{"product_id":"wax-ring-carving-workshop-morning-of-saturday-20th-february-2027","title":"Wax Ring Carving Workshop - morning of Saturday 20th February 2027","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn traditional wax carving techniques and create your own beautiful and unique silver ring!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo previous experience of jewellery making is needed and you will be guided through everything you need to know step-by-step, from measuring and sizing your ring to carving beautiful details and patterns. Will you choose simple flowing shapes or more intricate patterns? The choice is yours!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the session you can choose to take your wax ring with you or have it sent for casting into solid sterling silver using the lost wax casting method. There is an extra cost for this (approximately £25, dependent on weight), plus an additional £12 if you wish me to hand finish your ring for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you usually wear reading glasses please remember to bring them with you. It would also be useful to bring photos and sketches of any ideas that you have, although examples and photos will be available for inspiration. No AI please, those ideas are rarely workable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 to 16 year olds are welcome but will need to be accompanied by a paying adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea, coffee and biscuits are included in the workshop fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDate and Venue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10am-1pm Saturday 20th February 2027 at Studio 4B, Kemps Quay, Quayside Road, Southampton, SO18 1BZ. Full directions will be emailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost of the wax is included in the workshop fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs detailed above if you wish me to send your ring for casting this will cost an additional £25 for rings weighing up to 1g of wax, paid for on the day. 1g of wax makes a large ring, but if yours is extra chunky then the silver will cost a little more as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eup to 1g of wax £25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebetween 1g and 1.5g: £35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebetween 1.5g and 2g: £45\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasting takes up to three weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast rings always require some cleaning up, and you can do this at home if you have the tools. If you would like me to finish your ring for you there is a cost of £12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTools and Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop fee includes use of all the tools and equipment needed. All workshops discuss tools, equipment, materials and health and safety considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCancellations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCancellations of workshop places and private tuition bookings within four weeks of the event will forfeit the workshop\/private tuition fee unless I am able to find someone to take your place. Please let me know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joanne Tinley Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55636856570240,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1948\/7421\/files\/20240325-131228_25a19a45-3b31-4561-81f5-7d85d023b1f9.jpg?v=1739774501","url":"https:\/\/www.joannetinleyjewellery.com\/products\/wax-ring-carving-workshop-morning-of-saturday-20th-february-2027","provider":"Joanne Tinley Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}