If you’re looking for a fun 2 hour jewellery making workshop, then come and get cosy with us this winter at Silver Works where we have lots of Christmas themed evening workshops on offer! You can create your very own stunning piece of jewellery, or perhaps a special Christmas gift for a loved one, all under the expert tuition of our amazing teachers.
Come and get cosy with us this winter at Silver Works. On those long, dark wintery nights come join us for our festive evening workshops filled with creativity. Sip on some complimentary mulled wine (or non alcoholic alternative) and eat some mince pies all while creating a beautiful piece of jewellery.
All workshops are 2 hours. They will run from November 1st to December 31st on Friday evenings at 6.30pm as well as on Saturday and Sundays at 7pm. Book in advance through the buttons below. Or else if you want to book a private party then please email us at enquiries@silverworks.ie so we can accommodate your group. We can be very flexible with times and days, just be sure to email soon as space is selling out fast!
Forge a Silver Ring Workshop
Learn the basics of silver-smithing from sawing, soldering, filing, hammering and polishing to create your own beautiful, handmade silver ring! (For an additional cost, you also have the option to add an extra special touch by engraving the inside of your ring or opting to have it gold plated. *Please note – December 1st is the cutoff point for gold plating pieces before Christmas*)
€90 per person *box included
Forge Your Own Claddagh Ring Workshop
A Claddagh Ring is a traditional Irish ring in which a heart represents love, the crown stands for loyalty and the two clasped hands symbolize friendship. The perfect ring, or gift, for Christmas time where everyone comes together!
(For an additional cost, you also have the option to add an extra special touch by engraving the inside of your ring or opting to have it gold plated. *Please note – December 1st is the cutoff point for gold plating pieces before Christmas*)
€120 per person *box included
Make An Initialed Silver Charm or Pendant
Make your own sterling silver charm and wear as a necklace or add to a charm bracelet! Use our Christmas themed stamps to make it more festive. It could be a personalised charm for you or someone special this Christmas.
(For an additional cost, you also have the option to have your charm gold plated. *Please note – December 1st is the cutoff point for gold plating pieces before Christmas*)
€90 per person *box included, chain not included
Make a Christmas Decoration Workshop
Choose one of three brass shapes to texture in your own unique style. Disc punch out and stamp a small silver charm to add that special extra touch to this lovely Christmas decoration for you or someone special! You’ll be proud to say that you designed this ornament yourself in one evening’s work! Our talented teachers will ‘frost’ the back of your decoration for that added festive feature.
€90 per person *ribbon & box included
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Perfect for beginners; no prior experience is necessary to join.
Small classes ensure personalised attention for all attendees.
Create and take home your own handmade sterling silver ring.
What will I learn in this workshop
Learn goldsmithing basics hands-on:
How to pierce (saw) through a strip of silver.
How to form a ring using pliers.
How to file the ring using different size hand files.
Use a planishing hammer to add texture to the ring.
Choose from flat, pebble, or bark finish options.
Learn through demonstration and explanation:
The soldering of your ring.
Polish your ring using a professional polishing motor.
Choose a matte or shiny finish for your ring’s look.
Whats included in the workshop
Tea, coffee, complimentary mulled wine and some chocolate treats as well as mince pies
All tools, equipment, and aprons provided for the duration of the workshop.
We normally have mid week workshops at 12pm,3pm and 6:30pm ( Thursday is slightly later time of 1pm,4pm and 7pm ) weekends 10am,1pm,4pm and 7pm on Saturdays
Can one of our group do the Forge a Ring Workshop and one of us do the Charm Workshop?
Unfortunately not, as they are two very different procedures so they require two separate workshops that need two separate teachers.
I don’t like the thickness of the band, can I make my ring thinner or thicker?
We offer a standard 4mm size band in the classes but if you would like a 3mm, 5mm or 6mm you can select this on a check out for an additional cost.
I have a beautiful stone I would like to set it in the ring, can I?
Unfortunately gem setting can be quite skilled work and is not something that we can cover in our 2-hour workshops. However, if you can either send us a photo by email or bring it along with you, we can provide you with a quote. We have some fabulous setters who can almost definitely do this for you. It takes around 4 weeks to get this set.
Can you get me a stone and set it for me?
Yes! Simply send us an email with the stone and dimensions you would like and we can get you a quote. Leave your ring with us after the workshop and we will get it done for you. Stone setting normally takes 4 weeks on top of finding the stone for you.
Do you offer personalised engraving?
Yes, it’s €30 – it takes approximately 48 Hours mid-week and up to 72 hours at the weekend. Alternatively, if you need it shipped, it would either be €10 (within Ireland) to €15 – €20 (outside of Ireland) depending on where you live. Please note that it is at Owner’s Own Risk for items to be posted. We cannot accept responsibility for lost items once we leave them in our courier’s hands. We do all we can to but once they are gone to post, there is nothing further we can do. Engraving can be paid for on check out, or It can also be decided on the day of your workshop and paid for then.
Do you offer a gold-plating service?
Yes, it’s €30 for a 14-21 day service turnaround. You can add this on at check out, or simply let your teacher know and they will organise this for you. Postage is extra- see above.
Is the venue accessible
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.
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
I had so much fun crafting and forging my own unique silver ring in this workshop! The instructors were informative and helpful, and the people in the class were super friendly. Plus, the end product was something that is completely my own! I’d highly recommend this to anyone staying in Dublin that wants a special souvenir that will stay with them for a lifetime.
Austin Quinlan
October | 2024
I was given the “Forge a Silver Ring” class as a gift and had a wonderful time. Hannah was really encouraging and helpful. Without any prior silver working experience, I now have a gorgeous silver ring to wear proudly! Highly recommend.
Kate Williams
October | 2024
It was an absolute pleasure to do the Forge your own silver ring course from start to finish!! Very interesting and 2 hours full of fun. Highly recommended!! Thanks to everyone there!!
S White
October | 2024
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