Create original jewellery in a bright Orangery surrounded by plants for inspiration. Learn to texture metal by through emboss print techniques in the rolling mill using an exciting array of collected textures both manmade and natural to explore different material properties. Explore mark making on metal using a variety of hammers and punches for different texture effects.. Become familiar with a number of jewellery tools and techniques with copper practice metal for you to explore the process before committing to your silver final ring design. The Orangery Studio workshop is committed to sustainable design zero waste so with your off cut of metal from your ring an additional small pair of studs or a pendant can be made.
Workshops run on weekends and weekdays through spring and summer. Purchase a gift card and contact by email to Book your workshop or alternatively use my new booking platform .
Jewellery Making in an Orangery! Testimonials
“Thank you so much for last Saturday, I had a fabulous time in your orangery and in your company. What a wonderful way to spend the day!
I found the whole process of jewellery making fascinating.
You are a really engaging teacher and I’ve come away with a deeper understanding of the properties of metal as well as some new skills and some truly beautiful jewellery.
I would recommend one of your workshops to anyone, whatever their skill level. I had never done silver work before, but your knowledge and creativity are infectious and under your guidance I am so proud to have made pieces of jewellery that I love to wear and will cherish for years to come.”
“What an incredible day, an afternoons workshop booked with loved ones to create a special birthday piece of jewellery for my upcoming big birthday. The creative space in the Orangery was stunning and Katie’s guidance and enthusiasm for her craft helped us make truly beautiful creations using a range of techniques. I am so delighted with the pieces we created. The day and my lovely jewellery will be treasured forever. Magical and fabulous, thanks so much. ”
“.A super experience. Unique, informative and fun!- ”
“Jewellery making with Katie was just perfect. She made me feel very welcome and relaxed. I really appreciated all the time and attention she gave to me and my jewellery project. The orangery was beautiful and the perfect space for being creative. I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in jewellery making. I would love to go back.”
“This was a lovely experience. I would highly recommend. Katie is so kind and welcoming. I learned quite a bit and the environment is so cozy and inviting. An absolutely wonderful experience!”
“My daughter and I had the best time learning some basic skills for jewellery making and came home with personalized silver rings! Katie is a fantastic and patient teacher. She is fun, easy going and really makes you feel comfortable, which is always a big bonus. Would highly recommend this experience! We are excited to take these skills and see what else we can do once we’re back home.
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“The course was excellent! It was very hands-on and covered a range of useful techniques. I was amazed by how much I managed to achieve in such a short time and thanks to Katie’s clear explanations and tailored approach I came away with skills that I’ll be able to use time and time again. I’d recommend this course to anyone whether they are a beginner or already have some jewellery making experience.””
“An amazing experience. Katie was very friendly and a wonderful teacher. The experience felt personal and you can tell how much Katie cares about her trade and that she loves to share it with others. My wife and I made some beautiful rings thanks to her. Could not recommend this experience enough!”
“This was an excellent hands on ring making experience for two! We were guided through the process involved using copper and given the opportunity to experiment with textures, punches, fabric, etc on copper before moving on to make our own rings. Katie answered questions and guided us through each step. We did this workshop as a special cousin experience as we live on opposite sides of the world and have our rings as mementos of our time spent together creating something special while having fun.”
“Katie is an awesome person, great artist, amazing professional. She has a great sense for working with children. She worked with my two sons ( 13,16)n she explained everything, worked the process with them in one-on-one setting, told us interesting stories about Scotland, history and art styles explanations. We went we went well over the time booked, but she was not concerned about it, she worked with the boys till their artwork was finished. She is extremely accommodating, we had to reschedule at the last minute and she was willing to work with us, so my boys are now coming home with their artworks, the skill and the memories they will cherish for a lifetime. I HIGHLY recommend her class! ”
“Me and my partner went to Katie’s one day workshop for making jewelries and we loved it❤️. We spent a few hours making our own rings and Katie was very patient despite both me and my partner had a lot of questions to ask her. Katie is also very knowledgeable and skillful that she introduced us to some of the techniques of jewelry production alongside the making of the rings🤓.
Me and my partner are both extremely pleased with the whole experience and grateful to have someone that Katie that could not only assist us in making the ring, but also to teach us through the whole process. The rings came out perfect as well!✨ 5/5, highly recommended and we will definitely be doing it again!!!👍”
“Thank you so much Katie! 😘❤️
This is the first time for Brandon and me to handmade jewellery by ourselves. Thank you for your patience and detailed teaching and explanation, which has produced us a pleasant and unforgettable experience. We do enjoy the moment and felt satisfy with the rings. We appreciate it! 😆😍👍🏻”
Experimental enamel workshop
10am-2pm
Explore colour on metal with this introduction to glass enamelings. Layering techniques of texturing on metal and firing coloured glass in a kiln make a pendant or earrings.
£260
Make a bangle set with your own birthstone £260.
Experimental Enameling workshop
Marneys’ 50th birthday Celebration with friends.
Larger group
Classes can be arranged for larger groups with prior notice. if you are looking for an alternative hen party where you will have a memorable piece to remind you of your special time together. Perhaps you want to mark a birthday and are looking for an interesting and different experience. Why not get together with a group of friends and enjoy an afternoon creatively. An additional tutor will be on hand to offer expert making support for larger groups to ensure that you have all the guidance to realize your piece in the time allotted. Prosecco can be served with the cake to celebrate your creations and your special day. Get in touch to have a tailor made jewellery making experience.
Testimonials I am overwhelmed with the lovely feedback from my workshops offered on air bnb experiences You can see from the reviews that there are many motivations to booking a jewellery workshop. I am fascinated to meet people from all over the globe visiting Dundee and its lovely to be part of their Scottish holiday experience including a couple who used the rings made with me to renew their vows and a very memorable family from Bute where three generations made personal pieces in the orangery workshop. I also greatly enjoy having fantastic workshops with locals who I have met at local craft fairs. These have included father and daughter workshops, special valentine, birthday & christmas gifts for the jewellery enthusiasts curious to discover the magic of making.
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