Wax Carving for Jewellery: Rings & Pendants
$128.00 - $152.00
25 October
10 am to 4 pm
In a relaxed, hands-on workshop, students learn to carve wax to be cast into jewellery- a technique that has been used for millennia to create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. Receive inspiration and guidance through the design process. Carve and shape wax using simple tools. Focus on texture, form, and creative expression. By the end of the workshop, have a wax piece ready to be cast in silver. Jewellery pieces will be sent off to be cast in silver. The workshop fee does not include the cost of silver. Silver costs will vary depending on the weight of the final piece, but typically cost between $30 and $80. Cast, cleaned, and finished jewellery pieces will be returned to students a few weeks after the workshop.
This course is for anyone who enjoys working with their hands and wants to try something creative and different. Jewellery experience is not necessary, just curiosity and a willingness to have a go. This technique is great for people who like detail-oriented crafts like pottery, knitting, or sculpture, but will be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in texture and design.
About Eva Davenport Petersen:
Eva studied jewellery at The Learning Connexion from 2021 to 2024 and completed a six-month jewellery-focused course at a Højskole in Denmark. She has exhibited her jewellery at Meanwhile Gallery in Wellington and at Højskole in Denmark.
"I started jewellery when I was 16, almost by accident — a family friend invited me to try a beginner class, and I fell in love with it straight away.
Before jewellery, I was into printmaking and cyanotypes — I’ve always been drawn to texture and detail. Now I use wax carving to explore those same ideas, turning the shapes and
patterns I see in nature into wearable pieces. I often take close-up photos of plants and leaves and carve those textures into rings or pendants. It’s incredibly satisfying work."
"I’ve had such amazing tutors who supported and encouraged me, and that’s exactly what I want to pass on. I love watching people surprise themselves by what they can make — it’s
rewarding to help someone go from 'I’m not creative' to 'I made this!'”
Materials List :
The workshop fee does not include the cost of silver. Silver costs will vary depending on the weight of the final piece, but typically cost between $30 and $80.
- Sketchbook
- Pencil
- Any jewellery or chains you would like to reference or wear your finished piece with
- An apron (something you don't mind getting wax on)
Note regarding payment:
When you check out we offer two payment options - internet banking or credit card. Internet banking is preferred. We pay fees for credit card payments.
On completing your order you'll be given the bank account number.