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Spend eight Thursday evenings in Dundee learning how to saw, texture, dome and polish sterling silver into finished rings and pendants. This community-run course is ideal for beginners and travelers seeking a hands-on cultural experience in Scotland’s design city.
Spend eight Thursday evenings in Dundee learning how to saw, texture, dome and polish sterling silver into finished rings and pendants. This community-run course is ideal for beginners and travelers seeking a hands-on cultural experience in Scotland’s design city.
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Operated by Dundee Community Craft CIC · Dundee, Scotland
On Thursday evenings in Dundee, Make Your Own Silver Collection • 8 Week Course invites makers and curious travelers into a hands-on studio where raw silver becomes wearable design. The course runs for eight weeks, meeting every Thursday at 6pm for three-hour sessions in Dundee, Scotland, a city known for bold graphic design and its industrial and maritime heritage. The studio atmosphere centers around workbenches, bench pins, jeweler’s saws, doming blocks and polishing motors—the practical features that define the experience. Over the program you learn saw piercing, texturing, filing, doming and polishing while refining simple ring and pendant forms into finished pieces. The core scene is intimate: a row of benches under task lamps, a communal rolling mill, trays of sterling sheet and wire, and a small anvil used to shape curves and edges. That focus on craft ties directly into Dundee Community Craft CIC’s mission to make high-quality design accessible to locals and visitors alike, reinforcing Dundee’s reputation as a design-forward city. Beginners will find structured lessons and hands-on coaching; more experienced makers can develop personalized ideas with one-on-one guidance from instructors. The practical curriculum balances skill-building—safe saw use, clean solder joints, consistent texturing—with creative choices like surface patterns, patinas and custom silhouettes. Expect to leave with several small finished items and a clear set of next steps: how to pick tools, where to source silver, and which techniques to practice between sessions. The course doubles as a cultural entry-point: it connects students with a community workshop model rather than a commercial chain, and places making at the heart of Dundee’s local creative economy. Practicalities are straightforward—materials and basic tools are typically supplied, sessions run in the evening to suit commuters, and the pace allows for steady progress across eight weeks. This class also makes a thoughtful short-term project for travelers who want craft experiences without committing to a long residency; bring sketch ideas and patience, not heavy gear. For visitors, Dundee’s waterfront, V&A Dundee and independent cafes are nearby, so you can pair studio time with museum visits and riverfront walks. Whether you want to learn a new skill, make a gift, or start a small collection of hand-forged pieces, the Make Your Own Silver Collection course places precision technique and local craft values at center stage—turning raw metal into objects with personal meaning in a city that celebrates design. Sessions welcome students aged 12 and up, making this an intergenerational way to learn craft skills. Bring scale drawings, comfortable shoes and an open mind; instructors will advise on materials and costs. Book early to secure a bench—weekday evening classes fill quickly—and consider combining this course with a weekend visit to Dundee’s museums and waterfront trails and events.
easy.
3 hours per session (8 weeks).
Minimal cardiovascular fitness required; you should be comfortable standing or sitting at a bench for three-hour sessions and have good fine-motor control.
The course accepts students aged 12 and up; younger participants should be accompanied as required by the instructor.
No prior experience is required—classes teach foundational skills like saw piercing and filing while offering options to scale up projects.
Basic tools and some materials are typically supplied, but check the booking page for specifics and plan to purchase extra silver or findings if you want larger pieces.
Yes—the program recommends starting with a ring to build core skills such as sawing, sizing and doming before attempting more complex designs.
Dundee is served by trains and buses; city-center parking and pay-and-display lots are available nearby—refer to the booking page or contact the provider for exact meeting-point details.
Cancellation and refund terms are set by the booking provider; review the FareHarbor booking page linked in the listing for current policy details.
Dundee has a strong design and industrial heritage reflected in local craft networks; community workshops play a central role in that creative ecosystem.
Instructors encourage reclaiming and recycling silver scraps and sourcing responsibly recycled metal to reduce environmental impact.
Dundee Community Craft CIC runs hands-on jewellery and enamelling workshops and multi-week courses in Dundee, Scotland. The organisation focuses on silverwork, sea glass jewellery, copper and enamel bowls, and personalised keepsakes. Sessions include basic and premium single-day workshops and longer eight-week courses that teach techniques such as saw piercing, soldering, texturing, enamelling, filing, stamping and polishing. Materials are provided on courses that specify all materials included. Workshops are led by experienced jewellers and craft tutors, with premium sessions naming Stephanie Graham as the instructor for select ring and bangle classes. Classes suit complete beginners through intermediate makers, offering step-by-step guidance and small-group learning in a studio environment located within Dundee’s craft community. Dundee Community Craft CIC describes its approach as practical and supportive, emphasising traditional metalsmithing skills alongside contemporary design. Attendees leave with handmade jewellery or enamel pieces created during the session, plus practical skills to continue making at home. The organisation lists clear course lengths and content for each offering, including single-session Basic and Premium Packages and structured eight-week courses. As a Community Interest Company (CIC) operating in Dundee, the business follows registered community-oriented governance and local operating standards. Booking details, schedules and specific material inclusions are provided per trip on The Adventure Collective listing and the business’s public information. The structured curriculum, named instructors for premium options, and community-focused CIC status support trust and transparency for prospective participants. Courses accommodate individuals, small groups, and private bookings for community groups, corporate team-building, and special occasion workshops upon request locally.
Book with Dundee Community Craft CIC