Bournemouth
Silver Jewellery
Making
Workshops
Welcome to Sophie Meredith Silversmithing. I'm based in Southbourne in Dorset and I offer a variety of creative silver jewellery making experiences, weekend workshops and longer six week silversmithing courses. I also offer private bookings for special occasions etc.
E-gift vouchers are now available
Ring Making
Silver Jewellery Making Classes
Create your own silver rings on this fun, relaxed beginners workshop. A choice of designs are
available such as spinner rings & stacking rings.
(As shown in the photo above)
Workshop cost: £105
ALL SILVER COSTS & refreshments ARE INCLUDED in the cost
limited to 6 spaces to allow for lots of guidance and support.
Friday 28th November -10am-1pm-6 spaces
Sunday 30th November -10-1pm-
2 spaces
Sunday 25th January - 10am-1pm-
6 spaces
For e-gift vouchers click the orange button below
Before booking classes please read our policies page for details
regarding cancellations, transferring dates and or refunds.
Scroll down to find 6 week Evening Courses & private party info
Beginners Bangle Making Workshops
Make a silver bangle to fit you. Explore the joys of hammering metal, soldering and more! There will be a selection of design choices suitable for beginners to choose from and you will go away with a bangle that fits you! Workshops are relaxed & fun. No experience required.
Workshop cost: £120
SILVER COSTS TO MAKE YOUR BANGLE is INCLUDED IN THE price! Extra charms can be made for as little as £5 on the day!
Saturday 6th December -
10am-1pm- 6 spaces
Sunday 22nd February -
10am-1 pm- 6 spaces
Gemstone Ring Making class
If you love gems and want to add a splash of colour to your everyday wardrobe, then this workshop is for you!
Make yourself a wide band ring with a central gem ring that you can spin or you can choose to make it fixed. If you prefer something more dainty or interchangeable then you may prefer to make a set of three stacking rings with a central gemstone ring !
Various gemstones to choose from!
Learn some basic silversmithing, hammer texturing, soldering and setting your gem. Ideal for all abilities.
Workshop costs: £120
ALL SILVER & GEM COSTS TO MAKE YOUR RINGS & refreshments ARE INCLUDED IN THE FE
Saturday 18th October-10am-1.30pm-3 spaces
Sunday 9th November -10am-1pm- 6 spaces
Sunday 7th December -10am-1.30pm- 6 spaces
For e-gift vouchers scroll down to the bottom of page and click the orange button for details
Silver hearts necklace & earrings
Join me in the studio for a relaxed 3 hour silver workshop. I will guide you step by step through various processes to transform sterling silver into your own heart link necklace and earrings We will explore forming sterling silver wire, soldering and hammering on this fun beginners class.
Perfect as a treat for yourself, to gift to someone special or bring a friend or loved one and enjoy the class together.
Cost is £110 for a single space or discounted £210 for two spaces to bring a friend
All silver costs to make your necklace and earrings are included
Tea and coffee are also provided.
Sunday 8th February 10am-1 pm - 6 spaces
Beginners 6 week silver jewellery making courses
Join me for an introduction to silversmithing here in Southbourne. Each class is 2.45 hrs long and run on consecutive weeks. You will be introduced to traditional silversmithing and guided through different processes; I will be demonstrating a variety of jewelry making techniques using sterling silver, exploring filing, soldering, texturing, forming and depending on ability some basic stone setting. As this is a beginners course each project will be scripted to allow me to demonstrate various techniques and allow you to come away with four finished jewellery items and a whole set of new skills which you can practice and explore further at home should you wish. This is a fun, creative and relaxing course where you will meet like-minded people, chat, learn and develop fundamental skills required to make beautiful silver jewelry.
Cost £360 which INCLUDES all silver costs for your projects.
Booking is now open for my next block of 6 week courses.
My next course with spaces are:
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2026
Monday Mornings
6 consecutive Mondays
10am-12.45 pm
Starting 5th January
2 spaces
Get in touch to join
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Thursday 16th April 2026
Evenings 6.15 -9 pm
6 spaces
EMail to reserve now!
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RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY on my 6 week courses by emailing me below.
A small non-refundable deposit will secure your space and remaining balance will be due 6 weeks before your course start date.
only 6 spaces per course to allow for lots of guidance!
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Make a seaglass necklace
Or seaglass ring
Come and create your own unique seaglass jewellery with me in the studio. Join me in the studio and explore traditional silversmithing. We will be using sterling silver and sheet, forming, soldering and bezel setting your piece of seaglass to make your own unique seaglass jewellery.
This workshop is ideal for all abilities and beginners are also welcome as class size is kept small. That does mean spaces are limited so book early.
The cost is £155 which includes your silver and a silver chain if you choose the pendant workshop.
Seaglass pendant making- Saturday 25th October - 10am-2.30 pm - 4 spaces
Seaglass ring making- Sunday 18th January 2026 -10am-2.30pm
Seaglass ring making- Sunday 29th March 2026 -10am-2.30pm
Silver bracelet making/ seaglass morning course
Join me in the studio for two Monday mornings of bracelet making fun! We will be exploring chain bracelet making with Sterling silver wire. I will demonstrate step by step using a variety of tools and techniques and you will follow. We will also bezel set your seaglass as a centre piece or hanging charm. Bring your own seaglass but I will have a small selection if you haven't managed to find any!
This workshop is ideal for all abilities and beginners are also welcome as class size is kept small. That does mean spaces are limited so book early.
The cost is £195 which includes your silver.
New dates coming in 2026
Private Parties
Private Party- For those looking for birthday celebration, special occasions, hen parties, work team building fun or family get together then why not organise a private jewellery making party. These can be for a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 7 per party. We can arrange a date that suits you to make either rings or bangles! Week days and weekends. To discuss in more detail and check availability please click PRIVATE PARTY link below!
Wedding Couples- Make your own wedding bands. Email me to discuss :)
Gift Vouchers
e-gift cards are now available to purchase direct from the website.
These can be used towards jewellery making workshops or jewellery purchases. For more info and to purchase please click the envelope below.
To arrange traditional posted gift vouchers please use the contact us button at the bottom right of this page!