Beginners Jewellery Making Experience
A beginner's jewellery making experience that allows you to take away your own handmade piece of work.Location
Holywood, UKCost:
£160.00 – £360.00 per bookingDuration:
3h 30minAbout this experience
Create Something Beautiful—Just You and Your Chosen Few
Looking for a unique and meaningful way to spend time with family, friends, or even just some well-deserved time to yourself? Our Beginners Jewellery Making Experience offers the perfect escape.
Set in our peaceful studio in the stunning Holywood Hills, overlooking Belfast Lough, this hands-on workshop invites you to relax, get creative, and make something truly personal.
What makes our experience truly special? It’s just for you. When you book a session, the studio is yours—no strangers, no shared bookings. Whether you come on your own, with a partner, or bring a small group of up to three people, the workshop is entirely private. You’ll enjoy your creative time together in a calm, welcoming space, guided every step of the way by Ruth, our expert and friendly goldsmith.
This experience is perfect for all sorts of occasions—Christmas gifts, birthdays, Valentine's Day, Mother's or Father's Day, family bonding time, friends' reunions, hen parties, bridal parties, or even a treat while your other half is off golfing!
No previous experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a sense of fun. Ruth will teach you the basics of traditional jewellery making and help you design and create a beautiful silver piece you’ll be proud to wear (or gift!).
Looking to surprise someone? Our workshops are available as gift vouchers, complete with a beautifully wrapped certificate. We can post it to you or directly to the recipient—just let us know what suits best.
Workshops run from 10:00am to 1:30pm and are limited to a maximum of three people, ensuring a peaceful, personalised experience every time. If you're a larger family or group, we’re happy to accommodate you by special arrangement.
Come for the creativity. Stay for the view. Leave with a handmade treasure and memories that last.
We look forward to welcoming you to our studio.
Just click on the link below to go to the gift vouchers.
Our other jewellery-making experiences can be found by clicking on the links below:
(Photo Credit - Ards and North Down Borough Council)
What do I need to do next to book My Experience?
Use any of the three options above to select your preferred package, your preferred date, what you want to make, with who and any special requirements. We will then get in touch with you via email to confirm the booking.
Then you can simply look forward to your day out. We normally cater for between 1 and 3 people, but we can accommodate larger groups up to 5 people making jewellery if you have a special occasion to celebrate. Just contact ruth@nisilver with the details.
Studio tours for larger groups are also available where Ruth can talk you through the process of jewellery making. Giving guests an insight into how a professional goldsmith manages the stages of work that go into making a piece of jewellery.
However, the larger groups will not currently leave with a personally made piece of jewellery, but we are working on that.
We do, however, have a gift shop so private purchases can be made and all payment methods are acceptable.
What do I need to bring?
Only a camera or phone to help capture your memories and laughter of your quality time with Ruth, your family and friends. All materials, machinery, tools and refreshments are included.
How long will it take?
This Jewellery Making Experience lasts around 4.5 hours. The time will fly by and we are relaxed about the timings, so let us know if you have other plans we need to workaround.
Do I need any experience?
No experience is required as Ruth will explain everything and should you want her to will even do some of the bits if you would rather not do. Ruth has a natural talent of putting people at ease and any thoughts of 'I'm not very creative' will quickly disappear as you relax and enjoy the 'Craic' as the laughter levels increase in our workshop.
Where is NI Silver?
We are located in the beautiful Holywood Hills, County Down. We will send you our address once your booking has been confirmed. We are less than 10 minutes from Belfast, if the traffic is behaving itself.
What can I make?
You can make texured rings, bangles, pendants or earrings. These experiences have been designed for complete beginners. Ruth will take the time to explain the different making processes before you safely get involved. These experiences have been designed to fit in the 3-4 hours, so unfortunately we do not have time to cover more advanced skills such as stone setting. If you want to use gold or other precious metals please discuss this with Ruth before your experience. (ruth@nisilver.com)
Can I bring my own design?
Of course you can, all we would ask is that you discuss your ideas with Ruth before your experience. This will allow Ruth and you to refine any design ideas, to confirm what is possible within the timescales and also ensure that Ruth has the right materials for you to work with.
Optional Extras
Chains are not included with pendants and can be bought separately - sizes 16-20 inch sterling silver snake chains in stock. We also have our own gift shop, just in case you need some other gifts :))
What our Customers Say
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The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Ruth was so friendly and accommodating making us feel as if we were her lifelong friends. We loved making our rings (with lots of Ruth’s help of course) and we felt so proud of ourselves. Ruth and Steve welcomed us into their beautiful home and garden and provided us with a delicious array of food and drinks in their outdoor igloo. Overall it was a relaxing, creative and bonding experience which we would highly recommend.
Kerry and her Mum
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If you're looking for that unique treat or experience,then a jewellery making workshop with Ruth at NI Silver is a must! I had such a fun time not only watching Ruth demonstrate her skill, but then making my own bespoke silver ring and of course enjoying Steve's great hospitality. What a perfect day! Thank you.
Anne F,
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My husband and I were gifted a workshop experience and we weren't too sure what to expect, but Ruth at NI Silver made the morning an absolute pleasure. She was knowledgeable and funny, chatting away whilst showing us the steps we needed to do, and then stepping back to let us have a good go! We all had a great time and I would 100% recommend the workshop experience to anyone - I'll definitely be back some time for another go!
Megan C
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Regular price From £160.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
Beginners Jewellery Making Experience
Create Something Beautiful—Just You and Your Chosen Few
Looking for a unique and meaningful way to spend time with family, friends, or even just some well-deserved time to yourself? Our Beginners Jewellery Making Experience offers the perfect escape.
Set in our peaceful studio in the stunning Holywood Hills, overlooking Belfast Lough, this hands-on workshop invites you to relax, get creative, and make something truly personal.
What makes our experience truly special? It’s just for you. When you book a session, the studio is yours—no strangers, no shared bookings. Whether you come on your own, with a partner, or bring a small group of up to three people, the workshop is entirely private. You’ll enjoy your creative time together in a calm, welcoming space, guided every step of the way by Ruth, our expert and friendly goldsmith.
This experience is perfect for all sorts of occasions—Christmas gifts, birthdays, Valentine's Day, Mother's or Father's Day, family bonding time, friends' reunions, hen parties, bridal parties, or even a treat while your other half is off golfing!
No previous experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a sense of fun. Ruth will teach you the basics of traditional jewellery making and help you design and create a beautiful silver piece you’ll be proud to wear (or gift!).
Looking to surprise someone? Our workshops are available as gift vouchers, complete with a beautifully wrapped certificate. We can post it to you or directly to the recipient—just let us know what suits best.
Workshops run from 10:00am to 1:30pm and are limited to a maximum of three people, ensuring a peaceful, personalised experience every time. If you're a larger family or group, we’re happy to accommodate you by special arrangement.
Come for the creativity. Stay for the view. Leave with a handmade treasure and memories that last.
We look forward to welcoming you to our studio.
Just click on the link below to go to the gift vouchers.Our other jewellery-making experiences can be found by clicking on the links below:(Photo Credit - Ards and North Down Borough Council)
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Regular price From £190.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
Lux Beginners Jewellery Making Experience
The LUX Jewellery Making Experience
A Warm Welcome, A Creative Escape, A Touch of Sparkle
Step into the beautiful Holywood Hills and enjoy a luxury experience that blends creativity, craic, and a bit of well-deserved indulgence. Our LUX Beginners Jewellery Making Experience is all about slowing down, having fun, and making something truly personal—with a warm North Down welcome is included.
Whether you're coming with family, friends, or treating yourself, this is your time. You’ll be the only ones in the studio—no strangers, just you and your chosen group—making it a wonderfully relaxed and private morning out.
Guided by Ruth, our friendly and experienced goldsmith, each person will create their own piece of silver jewellery using traditional techniques. No previous experience is needed—just a curiosity to try something new and a readiness for some hands-on fun. It’s the perfect way to reconnect with yourself and others, and yes, if you need to hammer out a bit of stress… we encourage it!
As part of this ‘LUX’ experience, each participant will receive their own recyclable jute gift bag filled with sweet North Down tray bakes and a mini bottle of Prosecco or Nosecco to take away and enjoy at your leisure.
Whether you're looking for a thoughtful gift or a special treat, this experience is unforgettable. We can also provide gift certificates in advance—beautifully packaged and ready to give, or posted directly to your recipient if you prefer.
Workshops typically run from 10:00am to 1:30pm, though we never rush - if we run over a little, that’s perfectly fine. The studio, nestled in the tranquil Holywood Hills, offers sweeping views over Belfast Lough—ideal for taking a breath, enjoying the moment, and letting creativity flow.
Groups are limited to a maximum of 3 people, ensuring a personal and peaceful experience. If you're a larger family group or bubble, we’re happy to accommodate you by special arrangement. The studio is easy to reach by car, train, or plane, and parking is available on-site.
So why not join us for a morning of jewellery making, laughter, and luxury—and spend your afternoon exploring the Ards Peninsula (we’ve plenty of local tips if you need them).
This isn’t just an experience. It’s a memory in the making.
If you want to purchase this experience but do not know what day you need or are buying it as a gift for someone else, then maybe a gift voucher is the better option for you?
Just click on the link below to go to the gift vouchers.Our other jewellery making experiences can be found by clicking on the links below:(Photo credit - Ards and North Down Council and NI Silver)
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Craft the Wedding Rings You’ll Treasure for Generations
At NI Silver, you don’t just make your jewellery we help you create memories and rings that will last long after the confetti has settled and the cake has been cut.
In our “Make Your Own Wedding Rings” workshop you and your partner will create your own wedding rings and they will become the heirlooms that your future generations can slip onto their own fingers and say, “These were Granny and Grandad’s wedding rings.”
Why Couples Love Our Workshop
Totally Hands-On & Stress-Free
No experience? No problem. Ruth, our fabulous goldsmith, guides you step-by-step through piercing, filing, soldering, hammering, cleaning and polishing. You’ll finish with rings as professional as they are personal.Memories Built In
From the first design chat to the free celebratory bubbles while your rings polish, every moment is designed to be fun, relaxed and unforgettable—a Northern Irish craic-filled experience.All Inclusive (Silver as Standard)
Your fee covers private design time, all silver, expert tuition, refreshments, workshop photos and one complimentary resize before the big day. Prefer gold? Just let us know—we’ll quote for the extra metal cost up front.Breathtaking Setting
Our light-filled hill-side studio overlooks Belfast Lough and the Antrim coast. We’re 10 minutes from Belfast City and a short stroll from Marino station or the Culloden Hotel & Spa.
How It Works
1. Design Chat (Before the Day)
We’ll schedule a phone, Zoom or in-person consultation to nail down widths, profiles, finger sizes and metal choice. Once the design is set we pre-order your silver (or gold). If you cancel after this planning session a small admin fee covers time already spent.
2. The Big Make (10 am – 1 : 30 pm)
Arrive, pop on an apron and dive in. Under Ruth’s calm guidance you’ll turn raw metal into shining bands—plain, hammered, or patterned. Celebrate your handiwork with a free glass of fizz while the polishers spin.
3. After-Care & Extras
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Hallmarking – We can fast-track your rings to the Assay Office (additional fee).
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Engraving – Add dates, initials or secret symbols - Ruth will quote on request.
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Free Resize – One free adjustment in the weeks before the wedding, handy if you made the rings months ahead.
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Photos – We’ll send a selection of candid workshop shots so you can relive the magic (and share on socials!).
Wedding Party Gift Ideas
While you're at the studio, feel free to explore our collection of handcrafted, Northern Ireland-inspired jewellery.
It’s the perfect place to find meaningful gifts for the mother or father of the bride or groom, bridesmaids, groomsmen, or even a special keepsake for yourself. From Dark Hedges cufflinks to our elegant Crane necklaces, there's something unique waiting to be discovered.
Ready to Create Something Truly Yours?
Places are limited and dates fill fast, so please get in touch as quickly as possible.
Email Ruth@NISilver.com or call +44 (0)7879698286 for a friendly chat about your perfect wedding ring workshop.
So make your way to the Holywood Hills and return home with more than your rings—take with your own love story captured in metal, ready to be passed down through the generations to come.
If you want to purchase this experience but do not know what day you need or are buying it as a gift for someone else, then a gift voucher is the better option for you.Just click on the link below to go to the gift vouchers.Our other jewellery-making experiences can be found by clicking on the links below: -
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Regular price £550.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
VIP Beginners Jewellery Making Experience
The Ultimate VIP NI Silver Experience
Private • Bespoke • By Appointment Only
Welcome to the pinnacle of what we offer: an entirely private, tailor-made day that blends fine jewellery craftsmanship with the very best of Northern Irish hospitality.
Nestled in the peaceful Holywood Hills, our studio offers sweeping views over Belfast Lough and the Antrim coast—setting the stage for a luxury experience like no other.
Every moment of your visit is designed around you, from chosing the date and start time, where possible, thereby fitting around your travel or other plans to agreeing on the duration and number of people attending.
During the experiece work one-to-one with our goldsmith, Ruth, to design and create a signature piece of jewellery. Choose from classic sterling silver or elevate your creation with precious metals such as yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, or platinum (prices vary based on your choice). Whether you wish to make a ring, pendant, earrings or bangle, your bespoke piece will be handcrafted using traditional techniques and professional tools - with expert guidance from start to finish.
But this day goes far beyond jewellery making. Enjoy complete privacy and calm in our hilltop studio. Wrap yourself in a locally crafted luxury blanket, sip chilled drinks outdoors with panoramic views, or settle in at our handcrafted elm table while overlooking the lough. A handpicked selection of artisan cheeses, chutneys, and crackers—sourced from local producers—is yours to enjoy or take home as part of the experience.
If you prefer we can source outside catering to meet your dietary needs and desires.
This is more than a workshop—it’s a tranquil period of escape enjoying time spent with us in our family home. Exchanging our rich stories from the local film industry, world travels, and warm Northern Irish craic, we ensure your time with us is not just personal, but unforgettable.
Whether you’re celebrating a life milestone, organising a private group event, or simply treating yourself to something truly special, we’ll tailor the entire day to suit you.
Want to take the luxury even further? We can plan your full day itinerary - from reservations at award-winning restaurants to visits to nearby highlights like the five-star Culloden Estate & Spa, Ulster Folk Museum, or Bangor’s historic coastline and other like-minded experiences.
Custom gift certificates are availble, both digital and beautifully wrapped for effortless gifting.
All experiences are by appointment only, with strictly limited group sizes to ensure privacy and exclusivity.
Craft something extraordinary. Bask in quiet luxury. Take home a treasure - and memories to last a lifetime.
Please call or email Ruth (+44 787 969 8286) or Steve (+44 779 314 6441) to discuss your requirements.
