Workshop: initial pendant

Learn how to saw sheet metal to create jewellery from scratch

In this jewellery making workshop you can learn how to use a jeweller’s saw to cut out shapes from sheet metal (either brass or silver depending on your preference) to create an initial pendant from scratch. 3 different alphabet designs will be available so you can select the style which appeals to you! You will also be provided with a silver chain so you can walk away already wearing your creation.
Whether you’ve never picked up a saw frame before or you’d like to take your technique to the next level this workshop has you covered!

All required tools will be provided but if you have your own favourite saw frame, pliers or files feel free to bring them along! Material costs which include brass sheet, silver sheet and chain, as well as sawblades and sandpaper are included in your ticket price.

Meet your tutor

Clare Davidson graduated from Curtin University of Technology with a Bachelor of Arts – Jewellery Design in 2008 where she discovered she loved making jewellery even more than she loved wearing it. In her final year at University Skadi Jewellery Design was born. Using silver, brass and leather Clare loves to create works of art which appear as delicate as lace with the strength of metal. Almost every day from her first day of university over 14 years ago until now, Clare has been hand piercing intricate designs and takes great joy in passing on her thousands of hours of experience to help inspire other people. Very few people realise that when done correctly, saw piercing can be a form of meditation and Clare believes that’s a message worth spreading!