Getting Started with Jewellery Making

Course details

Would you like to learn how to design and create your own jewellery? 

Throughout history societies all over the world have used created jewellery for decorative, ceremonial and protective purposes. Some beads such as semi-precious stones are believed to have additional meanings or properties that can protect, help and even heal us.

This course is suitable for anyone who is new to jewellery making and may also benefit tanyone who has a little knowledge of jewellery making but would like to expand their skills or is looking to refresh their knowledge.

The course consists mainly of video slideshows with full audio explaining each of the featured topics. There is also a selection of PDF files to acompany some of the topics. These include resources such as quizzes to test your knowledge, video transcripts, photographs of beads, tools and other items and charts. 

Topics covered include:

1. Jewellery Making Tools
2. Jewellery Making Findings
3. Buying Beads
4. Bead Types
5. Finding Inspiration
6. Using Wire
7. Cords and Threads

Also included within the course materials are several jewellery making tutorials. Each tutorial guides you through the process of creating a piece of handmade jewellery and includes a full list of the tools and materials required.

You will need software capable of reading PDF files in order to use the tutorials and other downloadable materials.