Jewellery - Links & Charms
COURSE CODE: CRAFT079
Location:
Leicester Adult Education College
Price:
£15.00
Day of the week:
Saturday
Starting Date:
13/05/2023
Ending Date:
13/05/2023
Time:
10:00 - 16:30
Duration:
1 week
Your Course fees may be reduced based on individual circumstances. For further guidance, please refer to the funding rules or speak to a member of staff.
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This course is intended for people with mixed levels of experience. The tutor will ensure that total beginners will get the instruction and support they need, and that those who are more advanced in the subject will be given tasks with more challenge.
Design your bracelet/necklace idea with guidance, sketches and examples.
Combine metals such as sterling silver, brass and copper.
Use a selection of metal wire or sheet metal as appropriate to your design.
Shape wire to create links and prepare for soldering.
About textures and decorative effects on metal.
Design and use silver sheet metal to make a charm.
How to safely use a saw, files and pliers to cut, shape and connect your design.
How to safely solder, clean and polish your charm/link.
Where to buy silver from and how to reinvent your own jewellery.
All materials will be provided. Long hair must be tied back and closed sensible shoes must be worn.
There will be no exams or qualifications, and the course will focus on creative activities.
The tutor will use a combination of group demonstrations and one-to-one support.
So that you can be successful in learning the subject, we do require that you arrive promptly for the lessons.
Lessons will be classroom based and supported by Google Classroom. This is our virtual learning space which will enhance your learning experience and will be used for resources, assessment, extra activities, to extend learning and support independent learning throughout the week. You will be able to access Google Classroom via your secure leicesterlearns account. For more information go to our FAQ page.
You will be asked to contribute to a Group Learning Plan on which you and the tutor will be able to chart your progress. You will be expected to comment briefly in writing on your learning, and your tutor will give you feedback and suggestions on ways in which you can improve.
If you wish to expand your knowledge further there are several structured courses that are run by Leicester Adult Education college. You can enrol on these courses by contacting our enrolment team, please call 0116 454 1900.