Wax ring carving workshop with Myfanwy Jones

Saturday 14th December 10-1pm 

Make a unique hand designed ring for someone special this Christmas. Join Jewellery Designer/Maker Myfanwy to learn how to make your own unique ring in wax, to be cast using the ancient technique of lost wax casting.

During this workshop we will enjoy Mulled wine and festive treats.

You will be given guidance through using different techniques in order to work intuitively with the tools provided. The process begins with a larger piece of wax than required, which you will file, carve, texture, smooth, imprint and shape into a new creation of your desire! 

This class is suitable for beginners or others who may already have jewellery experience but want to expand their wax carving skills.

Feel free to come prepared with ideas, or if unsure on the day - there will be plenty of examples to help you visualise what your ring could look like by the end of the session. If you have any found objects that you would like to try taking impressions with in the wax, please bring them along.

The cost includes a 5mm width wax which will be sized to your finger size on the day, and your ring being cast in recycled silver after the class.

(To make a larger design of ring, 10mm width waxes will be available at an additional charge, payable on the day) 

Following the class, rings are processed by Myfanwy to send back to you as a finished ring. If you totally fall in love with your creation, the option to upgrade to have your wax ring cast in solid 9ct/18ct Gold can be made - Myfanwy will weigh your wax and quote you the cost based on current precious metal prices.

Please allow up to 3 weeks for the ring to be ready for collection at Stiwdio Biwmares or posted out to you.

Any additional services such as gold plating or stone setting that are offered during the class, will incur additional charges and add on extra time for delivery of your new ring.

Safety notes: You must be aged 18 and over to attend. Open toed shoes are not permitted with use of the tools. Hair must be tied back due to small flames being present during the class.

*All materials are provided on the day, except aprons, so please bring one if you would like to as wax shavings can get everywhere! Bring glasses (if needed) to see up close detail.