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  GEMMA CROW

FOUNDATIONS IN WIRE-WORK JEWELLERY-  PART 2

Ready to take your wire jewellery to the next level?
Wire Work Jewellery – Part 2 is designed for makers who already understand the basics and are ready to explore more advanced techniques, bolder designs, and professional finishes.
This course builds on foundational skills but can be taken as a standalone course by anyone with prior wire-work experience. If you’re comfortable with tools, loops, wrapping, and basic weaving, you’re absolutely ready for Part 2.
Each 3-hour session is project-based, allowing you to master a new technique while creating striking, wearable jewellery you’ll be proud to show off.
Expect bigger statements, more intricate detail, and techniques that truly set your work apart.
Part 2 – Weekly BreakdownWeek 1 – Choose Your Project: Earrings, Bracelet or NecklaceFocus: Viking knit – creating wire ropes
Learn the mesmerising technique of Viking knit and transform fine wire into beautiful, flexible rope. Finish the session with a wearable piece of your choice.
Week 2 – Cabochon Pendant or ConnectorFocus: Viking knit – netting cabochons
Take Viking knit further by learning how to net and frame cabochons, (or even pebbles found on the beach), to create eye-catching pendants or connectors.
Week 3 – Bohemian Longline Necklace
Focus: Caging beads
Create a flowing, boho-inspired necklace while learning how to cage beads securely and elegantly using wire alone.
Week 4 – Beaded Bangle & Hoop Earrings
Focus: Wire macramé (beginner level)
Introduce textile-style techniques to wire jewellery. Learn basic wire macramé knots and apply them to both structured and decorative designs.
Week 5 – Chandelier Earrings or Pendants
Focus: Wire macramé (intermediate level)
Build on previous macramé skills to create intricate, dramatic chandelier earrings with beautiful movement and detail.
Week 6 – Cuff Bangle and/or Collar Necklace
Focus: Plaiting & braiding
Explore bold structural techniques using plaiting and braiding to create statement pieces with strength and endless opportunities for embellishment.
Week 7 – Treble Clef Pendant
Focus: Channel setting
Learn how to set stones securely within wire channels while creating an elegant treble clef–inspired design.
Week 8 – Ring & Pendant Set
Focus: Prong setting
Master one of the most valuable jewellery-making skills—prong setting—while creating both a ring and pendant.

Week 9 – Jewellery Findings & Finishing Techniques
Focus: Clasps, head pins, ear wires, brooch pins, work hardening & hammering
This essential session teaches you how to create your own findings and professionally finish your jewellery for durability and wearability.
Week 10 – Freeform Pendant, Connector or Bangle
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Focus: Wire weaving (intermediate) 3 weaving techniques/patterns.
End the course with a creative flourish. Combine technique, intuition, and confidence to design a freeform piece that truly reflects your personal style.
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What’s Included
  • 3-hour guided sessions each week
  • ​Use of tools and equipment
  • Step-by-step demonstrations and individual support
  • ​A finished piece of jewellery from every class
  • Basic materials included (with the opportunity to purchase or bring more premium wires and gemstones)
Booking & Pricing
  • Full 10-Week Course : £300 (save £50)
  • Individual Classes : £35 per session
(Booking essential – limited spaces available)
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