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Hattie Sanderson

Due to the incredible response to Hattie Sandersons Master Classes we have found a larger venue so nobody has to miss out on a place. However the bookings are still coming in - so don't delay if you want to be sure of a place. This can be secured with a small non refundable deposit. Dont miss this opportunity to be taught by one of the most incredible metal clay artists in the world today. Read morehere.


***Robert Dancik Master Class ***

The excitement here never stops, and we are thrilled to announce that Robert Dancik will be running a two day Faux Bone Master Class for us on the 15th & 16th of August. Faux Bone is inexpensive, easy to work with and combines perfectly with metal clay. This is a rare opportunity to spend two days with Robert immersing your self in new and innovative jewellery making techniques. You are guaranteed to leave full of inspiration! Further details are available here


Emma's work on the cover of MAKING JEWELLERY

Emma has us bursting with pride once again as her beautiful Lampwork Bead Bracelet is gracing the front cover of the latest issue of Making Jewellery! Inside you will find two of her great tutorials and more! AND.....dont forget that she is also featured in the current Issue of Bead, which is still available. Congratulations Emma!!!!!


New Beading & Wire Work Classes Announced

Details of our popular beading and wire work classes are now online. We are thrilled to offer you Beaweaving classes once again, and also have a great selection of dates for you to choose from for our most popular courses like our beginners and charm bracelet classes. Read more about them here.


Silver Fingerprint Courses.

Back by popular demand - our Silver Fingerprint Course. Suitable for beginners as well as those with experience in metal clay this is THE course to take if you have always wondered how finger prints are captured in fine silver! Our other range of Metal Clay Classes are also available for you to view online. If you are a beginner then look for our "Magic of Art Clay" Class. Used the clay before? Then why not learn the tricks of the trade to making a ring. Looking to enhance your work? Then how about Keum Boo. Want to be unique? Then look out for classes in the Tear Away Technique. Employ the techniques you learn in our classes to your own jewellery and really stand out from the crowd. Read more here.


Lampwork Open Studio

Did you know that we are one of the only bead shops in the UK that sells lampwork beads that are made on site? That means that you can have the opportunity to watch our award winning Artist Emma Baird as she melts glass and creates tiny works of art. Dates TBA. You can read more about lampwork and see some of Emmas beautiful beadshere.