Introduction to Silver Clay Workshop

Join us for a creative silver clay jewellery making workshop in St Albans!



3.5 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 6 to 12

  £88 - £95 (£95 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, £88/guest for 4+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Design

Design

First decide on a design for your piece of jewellery using techniques demonstrated and a vast range of cutters, textures, moulds and stamps.


Shape

Shape

Shape your piece, add textures, and smooth edges.


Dry

Dry

We'll speed up the drying process by popping your shaped clay piece in a dehydrator for 20 mins whilst you grab a well earned cuppa and a biscuit.


Refine

Refine

Once your clay is dry we can refine and add a hole for attaching to chain or ear wires later.


Fire

Fire

Once you are happy with your clay piece we will fire this in the kiln for a few minutes - this is where the magic happens! Once your piece is fired it will be solid fine silver.


Polish

Polish

We'll bring our jewellery pieces to a shiny silver by brushing, then polishing by hand, with a final polish in a tumble polisher for extra sparkle.


Finish

Finish

Now we are ready to attach your creations to either a sterling silver chain or ear wires if you chose to make a pair of earrings. Ready for you to wear home at the end of the session.


Discover the magic of turning clay into pure silver in this hands-on jewellery-making experience in St Albans -- perfect for complete beginners and curious creatives alike.
You’ll learn how to transform soft, mouldable silver clay into a beautiful piece of jewellery that’s entirely your own. From the moment you start shaping your design to the final polish, you’ll be guided step by step through the process—no experience needed.
Experiment, refine your ideas, and watch your creation come to life. You’ll roll, texture, cut, and shape your design using a wide selection of stamps, cutters, moulds, and texture mats -- making every piece truly unique.
Working in a small, friendly group, you’ll receive plenty of personal guidance and tips, including how to handle the clay, fire your piece, and finish it to a professional standard. As your creation emerges from the kiln, it transforms into stunning 999 fine silver -- ready to be polished, assembled, and worn home with pride.
Please note: The studio is on the 2nd floor; unfortunately, there is no lift.
What you'll get
  • 7g of silver clay -- this is enough to make a large pendant, medium-sized pair of earrings, or small selection of charms.
  • Jump rings, ear wires, or a sterling silver chain for your piece.
  • Tuition and instructions.
  • Gift bag and polishing cloth to take home.
  • Tea, coffee, and biscuits.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Just bring your creativity and enjoy a memorable, hands-on experience you’ll treasure long after the session ends.
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 unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

What workshops do you offer?
We run a variety of workshops throughout the year sharing jewellery making skills in fun and informative classes in the Hertfordshire area. Half day or full day workshops will focus on complimentary jewellery making techniques around working with silver clay, sterling silver and gold - shaping and texturing, adding embellishments such as gemstones, sea glass and pearls, polishing and finishing, and securing to a chain or findings so that your piece can be worn home.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, many classes are suitable for complete beginners (see class descriptions) and you will be guided through step by step how to make a piece of jewellery ready to take home with you. Good starter classes are the Introduction to Silver Clay and Silver Stacking Rings workshops - each of the classes last around 3 hours.
What age are classes suitable for?
Silver clay jewellery classes are suitable for ages 12 years and up. For silver-smithing classes e.g. stacking rings which involved soldering with a small handheld torch, we advise age 16+.
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Is the studio suitable for for those with mobility issues?
The studio is based on the second floor, of the building unfortunately there is no lift.
Where can I park?
There are plenty of public carparks very close to the studio. The closest is Gombards (AL3 5EN) which is a 2 minute walk from the studio. Other alternatives are NCP Drovers Way carpark (AL3 5EB) 5 min walk, or Christopher Place (AL3 5EA) 3 min walk.
Can I reach the studio by public transport?
Silver Daisy Jewellery Studio is based in the heart of St Albans city centre and well connected by road, bus routes, and rail. St Albans City Station (Thameslink) is a 15-20 minute walk from the studio with fast trains to Central London in 20 minutes. St Albans Abbey Station (connections to Watford and Euston) is approx a 20 min walk away.
Are there other things to do close by?
The studio is based in the heart of historic St Albans city centre, just a stones throw from the cathedral, clock tower, and bustling shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes. Make a day, or even a weekend, of your trip and enjoy all that St Albans has to offer just 20 mins by train from St Pancras International, London.
Can I book a private jewellery making party / session?
Yes, I offered tailored sessions to your requirements. Jewellery making is a great activity for a birthday celebration or hen party. Minimum party size is 6 people. I can also offer 1-2-1 tuition or special ‘make your own wedding rings’ workshops for couples.
Location

Foster Studios, Alban Row, 27 - 31 Verulam Road, St Albans, Herts, AL3 4DG

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Your teacher

Silver Daisy Jewellery Studio
Silver Daisy Jewellery Studio

female Women-owned

Hi, I’m Katy, the jeweller and founder behind Silver Daisy Jewellery Studio in the heart of St Albans.
I’ve been making jewellery for many years, and what started as a love of creating by hand has grown into a career designing, making and now teaching jewellery. There’s still something a little magical about taking a simple piece of silver and, using traditional tools and techniques, transforming it into something beautiful that can be worn and treasured for years.
My jewellery-making journey has included lots of learning along the way. I completed all three levels of Precious Metal Clay (PMC) certification in 2009 and have studied silversmithing at college as well as attending many specialist classes over the years. More recently, I completed both the Fine Jewellery Diploma and Advanced Jewellery Diploma with Jewellers Academy, developing my skills in traditional and fine jewellery-making techniques.
But one of the things I’ve discovered I enjoy most is sharing those skills with other people.
That led me to create Silver Daisy Jewellery Studio – my dedicated jewellery-making space in St Albans, where creativity, craftsmanship and connection come together. It’s a bright, welcoming and professionally equipped studio where I can introduce people to the wonderful world of jewellery making in a relaxed and friendly environment.
My workshops are genuinely hands-on. Depending on the class you choose, you might find yourself sawing, hammering, texturing, shaping, soldering and polishing silver, using many of the same traditional tools and techniques I use to make my own jewellery.
And you absolutely don’t need to have made jewellery before.
I love seeing people arrive telling me they’re “not creative” or wondering whether they’ll be able to do it, then watching their confidence grow as their piece begins to take shape. That moment at the end of a workshop when someone looks at what they’ve created and says, “I actually made this!” never gets old.
I also think the experience around the making matters. My classes are intentionally small and friendly, so there’s plenty of individual guidance and time to enjoy the process rather than feeling rushed. There’s always tea, coffee and some lovely biscuits too!
People come to the studio for all sorts of reasons – to try something they’ve always wanted to do, spend time with a friend or loved one, celebrate a birthday or hen party, or simply escape everyday life for a few hours and do something completely different.
For me, jewellery making is about much more than the finished piece. It’s about slowing down, working with your hands, learning a new skill and experiencing the satisfaction of turning raw materials into something that is uniquely yours.
I’d love to welcome you to my St Albans studio, introduce you to the craft I love, and help you experience that very special feeling of being able to say, “I made this.”

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