Florentine Engraving Workshop

Learn the traditional technique of Florentine engraving in London.


FORGE
FORGE
3.8 (5)
Instagram followers 17k followers

6.5 hours

Class size 1 to 9 (public classes), 9 to 10
  £186 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

In this metal workshop in London, you'll learn the traditional technique of Florentine engraving, often referred to as a Florentine finish. Originating in Renaissance Italy, Florentine engraving is a decorative metal texturing technique that creates a distinctive silk-like, woven surface of fine, light-reflecting lines.
You don't need any skills to join! Through demonstration, discussion, and guided practice, you'll learn how to create this unique finish and gain the confidence to incorporate it into your own jewellery and metalwork projects.
What to expect:
  • Learn the fundamental techniques of Florentine-style engraving and how to create its characteristic textured surface.
  • Build confidence using traditional engraving tools and understanding their applications.
  • Develop an understanding of the historical and aesthetic principles behind Florentine engraving.
  • Complete a sterling silver pendant decorated using traditional Florentine engraving techniques.
By the end of the workshop, you'll have developed a practical understanding of Florentine engraving and completed a finished silver pendant featuring this distinctive textured finish.
What you'll get
All tools and materials will be provided to create this beautiful engraved piece.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
  • Notebook and pen.
  • Apron.
  • Glasses (if needed).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

FORGE - 59 Leather Lane, London, EC1N 7TN, England

This venue is a short walk from Chancery Lane tube station (400m).

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FORGE
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FORGE was born out of our founder’s passion to celebrate Hatton Garden’s heritage, promote UK design and protect craft skills, by offering business support and workspace to Artisans and future talent. Our motto is ‘enriching lives through creativity’ and at the heart of that is the belief that creativity is not only inspirational and nurturing, but helps forge long lasting friendships and professional relationships too.
There are over 100 jewellery shops in Hatton Garden, but FORGE isn’t just another jewellery shop – it’s a destination where you can buy jewellery, learn skills, and make jewellery too. It offers unique jewellery collections by independent Designer-Makers, affordable co-working space for established and new Artisans, jewellery making and skills improvement workshops for all levels and experiences, demonstrations, talks, networking, social events, and a whole lot more – all under one roof!

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