Private tuition

Techniques Masterclass Private Workshop

£265.00

Designed for those who have previous experience or people who would like to gain a introduction to the basic tools and skills in a supportive setting. Perhaps you'd like to learn a new skill or troubleshoot an area you have been struggling with.
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Perhaps you’d like to learn a new skill or troubleshoot an area you have been struggling with. Technique Masterclasses are designed to deep dive into the technique of your choice, so you can learn as much as possible and gain the confidence to carry on your new skills after the session ends.

Materials are not included in these sessions as the materials needed are very specific to your aims for the session. Many students bring their own materials or a selection will be available to buy on the day if required.

If you are looking to try jewellery making for the first time and wish to go home with a finished piece of jewellery, please take a look at our ‘Jewellery in a Day’ workshops.

A list of some of the popular techniques we cover can be found below. If you wish to work on something very specific, please contact Kim at least a week in advance to make sure it is possible to cover the techniques you are interested in, and we have the materials required.

These sessions can be booked online for up to 5 participants. If you wish to book a Technique Masterclass for more participants, please get in touch and let us know how we can help.

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

  • An Overview of all the Fundamental Techniques (to get you started at home).
  • Mastering the Jewellers Piercing Saw.
  • Soldering Masterclass.
  • Polishing & Finishing Techniques.
  • Texturing Techniques.
  • Stone Setting - Bezel Setting Technique, (introduction to the fundamental technique, or heavy bezels, stones with corners etc).
  • Stone Setting - Collet Setting or Tube Setting.
  • Stone Setting - Flush Set Stones.
  • Sand Casting - Introduction & Basic Technique.
  • Sand Casting - Improvers (including cast in place stones, settings, bails etc).
  • Cuttlefish Casting.
  • Organic Casting, including water casting, spaghetti casting, rock salt casting.
  • Recycling your scrap metal (learning to remodel your off cuts into new sheet, wire or solderable elements).

If you wish to work on something very specific, please contact Kim at least a week in advance to make sure it is possible to cover the techniques you are interested in, and we have the materials required. These sessions can be booked online for up to 2 participants. Larger groups can be arranged upon request.

Materials included

Materials are not included in these sessions as the materials needed are very specific to your aims for the session. Many students bring their own materials or a selection will be available to buy on the day if required. If you wish to work on something very specific, please contact Kim at least a week in advance to make sure it is possible to cover the techniques you are interested in, and we have the materials required. These sessions can be booked online for up to 5 participants. Larger groups can be arranged upon request.

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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