectful environment. Bullying, prejudice, discrimination, or harmful behaviour will not be tolerated.

Kim reserves the right to exclude any student displaying aggressive or disrespectful behaviour.

Booking confirms you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.

You are responsible for sharing these Terms with anyone attending the workshop with you.

Please add hi@makeit.kim to your email contacts to receive pre-workshop communications.

Note: These Terms may be amended without notice. It is your responsibility to review the Terms each time you book or attend.

Kim holds Public and Products Liability Insurance up to £5,000,000. You may request proof by contacting hi@makeit.kim.

  • Refunds are available if you cancel more than two weeks before the scheduled date.
  • Cancellations made within two weeks are non-refundable.
  • Kim may facilitate an exchange to an alternative course or date where possible.
  • No refunds are available for no-shows or late cancellations.

In unforeseen circumstances, Kim may cancel a workshop at short notice. In such cases, alternative dates will be offered or a full refund provided.
Kim is not liable for travel or accommodation costs resulting from cancellations.

The venue
Orchard Jewellery Workshop

The home of Make It With Kim, our private studio, Orchard Jewellery Workshop is one of the largest and best-equipped jewellery workshops in the South West of England.

Located in the east Bristol suburb of Kingswood with free on-site and local on-street parking – tucked away in the old orchard, our leafy studio provides welcome respite from the bustle of the city.

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