For centuries, jewellery artisans have been sculpting their own designs from wax!
Uncover the lost ancient art of wax casting as you learn to carve your own ring in our fun and creative workshop. Embrace your true creativity with your ring design while our expert helps you bring your idea to life as you are learning new skills. You will hand-carve your own ring from a piece of wax.
When you’re finished your design, it’s ready to be sent off to be cast into sterling silver or gold. Your ring will return to us approximately 3 – 4 weeks later and our team of goldsmiths will finish the ring for you by sanding and polishing it beautifully. We let you know when your ring is available for collection, or we can organise to post it to you at an additional cost. We offer gold plating and gemstones as an optional add on if you wish to add some extra sparkle to your wonderful creations, both of these services increase the lead time on receiving your ring back by an additional 3 weeks each.
You will get an insight into this incredible, ancient craft with a highly-experienced goldsmith who works within the industry and has an abundance of jewellery making experience.
Can’t make it to one of our ring carving workshops? Why not try out our at home ring carving kit.
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Winner of Wedding Online’s Hen and Stag Award 2024.
Perfect for beginners interested in exploring various jewellery-making techniques
Small, intimate
classes ensure personalised attention for everyone.
Workshop held bi-monthly; early booking highly recommended.
Make a one of a kind ring, then leave the messy finishing and polishing to us.
What will I learn in this workshop
Learn goldsmithing basics hands-on:
Practice carving techniques using a variety of tools
Use heat to create different textures and shapes
Shape wax carefully to achieve your desired ring design.
File your ring’s edges smoothly using a hand file.
Apply emery paper to refine the rings’s surface.
Add textures to the ring for a unique look.
Learn through demonstration and explanation:
Explore tools used specifically for wax carving and casting.
Gain insight into finishing techniques for cast metal rings.
Whats included in the workshop
Complimentary chocolates
All tools, equipment, and aprons provided for the duration of the workshop.
A standard-sized piece of wax to create your ring design.
Professional casting into sterling silver.
Cleaning and polishing of your ring by our experts.
Optional Extras:
Casting of thicker ring.
An array of stunning gemstones in different shapes and sizes (Lead time 3 weeks on top of the 3 weeks casting/polishing time)
Choose from silver or gold material (Gold is an additional cost depending on the weight of the ring carved).
Available gold plating. (Lead time: 2-3 weeks on top of the 3 weeks casting/polishing time)
After the workshop we take your carving to professional casters who turn your wax carving into sterling silver, using the ancient lost wax casting technique. It will be returned to us within 3 weeks and we will clean up your casting to your chosen finish, matte or shiny, and return it to you once that’s finished!
Please note if you would like to opt for any of our additional services such as gold plating or gem setting, the time added on for this service is on top of the casting process. So if you are to get both services your ring will take 3 weeks for casting and polishing + 3 weeks for gem setting + 2 to 3 weeks for gold plating. This means the total turnaround time will be approximately 9 weeks, as each service is completed at a different specialist location. Depending on chosen finishes and services it is between 3-9 weeks for completed rings to be ready for collection.
Can I cast a thicker ring?
Yes. You can choose a thicker ring for an extra €25, including wax and casting.
Will my ring look perfect?
Although we spend a good amount of time making sure your ring is as presentable as possible, the time in the workshop dedicated to polishing and sanding should be used carefully to remove deeper scratches and marks.
Please keep in mind that this is a skills-based workshop, and if it’s your first one, your ring won’t be perfect — and that’s completely okay. The small imperfections are what make it truly handmade by you.
Embrace them as part of your creation’s story. You can always come back for another workshop to refine your skills and make another beautiful, unique ring.
Once your piece has been returned to us, our team of goldsmiths is on hand to clean and polish your ring. We let you know when your ring is ready for collection.
Do you offer gold plating?
Yes, we offer a gold plating service. It’s €30 for a 14-21 day service turnaround. Simply let your teacher know and they will organise this for you.
How do you let me know when my ring is ready?
You will be contacted by text or email when your ring is ready for collection here. Alternatively, if you need it shipped, it would be €10 (within Ireland) to €15 – €20 (outside of Ireland).
We have a group of over six. Can you accommodate us?
Please contact us directly so we can accommodate your group. With groups of over six you also get a complimentary bottle of prosecco!
What happens if I can’t make it or if I am late to my workshop?
If you can no longer make it to your booked workshop you must inform us in writing by email to info@silverworks.ie. Your cancellation must be confirmed as received by us on or before the relevant dates. Cancellations 48 hours before your scheduled workshop are entitled to reschedule to an alternative date of your choosing or a refund minus a 10% administrative fee. If it is between 48 hours and 24 hours before the start time of your workshop you will be entitled to a reschedule to an alternative date of your choosing, or a refund of 50%. If it is less than 24 hours before your workshop date and time you are not entitled to a refund or a reschedule. Cancelations after the start time of your workshop will not be considered and are not entitled to a refund or reschedule.
Our cut off point for accepting participants into the workshop is 10 minutes after the scheduled start time, If you are later than this time our teachers may refuse you access as it disrupts the workshop for the other students, so please plan out your route to us to allow plenty of time incase of any delays. If you fail to attended your scheduled workshop or are later than our cut off point you are not entitled to a refund or reschedule.
If a class is cancelled or postponed for reasons for which we are responsible, such as staff illness, we will make every reasonable effort to reschedule the class to suit the majority of attendees, or add missed hours onto remaining classes.
Please note that all classes require a minimum number of attendees. If too few bookings are received, classes may be rescheduled.
Unfortunately, no. As both of our studios are located in very old and beautiful period buildings, we have lots of stairs and are therefore not accessible for people with impaired mobility.
*My child is under the age of 16, can they attend the workshop?
Anyone aged between 10 and 16 years of age, can take part provided they are accompanied by a participating adult over 18 years. Both the child and adult must be booked in prior to the start of the workshop, if an under 16 is booked in without an adult they will not be allowed attend unless we have space to book in a guardian on that workshop and if we are fully booked this may not be the case. Anyone under the age of 10 years old is not allowed access to the workshops due to health and safety precautions.
Can I bring someone else (who hasn’t booked) along to the workshop to watch?
Unfortunately, this is not something we can accommodate. Valid ticket holders only will be permitted to the studio. When our workshops are fully booked we only have enough space for the participants that have pre-booked the workshop time slot.
Discover a new craft and develop a highly skilled trade.
Explore a joyful new hobby with hands-on gold smithing techniques.
Reconnect with your creative side through immersive, artistic practice.
Enhance focus and problem-solving skills while learning new techniques.
Relax by working with your hands in creative projects.
Craft unique, personalised gifts for yourself or loved ones.
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Visitor Testimonials
It was such a fun experience! I would highly recommend the teachers were super helpful and friendly had such a great time in this class.
Kimberly Fertotnado
October | 2024
This was my very late Christmas present from my best friend and it was so fun! We had an amazing time from beginning to end. The instructors were so lovely and helped us to bring our individual visions to life. I made a much more simple ring than my bestie and both styles were equally as supported by the two awesome instructors. We even got to pick some precious stones to have set in the rings. They should be ready in early June and we can’t wait to collect them! I would 10000000% recommend this to anyone – no matter your skill level or style – you can really do whatever your heart desires and make something completely unique. An absolutely stand out experience that I would have no hesitation doing again.
Amy McLoughlin
October | 2024
My sister and I had such a great day! Iris and Audrey were so fun, engaging, helpful and experienced! Despite never having carved wax rings before, we felt so comfortable and capable with their help and guidance. We had such fun and it was really relaxing. The Boost bars were such a lovely touch too! We will definitely be recommending it to others and would love to do it again!
Aodhbha Bradley
October | 2024
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