Festive Brass Candle Holder Workshop

In this relaxed and welcoming workshop, you’ll learn a range of accessible silversmithing techniques while creating your own brass candle holder – a beautiful centrepiece for cosy winter evenings or a thoughtful handmade gift.Working with heavy sheet brass, you’ll use the rolling mill, hammers and punches to add texture, pattern and detail to your design. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll shape your piece before soldering on a brass sleeve to securely hold a tapered candle.You’ll then learn how to file, buff and polish the brass, bringing out its warm golden colour and giving your finished candle holder a beautiful shine.This hands-on workshop is a lovely introduction to working with metal and traditional jewellery and silversmithing tools. You’ll leave with a unique, functional piece for your home, along with new skills and an understanding of how metal can be shaped, textured, soldered and finished.No previous experience is necessary.Techniques covered:Patterning & texturing brassSoldering & sawingPolishing & finishingWhat to bring:We’ll provide everything you will need for your Festive Candle Holders.Please bring along glasses and/or a visor if you need themWear appropriate clothing for a studio environment, including closed-toe shoes. Why not order a CSSJ apron to make you feel right at home in your workshop?Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. Please bring your own lidded cup for use in the studio.Central Scotland School of Jewellery, Craft Central, High Street, DunblanePlease note that classes may be cancelled if there are insufficient bookings. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, you will be notified the day before the scheduled class and will receive a full refund. A brass candle holder Read more details