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Make it personal, wearable, and completely yours with a jewellery-making class in Melbourne. Whether you're interested in silver, beading, or metalwork, there's a class nearby ready to spark your creativity.
24 Classes found in Melbourne
Stone Set Ring Class - Beginner Class
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Let Your Creativity Shine at Our Melbourne Jewellery Classes
Curious about ring making in Melbourne? Want to add handmade bracelets to your collection? If you’ve got a thing for shiny objects, you’e in good company! WeTeachMe brings together a wide range of jewellery classes in Melbourne, so you can experiment with techniques that match your style.
Take a ring-making workshop in Melbourne and learn how to size, shape, cast, and polish your very own wearable keepsake. Discover how to craft lampwork glass beads using a torch, or transform everyday objects into one-of-a-kind jewellery — the world is your (sparkly) oyster! Many workshops are beginner-friendly, and perfect for a fun date, a birthday treat, a hens party or a little solo creativity.
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Why Book Jewellery Classes on WeTeachMe?
Jewellery making often calls for specialist tools and equipment — and that's exactly what makes these classes so special. From metals and stones to blowtorches for ring casting, you’ll get hands-on access to all the jewellery materials you need, without having to buy a thing upfront. No commitment, no worries! All you need to do is get excited about the beautiful piece you'll soon bring home (and maybe sneak in a selfie with).
With expert makers guiding you step by step, you’ll learn new techniques in a relaxed, friendly setting — perfect for first-timers or anyone keen to try something different.
Melbourne: What's On — Immersive Experiences to Add to Your Events Calendar
Use our handy search tool to find jewellery-making classes near you. We offer jewellery classes in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Gold Coast, and Auckland. Booking is simple — choose a class, date and time that suits you, make the payment, and you're done! No hidden fees, and no surcharges.
If you can't make it in person or your city isn't featured here, our online jewellery making classes are a great option. We have an impressive range of on-demand classes for children and adults, each allowing you to learn at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Material inclusion varies by course level. In Stage 1 of the Introduction to Jewellery Making course, all materials and equipment are provided for students. Stage 2 students pay for silver based on weight used. The Stacker Rings workshop includes silver in the workshop cost. Most beginner courses provide base metals and strips of silver, with some courses charging a consumable fee (typically $30.00) for additional materials. Specific material inclusions depend on the individual course selected.
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Course durations vary significantly. Introduction to Jewellery Making Stages 1-3 are five-week courses with 3.5-hour weekly classes costing $513.00 each. Evening courses like 'Learn to Make Jewellery' run for 8 weeks (20 hours) at $595, while the Jewellery Taster workshop is a single 3-hour session costing $220. Multi-day intensive workshops range from one day to four days. The Jewellery Summer School for Beginners is a 3-day program, and wax carving workshops typically span 2-4 days.
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Beginner courses cover foundational metalsmithing techniques including: saw piercing and metal cutting using professional jewellery saw frames; soldering using jewellery torches and annealing; filing and finishing; ring sizing; texturing and stamping with various hammers and letter stamps; roller printing (pressing textured materials into metal surfaces); oxidisation for surface finishing; and polishing. Advanced techniques like gem setting, wax carving, and lost wax casting are introduced in intermediate and specialist workshops.
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No previous experience is required for beginner courses. Classes explicitly state 'no formal entry requirements' and 'no experience necessary.' The Jewellery Taster and Introduction to Jewellery Making courses are designed for absolute beginners. However, some advanced courses like the Gypsy Setting workshop and Stages 4-9 of the Introduction series require intermediate-level skills or completion of prerequisite courses. Always check individual course prerequisites before enrolling.
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Course outcomes depend on the program level. Beginners typically create rings (cabochon gem-set rings, textured rings, stacked rings), earrings, and bangles. The Taster workshop produces a single sterling silver ring in one 3-hour session. Introduction Stage 1 students make a cabochon gem-set silver ring and sample pieces. Intermediate and advanced students progress to linked toggle bracelets, domed pierced pendants, collet rings with facetted gems, and custom-designed pieces. Specialist courses enable students to make wax-carved pieces, resin jewellery, polymer clay necklaces, and gemstone malas.
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Classes maintain small group sizes to ensure quality instruction. Maximum class sizes range from 7-10 students in most courses, with some workshops capped at 8 or 12 participants. The 'Learn to Make Jewellery' course has a maximum of 10 people, the Jewellery Taster has a maximum of 7 people, and the Daytime Jewellery Making Atelier accommodates small groups for personalized guidance. Smaller class sizes enable instructors to provide individual feedback and hands-on support to each student.
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