Eco Metal Masterclass – Recycling Precious Metals

To coincide with Dunblane’s Ecofest 2026, CSSJ is delighted to host an Eco Metals Masterclass for experienced jewellery makers.

This one-day masterclass explores practical and sustainable ways to recycle precious metals within your own studio practice. Participants will be guided through the process of melting down precious metals such as gold and silver and transforming them into beautifully cast pieces using straightforward tools and equipment.

The day begins with learning how to identify suitable metals for recycling, followed by demonstrations of safe and effective melting techniques. You will explore a range of re-forming methods, including granulation, sand casting, and water casting, as well as how to create ingots that can be drawn into wire or rolled into sheet. Along the way, tutors will share expert guidance on impurities, metal behaviour, melting equipment, and techniques to help you get the best results from old or scrap metal.

By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a unique cast ring made from their own recycled metal, a selection of experimental samples, and the skills and confidence needed to begin recycling precious metals independently in their own jewellery studios.

You may also like the following events from Central Scotland School of Jewellery:

• This Saturday, 28th February, 10:00 am, Filigree Technique with Filipa Oliveira in Dunblane
• Next Saturday, 7th March, 10:00 am, Intermediate Aluminium Jewellery in Dunblane
• Next month, 14th March, 09:30 am, Spinner Ring Workshop in Dunblane

Also check out other Workshops in Dunblane.