Date: Saturday 28 February 2026, 10:30 am-1:30 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museum
Viking North Creative Workshop: Make a Silver Wrap Ring
Saturday 28 February 2026 10:30am-1:30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ |£55 per person | Book here
Learn the basics of silversmithing as you design and make your own silver ring, this is a wrap ring so there is no soldering involved in the workshop. After choosing from a range of designs you will be guided through the making process by your tutor. You will learn how to use basic jewellery making tools to form your ring and how to apply different techniques to create textures and finishes.
What you will make Using techniques such as forming, stamping and texturing you will produce your own silver wrap ring. Who is the workshop for? This workshop is suitable for beginners, no experience is needed, it is a great introduction to basic jewellery making techniques.
Do I need to bring anything? All materials and tools are provided, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty or bring your own apron. The process of hammering metal can get a bit noisy, ear plugs will be provided but please feel free to bring your own ear defenders if you have them.
Your Tutor Genevieve Broughton is a jewellery designer and maker with over 20 years experience, her work combines precise geometric shapes and stylised natural forms in minimal designs created using traditional silversmithing techniques. Genevieve is based in Wakefield and her jewellery is exhibited and sold in numerous shops and galleries around the UK.
All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary
Ages 16+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
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