{"title":"Workshops","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"3hr-jewellery-making-workshop-devon","title":"3hr 1:1 session. Your first step into the world of lost wax carving.","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom your head, into your hands. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this relaxed one-to-one session, I’ll teach you the traditional technique of lost wax carving. Together we’ll use it to realise your own design for a unique piece.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a chance to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the beauty around while creating some of your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design is (very literally) in your hands, but I'll be there every step of the way to make sure your ideas come to life. While some go classic and minimal, others imprint using shells, stones or even bark from meaningful places. So feel free to bring inspiring items with you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the start, you’ll have my undivided attention. By the end, you’ll have wax ring ready for casting in a metal of your choice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 hours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e£150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime and date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust like your design, we’ll figure it out together. Email me at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:studio@aniajewellery.com\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudio@aniajewellery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshop is located in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\"\u003ePRAKTYKA\u003c\/a\u003e, our art retreat in the North Devon village of Buckland Brewer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to make even more of your time here, stay with us. We have a range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003espaces to choose from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tools and materials we’ll be using on the day are all provided, along with warm drinks and sweet treats. And if you fall head over heels in love with the process, I’ll give you all the information you need to set up your own practice at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat isn’t included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the workshop, the next step will be to pick a metal and a professional to cast your piece. This process isn’t included in the cost of the workshop, but I’m more than happy to recommend local ethical casters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cost of casting will depend on the weight of the piece and material used, but a ring in sterling silver would be around £30, 9ct yellow gold would be about £150 and 18ct yellow gold would be 300+ (not including VAT).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51321933693264,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/5789\/6528\/files\/Ania_Jewellery_lost_wax_ring_making_workshop_Devon_Cornwall_L1040683_9778ce42-ee36-4d47-a2b7-a8575505a027.jpg?v=1747132105"},{"product_id":"6hr-1-1-intermediate-session-perfect-for-designers-and-ambitious-beginners","title":"6hr 1:1 Advanced Lost Wax Jewellery Workshop + Mentoring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFind yourself in lost wax. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo explore all the possibilities of lost wax carving would take a lifetime (and a well-spent one, too)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut to fall in love with it? That only takes a day. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT\u003cspan\u003ehis one-to-one immersive full day jewellery workshop will give you a solid foundation in the techniques, tools and intricacies of lost wax carving - all with the aim of helping you build your own, unique creative and confident jewellery practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's also a chance to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the mindful, relaxing practice of this ancient jewellery making technique, while chatting with me as I share years of practice and passion for my craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, your passion to create isn’t going to end when you leave the studio - and neither will the support you receive. I’ll remain available to you for a further two months of remote guidance and mentoring, to answer any questions you might have as you continue your journey. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ll share my knowledge and experience, demonstrating the techniques, tricks, and approaches I’ve learned, invented, and discovered over the years — helping to fast-forward your ability to create stronger, more creative and successful designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy aim is to inspire you to create your own unique jewellery, giving you the foundations, confidence, and curiosity to continue exploring the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lost wax jewellery workshop is less about producing one finished piece, and more about exploration, experimentation, creativity and asking questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it’s a one-to-one workshop, everything is tailored to you — what you want to make and what you want to learn. And if you’re not sure where to begin, I’m there to guide you every step of the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will be creating in my dreamy artist studio, by the woodburner, with views of the rolling hills of Devon and I’ll prepare a delicious, home-cooked vegan lunch for us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 hours including lunch break\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e£450\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you’ll learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFirst and foremost I hope you learn two things: that the possibilities for your practice are endless, and that you absolutely can bring those possibilities to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThere are two ways to spend your day with me. Some people come wanting to explore and experiment, trying as many techniques as they can fit into the time. Others prefer to focus on one thing: leaving with a single, beautiful gemstone ring or pendant, carefully made. For the gemstone route, we'd use the cast-in-place technique with small sapphires or rubies (up to 3mm), set experimentally in my own style. Either way, it's your day, just let me know which direction you'd like to take it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the things we can cover: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tools you need and how to use them, including saw blades, files, knives and heat pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with different waxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking and sizing a ring, and preparing it for casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cast-in-place technique for setting small precious stones in wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolten look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe theory of wax injecting and making repeat patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimating costs of casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePricing your work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing and hallmarking process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with galleries \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime and date\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail me at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:studio@aniajewellery.com\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudio@aniajewellery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and we’ll find a day that works. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshop is located in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePRAKTYKA\u003c\/a\u003e, our art retreat in the North Devon village Buckland Brewer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to make even more of your time here, stay with us. We have a range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003espaces to choose from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools and materials for the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan lunch, fruits, sweet treats, herbal teas and coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMentoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA PDF with links to trade contacts — from tool shops to hand-picked casters and gemstone dealers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat isn’t included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt this stage, we’ll be working in wax. Casting any pieces you create isn’t included in the cost of the workshop, but we will prepare your work for casting and I will recommend local ethical casters you can post it to. You will leave with an envelope ready to post with all the necessary notes for the next step. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cost of casting will depend on the weight of the piece and material used, but a ring in sterling silver would be around £40 (that includes casting, silver, finishing, postage ), 9ct yellow gold would be about £200 and 18ct yellow gold would be £400+ (not including VAT).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll weigh your piece in wax so you have a clear idea of the cost in metal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eStones for the gemstone route are available to purchase in my studio, starting at £10 per stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease get in touch if you have any questions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51322197147984,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/5789\/6528\/files\/Jewellery_workshop_Devon_Cornwall_L1052857_e4a0b611-6a44-45fc-bde9-9db1953b68c3.jpg?v=1747137083"},{"product_id":"private-group-session-create-together-with-family-and-friends","title":"3h Private group session. 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Together we’ll use it to realise your own designs as unique pieces. It’s a chance to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the beauty around while creating some of your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end, you’ll have a whole new set of shared memories - and waxes ready for casting in a metal of your choice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design is (very literally) in your hands, but I'll be there every step of the way to make sure your ideas come to life. While some go classic and minimal, others imprint using shells, stones or even bark from meaningful places. So feel free to bring inspiring items with you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 hours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e£85 pp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum 2 participants, maximum 6. Each person can book and pay for their own spot individually, or one person can book and pay for the group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of people\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime and date\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust like your design, we’ll figure it out together. Email me at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:studio@aniajewellery.com\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudio@aniajewellery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshop is located in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePRAKTYKA\u003c\/a\u003e, our art retreat in the North Devon village buckland brewer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to make even more of your time here, stay with us. We have a range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003espaces to choose from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tools and materials we’ll be using on the day are all provided, along with refreshments. And if you fall head over heels in love with the process, I’ll give you all the information you need to set up your own practice at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat isn’t included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the workshop, the next step will be to pick a metal, and a professional to cast your piece. 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That only takes a day. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small-group immersive experience will give you a solid foundation in the techniques, tools and intricacies of lost wax carving - all with the aim of helping you build your own, unique creative jewellery practice and create with people you love. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a chance to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the beauty around while creating some of your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, your passion to create isn’t going to end when you leave the studio - and neither will the support you receive. I’ll remain available to you for a further two months of remote guidance and mentoring, to answer any questions you might have as you continue your journey. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ll share my knowledge and experience, demonstrating the techniques, tricks, and approaches I’ve learned, invented, and discovered over the years — helping to fast-forward your ability to create stronger, more creative and successful designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy aim is to inspire you to create your own unique jewellery, giving you the foundations, confidence, and curiosity to continue exploring the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will be creating in my dreamy artist studio, by the woodburner, with views of the rolling hills of Devon and I’ll prepare a delicious, home-cooked vegan lunch for us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 hours including lunch break \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e£285 pp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum 2 participants, maximum 3. Each person can book and pay for their own spot individually, or one person can book and pay for the group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you’ll learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFirst and foremost I hope you learn two things: that the possibilities for your practice are endless, and that you absolutely can bring those possibilities to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThere are two ways to spend your day with me. Some people come wanting to explore and experiment, trying as many techniques as they can fit into the time. Others prefer to focus on one thing: leaving with a single, beautiful gemstone ring or pendant, carefully made. For the gemstone route, we'd use the cast-in-place technique with small sapphires or rubies (up to 3mm), set experimentally in my own style. Either way, it's your day, just let me know which direction you'd like to take it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the things we can cover: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tools you need and how to use them, including saw blades, files, knives and heat pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with different waxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking and sizing a ring, and preparing it for casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cast-in-place technique for setting small precious stones in wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolten look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe theory of wax injecting and making repeat patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimating costs of casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePricing your work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing and hallmarking process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with galleries \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime and date\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail me at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:studio@aniajewellery.com\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudio@aniajewellery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and we’ll find a day that works. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshop is located in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.praktyka.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePRAKTYKA\u003c\/a\u003e, our art retreat in the North Devon village Buckland Brewer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to make even more of your time here, stay with us. 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