Brave & Brilliant
Jewellery Workshops
At Tirril & Sockbridge Village hall
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Make A Silver Ring
In this perfect introduction to making silver jewellery, you will learn the essential skills used by jewellers for centuries. You will cut, shape, texture, solder and file and polish your very own silver ring, using traditional jewellery making tools and methods. You will be guided every step of the way by your skilled and experienced tutor who will bring the whole process to life, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience.
24th January 2026
9:30am -12noon
£110
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Trio of Earrings
You can never have too many pairs of earrings! This fabulous workshop offers you the opportunity to create not one, not two but three pairs of stunning contemporary classic earrings. Under the expert guidance of your tutor you will begin with a pair of essential studs, introducing you to the basic tools and skills used by jewellers worldwide for centuries. Next a pair of beautiful timeless hoops, allowing you to unleash some of your creative flair. Finally the Show Stopper! You will create a pair of elegant drop earrings fit to grace any occasion.
24th January 2026
1pm-4:30pm
£140
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Keepsake Necklace
Make your very own keepsake necklace. In this workshop you will experience melting sliver to liquid form and shaping it to create beautiful tiny pebbles. You will clean and polish the pebbles and stamp them with the initials taht are important to you. Afer soldering jump rings on to the pebbles you will colour the initials with a patina. After a final polish they will be added to a chain and are yours to treasure forever. This workshop is the perfect combination of experience and keepsake and makes a perfect gift for someone you love.
31st January 2026
9:30am-12noon
£120
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Silver Bangle Trio
Add a little jingle jangle to you jewellery collection with this workshop. Make three beautiful bangles, with the versatility to be worn individually or together. In this workshop you will learn the basic skills used by jewellers worldwide for centuries. Cutting, forming soldering and polishing, all under the expert guidance of your tutor. This is a perfect class to introduce you to the world of jewellery making. An unforgettable experience.
31st January 2026
1pm-4:30pm
£135
Brave & Brilliant jewellery
Brave & Brilliant Jewellery is the creative practice of Ellie Smith~Barratt, founder and owner of Silience. From her home studio on the edge of the Lake District National Park, Ellie designs and creates beautiful, hand crafted jewellery.
Ellie has been making jewellery for over a decade and has been teaching professionally for 5 years. Empowering others to explore creativity for wellbeing, mindfulness and to explore new skills, problem solving and challenge limiting beliefs is something that Ellie is passionate about.
Workshops are designed specifically to immerse you in the skills and practices used by jewellers worldwide for centuries. Ellie will take you through every step needed to create beautiful pieces you can treasure, while bringing the joy of making to life.
Bespoke classes are available both remotely and for up to 2 people in Ellie’s Studio in the North Lakes. Contact Ellie direct at ellie@silience.org.uk
