MASTER CLASS: Spoon Making (2020)
2020 Dates TBC
9.30am – 3.00pm
£190 plus materials
Course aims:
The Spoon Making Master Class is a two day course in which students will produce a silver spoon. Students will learn traditional silversmithing techniques, and will walk away with technical knowledge as well as a shiny new piece. Perfect for a christening present, Christmas, wedding or anniversary present. A significant piece for a significant occasion.
- Learn how to dish and form metal into a spoon
- Learn how to anneal and solder
- Learn how to finish silver to a high polish
Learning outcomes:
- Understanding of silver forming techniques
- Knowledge of spoon production process
- Confidence to work with production tools unassisted
Level:
The course is aimed at beginners.
Your tutor:
TBA.
Details:
The course will run over three days, 9.30am – 3.00pm
Day 1
- Introduction and demonstration
- Dishing the spoon
- Forming the handle
- Fitting dish to handle
Day 2
- Soldering the dish to handle
- Filing and texturing
- Buffing and polishing
General:
A maximum of nine places are available on this course, with a minimum of six participants required for the course to run. Full Payment is required to secure a place. We can take card payments over the phone – please note the cost of the day is not refundable. Silver is available on the day and costs extra. Silver for a spoon can cost anywhere from £100 to £150 depending on size and weight. Once payment is received we will send an email confirming your place on the course – just let us know if you would like a place by calling 01582 833800.
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