# Event Details - **Event Name**: Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Make your own sterling silver earrings in this beginner silversmithing workshop. Learn to saw, texture, solder, file and polish your designsAbout this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/5e1556b0-b0d7-11f1-aa22-43be95323b73-rimg-w740-h740-dcc8c8c8-gmir.jpg Make Your Own Sterling Silver EarringsSpend a few creative hours at The Little Silver Kiln in Hartlepool learning the traditional techniques of silversmithing while making your own pair of sterling silver earrings.This friendly, hands-on jewellery making workshop is designed for beginners, so you don't need any previous experience. We'll guide you through each stage, from preparing and shaping your metal to soldering and finishing, while you create a pair of earrings that you can take home and wear.You'll have the choice of making either a pair of sterling silver studs or drop earrings, giving you the opportunity to create something that suits your own style.What You'll LearnDuring the workshop, you'll be introduced to some of the fundamental techniques used in silver jewellery making, including:Measuring and marking silverCutting silver with a jeweller's sawCreating textureShaping and forming metalPreparing and cleaning metal for solderingSoldering with a jeweller's blowtorchFiling and refining your jewelleryPolishing and finishing sterling silverWe'll start by practising some of the techniques using copper before moving on to sterling silver. This gives you the chance to get comfortable with the tools and processes before working on your finished earrings.And don't worry if the blowtorch looks a little intimidating! We'll show you how to use it safely and give you plenty of individual guidance throughout the workshop. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5e52fbf0-b0d7-11f1-aa22-43be95323b73-rimg-w653-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Create Earrings You'll Actually Want to WearRather than following a complicated project that has to look exactly like everyone else's, you'll have the opportunity to make your earrings your own.Choose between:Sterling silver studs – a simple, wearable design that's perfect for everyday jewellery.Sterling silver drop earrings – create a little more movement and make a pair that's perfect for dressing up.You'll leave with your finished pair of earrings and the satisfaction of knowing that you made them yourself.Small Classes & Plenty of SupportWe keep our jewellery making workshops small so that everyone gets plenty of time with the tutor.You'll have opportunities for one-to-one guidance throughout the class, particularly when learning new techniques or using the blowtorch. There's no need to worry about being inexperienced — we'll work at a pace that allows you to enjoy the process and ask as many questions as you need.Our workshops are deliberately relaxed and friendly. You can come on your own, bring a friend or book as a group.Everything You Need Is IncludedYour workshop includes:Sterling silver for your earringsCopper for practising techniquesUse of all jewellery-making tools and equipmentTuition and individual guidanceTea, coffee and soft drinksA snack during the workshopYou don't need to own any jewellery-making equipment or have tried silversmithing before.About The Little Silver KilnThe Little Silver Kiln is an independent jewellery studio based at The BIS on Whitby Street in Hartlepool.Our workshops are about more than simply following instructions and making a piece of jewellery. We want you to understand how things are made, learn techniques you can use again and leave feeling confident enough to try something new.Your tutor, Carley, studied Applied Art at Cleveland College of Art & Design (now the Northern School of Art), specialising in ceramics, silversmithing and textiles. She later completed a PGCE at the University of Bolton and has many years of teaching experience.The Little Silver Kiln began in 2018 with a focus on making, selling and teaching jewellery, and our studio at The BIS has been welcoming students since 2021. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/5e7f6320-b0d7-11f1-aa22-43be95323b73-rimg-w580-h740-dc282828-gmir.jpg Find Us in HartlepoolOur studio is located inside The BIS on Whitby Street, Hartlepool, just a two-minute walk from Hartlepool train station.If you're travelling by car, the Dover Street car park is next to the building. Please check the signs for current parking restrictions and charges. There are also permit restrictions on Whitby Street between 8am and 6pm, so please check the signage before parking.The building has large white signs on the front, so you shouldn't have any trouble spotting us.Who Can Take Part?This workshop is suitable for complete beginners and no previous jewellery-making or metalworking experience is needed.Age: 18+Ages 14–17: Welcome when accompanied by a paying and participating adult.If you normally use glasses for close-up work, please remember to bring them with you.What Should I Wear?Because we'll be working with a jeweller's blowtorch, please wear suitable clothing:Closed-toe shoes — no sandalsClothing that covers your legsLong hair tied backAvoid scarves, ties and loose clothingLoose clothing and accessories can be a fire hazard when working with heat, so please dress with this in mind.RefreshmentsWe'll provide tea, coffee, soft drinks and snacks during the workshop.We're a vegan-friendly studio and don't use leather or rawhide tools. If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know beforehand and we'll do our best to accommodate you.AccessibilityOur studio is currently located on the first floor and is accessible by stairs only. The bathroom is on the same floor, so you'll only need to use the stairs at the beginning and end of the workshop.If you have any questions about access or whether the workshop is suitable for you, please get in touch before booking and we'll be happy to help.Before You ArriveIf you're attending an evening or weekend workshop, there won't usually be anyone available at reception.I'll be in the foyer 10 minutes before the workshop starts to welcome you and show you into the studio.Please enter through the front entrance of The BIS.Running late? Don't panic — just email thelittlesilverkiln@mail.com to let us know.Please allow yourself enough time to arrive, get settled and choose your workspace before we begin.A Few Things to KnowJewellery making can be wonderfully absorbing, and sometimes we get carried away! If you need to leave by a particular time, please let us know when you arrive so we can keep an eye on the clock.If you have any questions before booking, you're very welcome to email us at thelittlesilverkiln@mail.com or send us a message through Facebook.We'd love to welcome you into the studio, introduce you to silversmithing and see what you create. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5ea9ce80-b0d7-11f1-aa22-43be95323b73-rimg-w740-h740-dcc8c8c8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/5eba2230-b0d7-11f1-aa22-43be95323b73-rimg-w740-h740-dce8d8d8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hartlepool/make-sterling-silver-earrings-beginner-silversmithing-workshop/100001999125009719 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The BIS - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35, max: 35, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Hartlepool - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The BIS - **lat**: 54.68524009999999 - **long**: -1.2068805 - **full address**: The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1cf3aaa66791da5fb7ecb2fc39b5b6eabf64b1e991a6bbb82d60a97c552c974a-rimg-w1200-h1200-dce8d8d8-gmir.jpg?v=1788114695 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop being held? - **A:** Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop takes place on Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm at The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop? - **A:** Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop is organized by The Little Silver Kiln. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Make Sterling Silver Earrings | Beginner Silversmithing Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hartlepool, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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